Art exhibitions and festivals announced across Japan

Several art exhibitions and festivals are scheduled to take place in Japan. The Kyoto Prefectural Domoto Inshō Museum will host a special exhibition titled ‘The Muses Who Became Models’ from October 15 to December 20, 2026. This event commemorates the museum's 60th anniversary and showcases the lifelong work of Japanese painter Domoto Inshō, featuring his depictions of women and including previously unreleased works.

In Myoko City, the Myoko Art Festival is set to begin on October 3 and run until November 3, 2026. The festival includes the 29th Shikisai Art Exhibition, the 23rd Myoko City Art Exhibition, and the Myoko City Junior Art Exhibition, covering various categories such as painting, photography, calligraphy, and sculpture.

Additionally, a calligraphy exhibition featuring approximately 200 works is scheduled to open on September 26 in Joetsu City.