Art Beauty Space Saga - Past Events
Below is a list of all past events for Art Beauty Space Saga. Current and upcoming events, as well as other details, are available on the venue's page.
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Kabuki Mono
Fourteen artists present works based on the concept of “mono” (person/thing) made with Japan-cultivated materials.More »
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Chiaki Fujihara “No More Melt Away”
Chiaki Fujihara makes the best of the light-filled space with her popular chocomint ice cream series and new series of sculptures based on the theme of ice.More »
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Otona ka・wa・ii Vol.5
An exhibition by a group of female artists, under the theme “kawaii”, a universally recognizable word meaning “cute.”More »
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Keiko Marikawa + Yukiko Nakai “Refined”
A harmony of Western and Japanese styles, the works of Keiko Marikawa and Yukiko Nakai have a uniquely oriental feel to them. Refined works from glass paintings to textile goods and accessories are exhibited....More »
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Unflattering Inner Wear
Underwear and inner ware are items indispensable to people regardless of gender or age. In such close contact with the body, underwear is also a valuable fashion item, appealing to many senses. This group...More »
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Mieko Okuda + Kanako Yamamoto “Spring, Life Shines”
A two person exhibition by ceramicist Mieko Okuda and glass artist Kanako Yamamoto.More »
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Chie Sakai “I Want to Be a Fashion Designer”
An exhibition of sculptural pieces and installation work by textile artist Chie Sakai. In her “Fast Fashion Series” Sakai reconsiders our relationship with clothes in Kobe, a city where she spent her childhood...More »
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Emi Choshi + Miho Fujihira + Miki Kura Exhibition
A festive exhibition by Emi Choshi, Miho Fujihira, and Miki Kura to get you in the mood for Christmas and the New Year, with crafts made from glass, ceramics and Japanese washi paper.More »
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Akira Yamada + Yuriko Fujita “Chanson d’Automne”
In this collaborative exhibition, Yuriko Fujita presents ceramics that convey the luxury of the every day with effortless style, whilst Akira Yamada expresses the energy of materials such as foil and egg...More »
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Natuki Kurimoto “Lacquer + Paper + Bamboo”
Natuki Kurimoto works with materials such as lacquer, paper and bamboo in her pursuit for potential forms. [Related Event] Gallery Talk & Opening Party Date: Oct.1 (Sat) From 14:00-18:00 Admission:...More »
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Grown-up Ka wa ii Vol.4 Exhibition
The popular “Ka wa ii” exhibition, named after the popular Japanese term, returns again this year. A bittersweet grown-up loveliness is the theme of this year’s collaborative exhibition.More »
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Hiroshi Ueta “Resonance”
Calligraphy by Hiroshi Ueta.More »
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Art Fair 2016 Exhibition
A group exhibition by 15 artists that stirs up feelings of anticipation for this upcoming summer. [Related Events] Tropical Fish Scooping Date: Jun.25 (Sat) and Jul.2 (Sat) 11:00-17:00 Tea House Date:...More »
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German Christmas Market
A huge collection of miniature German dolls such as the Nutcracker are on display in this German Christmas Market style exhibition.More »
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Painting Power
A group exhibition of works that challenge the medium of paint. [Related Events] There will be a series of talks on May.13 (Fri), May.14 (Sat) and May.15 (Sun) from 13:30. Please refer to the official...More »
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Shiori Takebayashi + Chiaki Fujiwara “Harusaihou”
A joint exhibition to celebrate those setting out on a journey this spring, showing Shiori Takebayashi’s colorful doll art and Chiaki Fujiwara’s fake sweets artwork. Also on show is an installation for...More »
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Aki Teranishi “Frame Vol. 4 – Beginning Blue”
Aki Teranishi presents acrylic paintings in the fourth “Frame” exhibition.More »
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Konan Women’s University’s Department of Creative Media Studies Graduation Exhibition
Selected photography, illustration, animation, and design by students graduating from Konan Women’s University’s Department of Creative Media Studies. The theme of these works is “designing communication.”...More »
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Miyuki
Three third year students studying visual design at the Kobe Design University have taken a syllable from each of their names to create a new name “Miyuki,” for the fictional female of their imaginations....More »
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First Egaki
Seventeen artists working in a variety of genres present 45 works expressing their hopes and ambitions for 2016. Each work is paired with a piece of music that compliments its image. Visitors may make...More »
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Miki Okuda Ceramic Art Solo Exhibition
A ceramic art exhibition by the grand prix winner of the Art Beauty Space Saga “You May Dream” open call, Miki Okada. [Related Event] Talk “Anthropology of the Human Body” Date: Dec.20 (Sun) From...More »
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Atelier Herz - Duftschmuck Classroom Exhibition
This Duftschmuck exhibition features fragrant ornaments consisting of decorated nuts, fruits, berries and spice. Exhibiting Artists: Chiaki Amadera, Kazuko Inoue, Yoko Uozumi, Ayako Kitasako, Nachiko...More »
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Yoshitaka Kobayashi “The Joy of Glass Fusing”
Yoshitaka Kobayashi’s artistic glass objects, usable interior objects, movable works and accessories are on display.More »
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Liaison
A joint European-style exhibition of shadow box art and craftwork by Akemi Ogura and Masako Nagaoka.More »
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Taeko Ondo Exhibition
A compilation of works by glass artist Taeko Ondo.More »
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Junjiro Exhibition New Works + Typo!
