Henry Wong - The Japan Times

CULTURE / Art

Jan 26, 2012

When minimalism was at its height during the 1980s-'90s, Jack Goldstein (1945-2003) focused on imagery from movies, books, photographs and magazines. He reworked such materials into paintings and film art, and he is often remembered as one of the artists who helped build the foundation of postmodern art.

CULTURE / Art

Jan 19, 2012

"Noda Hiroji: 1981-2011"

Hiroji Noda is well-known for his experimental painting techniques, which over his 30-year career evolved to include using raised forms and folded or sewn fabric to give his work a 3-dimensional aspect.

CULTURE / Art

Jan 19, 2012

"Noda Hiroji: 1981-2011"

Hiroji Noda is well-known for his experimental painting techniques, which over his 30-year career evolved to include using raised forms and folded or sewn fabric to give his work a 3-dimensional aspect.

CULTURE / Art

Jan 13, 2012

"The Unseen Relationship: Form and Abstraction"

This exhibition showcases the work of seven contemporary artists, both Japanese and foreign, who focus on representing their surroundings using abstract imagery. The show covers a range of media, including the photography of Anders Edstrom, drawings by Tomoo Gokita and paintings by Shingo Francis.

CULTURE / Art

Jan 13, 2012

"The Unseen Relationship: Form and Abstraction"

This exhibition showcases the work of seven contemporary artists, both Japanese and foreign, who focus on representing their surroundings using abstract imagery. The show covers a range of media, including the photography of Anders Edstrom, drawings by Tomoo Gokita and paintings by Shingo Francis.

Events / Events Outside Tokyo

Jan 6, 2012

Firefighters to do acrobatics as part of safety awareness campaign

Wishing for safety in 2012, Tokyo Big Sight will be holding their annual dezomeshiki (new year's fire review) event this weekend. Organized by the Tokyo Fire Department, the event includes an array of fire engines and helicopters, which will be displayed to help promote safety.

CULTURE / Art

Jan 6, 2012

"The Best of the Yamatane Collection "

The Yamatane Museum of Art is celebrating its 45th anniversary with an exhibition showcasing the best works from its vast collection.

CULTURE / Art

Jan 6, 2012

"The Best of the Yamatane Collection "

The Yamatane Museum of Art is celebrating its 45th anniversary with an exhibition showcasing the best works from its vast collection.

CULTURE / Art

Dec 23, 2011

"Kuniyoshi: Spectacular Ukiyo-e Imagination"

One of the greatest contributors to ukiyo-e (woodblock prints), that popular art form of the Edo Period (1603-1867), was Utagawa Kuniyoshi (1798-1861), who was known for his beautiful workmanship, attention to detail and innovative style. Kuniyoshi was also a prolific printmaker and one of the artists who still found ways to continue his craft when illustrations of courtesans and theater actors were banned as immoral during the Tenpo Reforms (1841-43) of the Tokugawa Shogunate.

Events / Events Outside Tokyo

Dec 23, 2011

Welcome winter with a skate around the rink

The year's end is traditionally a time to spend with friends and family. It's also the start of winter, and nothing feels more seasonal than dashing and gliding on ice.

Events / Events Outside Tokyo

Dec 16, 2011

Snowman fest gives families a cool time

Snow in Osaka is rare this time of year, but the organizers of the Umeda Snowman Festival aren't going to let that stop them from trying to create a winter wonderland.

Events / Events Outside Tokyo

Jan 14, 2011

Rakugo comic Katsura: a stand-up guy doing a sit-down job

Have you ever heard the one about the samurai and the monk? Chances are if you've heard rakugo before, you have.

Events / Events Outside Tokyo

Nov 19, 2010

UNESCO artist to hold concert to warn against medicine abuse

Missa Johnouchi, one of UNESCO's Artists for Peace, is helping spread the message of harmony in Japan.

LIFE / Digital / JAPAN TIMES BLOGROLL

Oct 27, 2010

Surviving in Japan (without much Japanese)

Living in Japan without speaking the native language comes with its challenges. Ashley Thompson is tackling them one at a time, and blogging about her experiences at Surviving in Japan (without much Japanese) . Originally from Seattle, Wash., Thompson moved to Japan as an Assistant Language Teacher with the JET Program more than two years ago. After she began to overcome various hurdles once she was in Japan, she wanted to share her findings and possibly correct a few preconceived notions about living in Japan. Her informative blog is the result. Living in Shizuoka Prefrecture and pursuing a career in writing and journalism, while blogging and doing additional freelance work on the side, she blogs about the basics — and then some, from downloading language-learning phone apps to finding the right feminine hygiene products. Even wizened Japan vets might find some tips about making life in Japan as comfortable as possible.

Events / Events Outside Tokyo

Oct 15, 2010

Celebrate German tradition at Oktoberfests in Kanto, Chubu

Nobody does autumn festivals like the Germans. Originally a royal wedding bash in Munich in 1810, Oktoberfest is now considered by some to be the largest people's fair in the world.

Events / Events Outside Tokyo

Oct 8, 2010

Brazil film fest to tour Japan

Brazil has been on a roll lately. The world's fifth largest country has been awarded the FIFA World Cup for 2014 and South America's first Olympics in 2016. Brazilians can't help but feel jubilant as the world's gaze turns south.

Events / Events Outside Tokyo

Sep 24, 2010

African pianist to jazz up Tokyo, Kyoto

Combining smooth jazz with elements of African style, Abdullah Ibrahim has drawn comparisons with musicians such as Duke Ellington and Thelonious Monk. The South African pianist will give jazz fans in Tokyo and Kyoto a taste of this combination when he returns to Japan on tour this week.

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