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Discovering Kyushu and Okinawa's Art Scene at SHOWCASE vol.3

The Company The Chain Museum is all set to host its third installment of the thrilling exhibition series titled SHOWCASE vol.3: Kyushu / Okinawa by ArtSticker. This captivating event is scheduled to take place at the unique dining gallery Art ka Biifun ka Paichu, located in Roppongi, from March 6 to March 21, 2026. This exhibition aims to showcase the rich artistic heritage and vibrant talents emerging from the Kyushu and Okinawa regions.

As part of the promotional activities leading to the event, The Chain Museum invites artists actively working in these areas or those originating from there to submit their artwork for consideration. The submission window will be open from December 18, 2025, until February 8, 2026. This initiative reflects the museum's commitment to nurture and foster art communities in local regions, and it seeks to bridge the gap between offline and online artistic interactions.

Aiming to Connect Artists and Audiences

The mission behind the Art ka Biifun ka Paichu gallery is to create an accessible space for both artists and art lovers to connect over their shared passion for creativity and expression. The gallery’s initiative, launched in January this year under the name SHOWCASE by ArtSticker, focuses on highlighting emerging talents by featuring artists from across various regions of Japan in a public exhibition format.

In the era of online galleries and digital art appreciation, the challenge remains to provide opportunities for local artists to present their work directly to audiences. This exhibition will serve as a hub for new artistic encounters and collaborations, emphasizing the importance of physical galleries in today’s art scene.

Showcase Highlight: Kyushu and Okinawa Artists

This particular iteration will not only feature selected works submitted through an open call but will also include guest artists, enriching the exhibition with diverse artistic perspectives from Kyushu and Okinawa. Organizers hope this approach will inspire fresh connections and creative dialogues that transcend geographical boundaries.

Application Guidelines

If you are an artist based in or hailing from Kyushu and Okinawa, you are encouraged to participate in this exciting opportunity. Here are the essential details to keep in mind:

• - Eligibility: Open to artists from: Fukuoka, Saga, Nagasaki, Oita, Kumamoto, