{"id":294247,"date":"2026-03-19T16:35:31","date_gmt":"2026-03-19T07:35:31","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.adfwebmagazine.jp\/?p=294247"},"modified":"2026-03-19T16:35:31","modified_gmt":"2026-03-19T07:35:31","slug":"art-gallery-museum-information-recommended-exhibitions-in-march-2026","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.adfwebmagazine.jp\/en\/art\/art-gallery-museum-information-recommended-exhibitions-in-march-2026\/","title":{"rendered":"Art Gallery \/ Museum Information \u2013 Recommended Exhibitions in March 2026"},"content":{"rendered":"

Recommended Art Exhibitions in March 2026<\/h3>\r\n

N<\/span>PO Aoyama Design Forum presents the recommended exhibitions of art galleries and museums in March 2026. In addition to the schedule of events, we will provide you with detailed information such as the works on display. Please check the website of each museum for current opening hours before visiting.
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The National Museum of Art, Osaka \u201cCollection 3\u201d<\/h4>\r\n

\u201cCollection 3\u201d is presented in two parts: the special feature \u201cReflecting the City\u201d and the year-round exhibition \u201cCollection Highlights.\u201d Centered on the theme of the city, the special feature introduces approximately 110 works, including recent acquisitions, ranging from the 1950s to the 2020s. Through changing urban landscapes, the exhibition reveals how artists have reflected social and economic realities as well as the inner lives of people living in their time. The Collection Highlights section traces the museum\u2019s holdings back to Paul C\u00e9zanne and Max Ernst, while also featuring works by Joseph Beuys, Takashi Murakami, and Elizabeth Peyton, illuminating diverse aspects of modern and contemporary art.<\/p>\r\n

Period: March 14 \u2013 June 14, 2026
\r\nVenue: The National Museum of Art, Osaka (B2 Exhibition Galleries)
\r\nHours: 10:00\u201317:00 (Fridays until 20:00)
\r\nClosed: Mondays (except May 4), May 7
\r\nAdmission: Adults 430; University students 130
\r\nURL\uff1ahttps:\/\/www.nmao.go.jp<\/a><\/p>\r\n

The National Museum of Art, Osaka \u201cNakanishi Natsuyuki: Devices for Gentle Gazing and Endless Lingering\u201d<\/h4>\r\n\r\n\r\n
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Marking the tenth anniversary of his passing, this is the first major retrospective of Nakanishi Natsuyuki (1935\u20132016), one of Japan\u2019s leading contemporary painters. Tracing his practice from the late 1950s onward, the exhibition explores a distinctive vision of painting that resists simple categorization as figurative or abstract. Returning repeatedly to fundamental questions\u2014how does a painting come into being, and where does it exist?\u2014Nakanishi\u2019s work offers profound insight into the act of painting itself. His sustained inquiry provides an important perspective for reconsidering what it means to create painting in Japan today.<\/p>\r\n

Period: March 14 \u2013 June 14, 2026
\r\nVenue: The National Museum of Art, Osaka
\r\nHours: 10:00\u201317:00 (Fridays until 20:00)
\r\nClosed: Mondays (except May 4), May 7
\r\nAdmission: Adults 1,500; University students 900
\r\nURL\uff1ahttps:\/\/tinyurl.com\/49apnnax<\/a><\/p>\r\n

Tokyo Photographic Art Museum \u201cW. Eugene Smith and New York: The Loft Era\u201d<\/h4>\r\n\r\n\r\n
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This exhibition focuses on the decade W. Eugene Smith (1918\u20131978) spent in a Manhattan loft beginning in 1957, presenting the first exhibition in Japan dedicated to this pivotal period. Moving beyond traditional photojournalism, Smith explored the artistic possibilities of photography through deeply personal projects. The exhibition highlights works produced during the loft years, shedding light on his identity not only as a documentary photographer but also as an artist. From encounters with jazz musicians and creatives who gathered in the loft to scenes observed from his window, the exhibition reconsiders Smith\u2019s multifaceted vision of urban life.<\/p>\r\n

Period: March 17 \u2013 June 7, 2026
\r\nVenue: Tokyo Photographic Art Museum, 2F Galleries
\r\nHours: 10:00\u201318:00 (Thu\u2013Fri until 20:00)
\r\nClosed: Mondays (except May 4), May 7
\r\nAdmission: Adults 700
\r\nURL\uff1ahttps:\/\/topmuseum.jp<\/a><\/p>\r\n

POLA MUSEUM ANNEX \u201cPOLA MUSEUM ANNEX 2026 \u2013 Beyond Patterning \u2013\u201d<\/h4>\r\n

