■第18回　躍動する現代作家展 at 国立新美術館

May 9
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■18th Edition

"Dynamic Contemporary Artists Exhibition" at The National Art Center, Tokyo

"I look forward to this exhibition every year." "This year's exhibition was incredibly enjoyable!" These are comments from visitors who attend the "Dynamic Contemporary Artists Exhibition" every year.

The National Art Center, Tokyo hosts approximately 81 art exhibitions annually, but among them, the "Dynamic Contemporary Artists Exhibition" is an international open call exhibition focusing on contemporary artists. Painting, sculpture, photography, design, spatial design, installation, CG, animation, and other diverse forms of expression transcend genres, bringing together a space that truly reflects "art of the present era."

The coexistence of different forms of expression in the same space, with each work of high quality and captivating to behold—this blend symbolizes the diversity of the modern age and is one of the reasons why this exhibition is unique. The enjoyment visitors feel stems from the experience created by this rich world of expression.

Now in its 16th year, this exhibition features numerous contemporary artists from all over Japan, from Hokkaido to Okinawa, as well as from overseas, including South Korea, China, the United States, and Europe. To date, it has showcased the works of over 2,500 artists. The age range of participants is wide, from teenagers to those in their 90s, and the exhibition brings together a diverse range of artists, from professionally active artists to those who have transitioned from amateur to professional and continue to exhibit their work. The opportunity to present their free creative expression on the stage of the National Art Center, Tokyo, is a major attraction for contemporary artists.

Please enjoy the 18th "Vibrant Contemporary Artists Exhibition," where the sensibilities of contemporary artists living today come alive.

Yutaka Tabata, Representative Director, Spatial Art TORAM (General Incorporated Association)

■ Exhibition Period

November 26 (Thu) - December 6 (Sun), 2025

*Closed: December 1 (Tue)

■ Venue

The National Art Center, Tokyo (Roppongi, Tokyo)

7-22-2-2C 2D, Roppongi, Minato-ku, Tokyo 106-8558, Japan

■ Opening Hours

10:00 - 18:00

■ Admission Fee

General: 1,000 yen High school students and younger: Free

■ Organizer: Spatial Art TORAM (General Incorporated Association)

■ Supported by: Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology

The National Art Center, Tokyo, International Open Call Exhibition, Open Call Exhibition, Contemporary Art, Art, Exhibition, Painting, Sculpture, Design

前々回の会場風景