Shibuya Parco will be drowning in art for 17 days! Jean-Julien's exhibition, Akira Kirin Kawashima's hotel, Martin Margiela's documentary film...everything is exciting.

."Shibuya PARCOI am always amazed at the aesthetic sense of the "Mere Old Man," and I think this project is the best proof of that.

SHIBUYA PARCO ART WEEK 2021" starts today, September 17 (Fri.). This project, which was very popular last year, will be held during the period of the event, and the B1F to 10F of Shibuya PARCO will be filled with art. There will be exhibitions by well-known artists, and goods collaborating with brands and creators will be on sale. It is, after all, an exciting week.

HOUYHNHNM worked with Jin Katagiri on the same project last year.corresponding article), I'm actually cruising with someone again this year? Date? I'm going to go on a cruise? And before I publish that article, let me introduce a few spots of interest.

1. exhibition of Jean-Julien

Far west of Japan, in France, the illustrator ".Jean JullienHave you ever heard of "The Taste of Life"? His unique touch is so appealing that it makes one's heart warm just to look at it. In his home country, he has provided his works to magazines and fashion brands. He also has a deep knowledge of Japanese manga culture, and will be featured as one of the featured creators of Art Week.

Jean Jullien Exhibition "PAPER PEOPLE
The exhibition will be held in two locations, the first of which is the "PARCO MUSEUM TOKYOAn installation-style exhibition held at the "Musee d'Orsay". The works are said to represent the creative activities of the artists in the form of flimsy paper. About 50 paintings of various sizes will be exhibited in one place.

New solo exhibition "POCKET PARENTS
The second is here. A small statue and its son character appear. The world view is conveyed through artwork created in a variety of media. Based on Julien's family and his own experiences as a parent, the story of aging and the responsibilities that come with it unfolds in a humorous manner. The venue is NANZUKA 2G.

2. "Martin Margiela" by Margiela

Martin Margiela: In His Own Words" will open in theaters nationwide on Friday, September 17, starting with WHITE CINE QUINTO.

He has never made any public appearances, nor has he been photographed or given face-to-face interviews, but more than 10 years after his sudden retirement, he is still an enigmatic and influential designer genius. A rare documentary film about Martin Margiela is now being released. Please enjoy the film at "WHITE CINE QUINTO" on the 8th floor.

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3. # Hotel Kawashima

He may be hosting the refreshing morning (ooky) information program "Lavit," but he also wows the audience with his poignant flips on "Godtan's" Oogirish NIGHT. Akira Kawashima of Kirin is a rare comedian. He is now the manager of the hotel, and we are pleased to announce the opening of the hotel.

I am amazed at the stamina of the guy who has conquered the latte column from top to bottom and is still looking for a new challenge, but this is going to be a hell of a lot of fun.

# Hotel Kawashima" is an interactive exhibition in which Mr. Kawashima is the manager of a hotel. As you visit the spaces that resemble hotel rooms, each room has a story prepared by Mr. Kawashima, which you can experience. There are also original goods from the exhibition and a project in which Mr. Kawashima will hashtag his own face.

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4. gasius × PORTER EXCAHNGE

The collaboration with "Gasius," a fashion brand created by Japan-based British artist Russell Maurice, which has been on sale exclusively at some stores, will also be sold exclusively at PORTER EXCAHNGE in Shibuya PARCO during the period of the event.

The bags and other items are printed with "Old Bag," an original character created by Russell for the collaboration. This is a unique item that you can only get here.

5. VOILLD x FACE at M.I.U. No2

At "M.I.U. No2" on the 7th floor, the Nakameguro-based art gallery "VOILLD" and Tokyo-born artist/illustrator FACE will sell sweatshirts that they co-created. VOILLD original goods collaborating with the leading artists of the times and FACE's archives will also be on display. The two artists who have built Tokyo's culture are seen together here, creating a rare and stimulating space.

6. photo exhibition of Shun Omiyama "Wind Responds" by MIDORI.so Gallery

Photographer Shun Omiyama works to detach reality from the photographic world under the theme of "Anti-Reality that is close to Realism. The girl fuinamThis articleHe was also in charge of photography at "ComMunE & ROOFTOP PARK" and his photo exhibition "Wind Responds" will be held at "ComMunE & ROOFTOP PARK".

By exposing the moments captured by the photographs to the human eye in the exhibition space, we expect further dynamism. Please come to the venue to scoop up Mr. Omiyama's ideas and sense of distance from his photographs.

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These are just a few of the places we have introduced. If you are interested, please come and visit. Shibuya Parco is filled with the immeasurable energy of art.

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