\"adf-pola-museum-annex-exhibition\"<\/a>This group exhibition presents recent works by artists who have completed overseas residency programs supported by the Pola Art Foundation. Divided into two sessions, the exhibition introduces diverse artistic approaches shaped by experiences across cultures and environments. Through explorations of material, technique, bodily perception, and spatial awareness, the participating artists reveal new directions in contemporary expression. By shifting themes between the first and second periods, the exhibition creates a dynamic platform where multiple perspectives intersect, highlighting the expanding possibilities of contemporary art today.<\/p>\r\n

Period: February 13 \u2013 April 19, 2026
\r\nVenue: POLA MUSEUM ANNEX, Tokyo
\r\nHours: 11:00\u201319:00
\r\nClosed: Open during exhibition period
\r\nAdmission: Free
\r\nURL\uff1ahttps:\/\/tinyurl.com\/3va6wbep<\/a><\/p>\r\n

21st Century Museum of Contemporary Art, Kanazawa \u201cCollection Exhibition 3: D\u00e9j\u00e0 vu\u201d<\/h4>\r\n

\"adf-kanazawa-21st-century-museum-collection-3\"<\/a>Centered on the sensation of d\u00e9j\u00e0 vu\u2014the strange feeling of having experienced something before\u2014this exhibition presents works from the museum\u2019s collection across painting, sculpture, photography, video, and installation. Moving between memory and record, reality and fiction, the exhibition explores complex modes of perception shaped by personal recollection and social transformation. In an age when AI-generated imagery permeates everyday life, the exhibition invites viewers to reconsider assumptions about seeing and knowing through subtle experiences of familiarity and dislocation.<\/p>\r\n

Period: January 31 \u2013 May 10, 2026
\r\nVenue: Exhibition Rooms 1\u20136
\r\nHours: 10:00\u201318:00 (Fri\u2013Sat until 20:00)
\r\nClosed: Mondays (except Feb 23, May 4)
\r\nAdmission: Adults 450
\r\nURL\uff1ahttps:\/\/www.kanazawa21.jp<\/a><\/p>\r\n

The Museum of Modern Art, Hayama \u201cAnsei and Toshiko Uchima: Weaving Colors and Memories\u201d<\/h4>\r\n\r\n\r\n
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Born in the United States as second-generation Japanese immigrants, Ansei Uchima (1921\u20132000) devoted himself to creative printmaking after studying in Japan, influenced by artists such as Onchi K\u014dshir\u014d and Munakata Shik\u014d. His signature \u201cColor-Plane Weaving\u201d technique culminated in the celebrated Forest Byobu series, acclaimed for its harmony of color and composition. This exhibition also highlights works by his wife, Toshiko Uchima (1918\u20132000), known for her imaginative assemblages. Featuring prints and collages alongside related artists including Isamu Noguchi, the exhibition sheds new light on postwar artistic expression.<\/p>\r\n

Period: March 7 \u2013 May 31, 2026
\r\nVenue: The Museum of Modern Art, Hayama
\r\nHours: 9:30\u201317:00 (Last entry 16:30)
\r\nClosed: Mondays (except May 4)
\r\nAdmission: Adults 1,200
\r\nURL\uff1ahttps:\/\/tinyurl.com\/4cuzewuw<\/a><\/p>\r\n

NANZUKA UNDERGROUND \u201cRaymond Lemstra: Good Looking<\/h4>\r\n

\"adf-fukuda-museum-showa-exhibition.jpg\"<\/a>This solo exhibition by Raymond Lemstra presents a new series of portrait drawings and paintings, marking a significant development in his long-term exploration of the human face. Featuring 20 new graphite drawings and six new paintings, the works appear realistic at first glance yet reveal subtle humor and irony. In recent years, Lemstra has combined traditional Dutch oil painting techniques with Korean hanji paper, expanding his visual language. The exhibition offers the first comprehensive presentation of this latest body of work.<\/p>\r\n

Period: March 7 \u2013 April 4, 2026
\r\nVenue: NANZUKA UNDERGROUND
\r\nHours: 11:00\u201319:00
\r\nClosed: Sunday, Monday
\r\nURL\uff1ahttps:\/\/tinyurl.com\/2cfkw2zv<\/a><\/p>\r\n

Saga Arashiyama Museum of Arts & Culture \u201cThrough Art and Calligraphy, Enter the World of Hyakunin Isshu\u201d<\/h4>\r\n