An exhibition by graphic designer Junjiro Hayashi.More »
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Paper and Wood Siblings Exhibition
Two siblings, Yohei and Kosuke Shimada, express the beauty of paper and wood, two materials that come from one life cycle.More »
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“Musoubana” Art Flower Exhibition
The word “Musoubana” refers to flowers born from the imagination.More »
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Art Fair Exhibition
A group exhibition that stirs up feelings of anticipation for this upcoming summer. [Related Event] Artist Exchange Party Date: Jun.15 (Sun) From 15:00 Admission: Free Please refer to the official...More »
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The World of Yuji Yamamoto - Blown by the Wind
An exhibition by internationally active artist Yuji Yamamoto.More »
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A Symphony of Shoes
Shoe-themed photography, sculptures, and crafts by artists working in a variety of genres. More »
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Mieko Okuda “Photosynthesize”
Featuring an installation that incorporates the light of life in spring, photosynthesis.More »
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Sotsuten 2015
Selected photography, illustration, animation, and design by students graduating from Konan Women’s University’s Department of Creative Media Studies. The theme of these works is “designing communication.”...More »
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Masae Komura + Mizuki Nishida “Forest Clearing”
An exhibition that expresses the warmth of wood and ceramics.More »
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Eri Nagata “Unknown”
A mixed media solo exhibition by Eri Nagata.More »
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Our Secret Base
A mixed media exhibition by students of Kobe Design University.More »
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You May Dream
Presenting the works of 17 young artists. More »
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Yuriko Fujita “Image”
An exhibition of mixed media works by Yuriko Fujita.More »
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Yanai Collection - Kyushu Ceramics Exhibition
An exhibition based on the collection of Toji Yanai, a ceramics shop in Kitakyushu.More »
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Tora
An exhibition of ilustrations, graphic designs, and text. Lone wolves until now, these three humans change into tigers and launch a surprise attack on Kansai. [Related Event] Talk Event Date: Nov.8...More »
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Teshio Paper + Artist Exhibition 2014
A collaboration exhibition by Saya Tanaka and Kenji Nakane with paper design brand “Teshio Paper.”More »
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Art Beauty Space Saga 5 Year Anniversary Favourites Exhibition
A Saga original project to nurture young artists, this group exhibition by Saga’s favourite artists also celebrates 5 years since the gallery’s opening.More »
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Grown-up Ka wa ii Vol.2 Exhibition
The popular “Ka wa ii” exhibition, named after the popular Japanese term, returns again this year. A bittersweet grown-up loveliness is the theme of this year’s collaborative exhibition.More »
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Jun Tsukino + S.Syoko “Geometry of Blue and Mermaid”
S.Syoko’s characteristic blue photographs of portraits and still life are exhibited alongside Jun Tsukino’s mermaid paintings. A new genre is also explored in the shape of their collaborative installation...More »
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Chiaki Fujiwara’s Small Box Installations
In this exhibition, installations are created within many small “boxes.” Canvases, 3D solids and even the gallery space is represented as these “boxes”. Chiaki Fujiwara uses the same title for each solo...More »
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“Sage Collection Exhibition”
Acrylic paintings from Junjiro and illustrations from Gaku Nakagawa. [Image: Junjiro]More »
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Fans from Kobe
Just in time for the summer, this exhibition featuring Japanese fans will showcase 2D and 3D work that includes foreign motifs alongside more traditional images. Twenty-six artists from 16 genres will...More »
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Nobuyo Miyamoto “Scent of a Woman”
Influenced by her mother, Nobuyo Miyamoto has been practicing painting and calligraphy for more than 60 years. To this day her works feature unbroken twisting and turning lines. She currently most enjoys...More »
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Matou - Clothe the Body - Question the Inbetween
As textiles struggle to be recognized as a medium of art 10 artists from Tokyo and the Kansai area propose a new interchange between art and craft using textiles to form spaces of light and dark which...More »
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Yurika Horikawa “The Occhan World”
Bringing a smile to the face with the motifs of “Occhan”, clouds and green lawns, placing a touch of the uncanny into the scenes of the everyday in a questioning of the relation between our inner and outer...More »
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Konan Women’s University Department of Creative Media Studies Selected Graduation Works
Presenting the second annual exhibition of selected works by students graduating from the Creative Media Studies Department of Konan Women’s University’s Faculty of Letters. With the academic aim of “designing...More »
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Sieii Nidosani “Lucky Wish”
Building upon the traditional techniques of ink painting combined with Chinese ethnic culture Sieii Nidosani continues to work across the fields of fine art, illustration and picture books.More »
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“Sage Collection Exhibition”
Acrylic painting from Junjiro, objects from Tala and picture books from Manabu Nakagawa. More »
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”Horse Race 2014”
A group exhibition filled with creative energy ready to kick start 2014, the year of the horse, with 16 artists working across 9 different genres, with a chance for visitors to vote for their most admired...More »
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“The Modernity of Bamboo Paper and Lacquer Work”
A join exhibition of work from Ryujinmura, Wakayama based creators Konchikusho Sugano(bamboo paper) and Kazuhiko Ogawa (lacquer work). More »
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Kyoko Ueda Exhibition
An installation of various nettings, along with soft figures, objects and tapestries created from fabrics makes up this exhibition from Kyoko Ueda in a juxtaposition of color and white simplicity. More »