\"adf-saga-arashiyama-bunka-kan\"<\/a>Located at the foot of Mount Ogura, associated with Fujiwara no Teika, this exhibition explores the cultural legacy of the classical poetry anthology Hyakunin Isshu through painting and calligraphy. Featuring the first public display of the Hyakunin Isshu Album alongside works by Hasegawa S\u014den, Kiyohara Yukinobu, Hon\u2019ami K\u014detsu, and Maruyama \u014ckyo, the exhibition reveals the rich interplay between waka poetry and visual art. Visitors are invited to rediscover the enduring beauty of poetic expression through artistic interpretation.<\/p>\r\n

Period: January 31 \u2013 April 12, 2026
\r\nVenue: Saga Arashiyama Museum of Arts & Culture, Kyoto
\r\nHours: 10:00\u201317:00 (Last entry 16:30)
\r\nClosed: Feb 15, Feb 17, Mar 3, Mar 17
\r\nURL\uff1ahttps:\/\/www.samac.jp\/<\/a><\/p>\r\n

Kyocera Museum of Art, Kyoto: \u201cA 400-Year Journey Through Western Painting: Masterpieces from the Tokyo Fuji Art Museum Collection\u201d<\/h4>\r\n

\"adf-kyoto-city-kyocera-museum-western-painting-journey\"<\/a>This exhibition brings together approximately 80 masterpieces spanning 400 years of Western painting, from the Italian Renaissance of the 16th century to the modern and contemporary periods of the 20th century. Through a diverse array of works\u2014ranging from mythological and religious paintings to the innovative styles of Monet, C\u00e9zanne, and others\u2014the exhibition traces the evolution of Western painting. Featuring carefully selected masterpieces from the Tokyo Fuji Art Museum\u2019s extensive collection, this exhibition offers a unique opportunity to experience the timeless appeal of these works.<\/p>\r\n

Dates: March 20 to May 24, 2026
\r\nVenue: Kyoto Ceramic Art Museum, Main Building, North Gallery, 1st Floor
\r\nHours: 10:00 AM \u2013 6:00 PM (Last admission 30 minutes before closing)
\r\nClosed: Mondays (Open on May 4)
\r\nAdmission: General admission 2,000 yen, etc.
\r\nURL\uff1ahttps:\/\/tinyurl.com\/49yhc6c9<\/a><\/p>\r\n

Museum of Contemporary Art Tokyo \u201cMission Infinity: Space, Quantum and Art\u201d<\/h4>\r\n

\"adf-tokyo-museum-of-contemporary-art-mission\"<\/a>Bringing together science and art, this exhibition explores the foundations of the universe through themes of space and quantum physics. Featuring collaborations between scientists and artists, including works created using a Japanese quantum computer, the exhibition examines invisible dimensions where time and space behave in unexpected ways. Alongside immersive installations, XR experiences and metaverse presentations create a multilayered exhibition environment, offering new possibilities for artistic expression at the intersection of science and creativity.<\/p>\r\n

Period: January 31 \u2013 May 6, 2026
\r\nVenue: Museum of Contemporary Art Tokyo
\r\nHours: 10:00\u201318:00
\r\nClosed: Mondays (except Feb 23, May 4)
\r\nAdmission: Adults 1,800
\r\nURL\uff1ahttps:\/\/tinyurl.com\/4nv49za3<\/a><\/p>\r\n

Contemporary Art Gallery, Art Tower Mito \u2013 Special Exhibition \u201cYudai Iikawa: When You Find What Matters\u201d<\/h4>\r\n\r\n\r\n
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This exhibition offers a comprehensive introduction to the practice of Yudai Iikawa, whose work focuses on the relativity of time and the fluctuations of perception. A new installation will also be presented, exploring the possibilities within ambiguous information and the incompleteness of human senses. The scenes that emerge through the behavior of visitors provide an opportunity to reflect on moments when we encounter landscapes different from those of everyday life.<\/p>\r\n

Dates: February 28 (Sat) \u2013 May 6 (Wed, holiday), 2026
\r\nVenue: Contemporary Art Gallery, Art Tower Mito
\r\nOpening Hours: 10:00\u201318:00 (Last admission 17:30)
\r\nClosed: Mondays (Open on May 4)
\r\nAdmission: 900 yen for adults, others vary
\r\nImage Credit: Yudai Iikawa, Decorator Club \u2013 Arrangement, Adjustment, Circulation, 2020
\r\nURL\uff1ahttps:\/\/tinyurl.com\/5x4rfw72<\/a><\/p>\r\n

Toyota Municipal Museum of Art \u201cTakashima Yajuro: 50 Years after His Passing\u201d<\/h4>\r\n\r\n\r\n
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Marking the 50th anniversary of the death of Western-style painter Takashima Yajuro (1890\u20131975), this large-scale retrospective presents approximately 170 works, including pieces shown publicly for the first time. Known for his contemplative depictions of candles and the moon, Takashima pursued a deeply personal realism throughout his life. Through paintings and archival materials, the exhibition offers a comprehensive view of his artistic philosophy and enduring legacy.<\/p>\r\n

Period: January 6 \u2013 March 15, 2026
\r\nVenue: Toyota Municipal Museum of Art
\r\nHours: 10:00\u201317:30 (Last entry 17:00)
\r\nClosed: Mondays (except Jan 12, Feb 23)
\r\nAdmission: Adults 1,500
\r\nURL\uff1ahttps:\/\/tinyurl.com\/mr3yb5tk<\/a><\/p>\r\n

Plaza Gallery \u201cKoro Ihara: Breath-Through\u201d<\/h4>\r\n

\"adf-plaza-gallery-ihara-hiroki-breath\"<\/a>This exhibition presents the sculptural practice of Koro Ihara, who works with traces and by-products of living organisms, combining them with traditional techniques. Using materials such as animal droppings, bird nests, worm castings, and Nostoc (a form of cyanobacteria), Ihara transforms natural processes into sculptural form. In this presentation, the installation is conceived as a breathing environment in which the flow of nature becomes visible. The exhibition space evolves like a living organism, inviting viewers to reflect on cycles of life and transformation.<\/p>\r\n

Period: February 7 \u2013 March 29, 2026
\r\nVenue: Plaza Gallery
\r\nHours: 11:00\u201318:00
\r\nClosed: Monday\u2013Wednesday
\r\nURL\uff1ahttp:\/\/www.plaza-gallery.com\/<\/a><\/p>\r\n

CREATIVE MUSEUM TOKYO \u201cSORAYAMA: Light, Reflection, Transparency \uff0dTOKYO\uff0d\u201d<\/h4>\r\n

\"adf-sorayama-light-transparency-reflection-tokyo\"<\/a>The largest retrospective ever held of internationally acclaimed artist Hajime Sorayama takes place at CREATIVE MUSEUM TOKYO. Centered on his long-standing exploration of the aesthetics of the human body and machinery, the exhibition traces his pursuit of light, transparency, and reflection from early iconic works to the latest creations. Building upon the widely acclaimed Shanghai exhibition, this Tokyo edition expands both its content and scale. A new sculpture inspired by Motoko Kusanagi from Ghost in the Shell, Sexy Robot_The Ghost in the Shell type 2 (2026), will also be unveiled.<\/p>\r\n

Period: March 14 \u2013 May 31, 2026
\r\nVenue: CREATIVE MUSEUM TOKYO
\r\nURL\uff1ahttps:\/\/sorayama2026.jp\/<\/a><\/p>\r\n

ATELIER MUJI GINZA \u201cTotonou: An Exhibition on Finding Balance\u201d<\/h4>\r\n

\"adf-atelier-muji-ginza-totonou\"<\/a>Focusing on the Japanese concept of \u201ctotonou,\u201d meaning to bring things into balance, this exhibition explores how harmony can be found in everyday life. Rather than adding or subtracting excessively, \u201ctotonou\u201d suggests adjusting one\u2019s environment, body, and mind toward what feels sufficiently complete. Through spatial installations inspired by the traditional tea room and experiential settings that encourage self-awareness, the exhibition invites visitors to reconsider their senses and rediscover a state of quiet equilibrium within contemporary life.<\/p>\r\n

Period: March 20 \u2013 May 31, 2026
\r\nVenue: ATELIER MUJI GINZA (MUJI Ginza 6F)
\r\nHours: 11:00\u201320:00
\r\nURL\uff1ahttps:\/\/tinyurl.com\/yk33srfh<\/a><\/p>\r\n

NANZUKA UNDERGROUND \u201cRaymond Lemstra: Good Looking\u201d<\/h4>\r\n

\"adf-nanzuka-underground-good-looking\"<\/a>This solo exhibition by Raymond Lemstra presents a new series of portrait drawings and paintings, marking a significant development in his long-term exploration of the human face. Featuring 20 new graphite drawings and six new paintings, the works appear realistic at first glance yet reveal subtle humor and irony. In recent years, Lemstra has combined traditional Dutch oil painting techniques with Korean hanji paper, expanding his visual language. The exhibition offers the first comprehensive presentation of this latest body of work.<\/p>\r\n

Period: March 7 \u2013 April 4, 2026
\r\nVenue: NANZUKA UNDERGROUND
\r\nHours: 11:00\u201319:00
\r\nClosed: Sunday, Monday
\r\nURL\uff1ahttps:\/\/tinyurl.com\/7xxcj4bv<\/a><\/p><\/article>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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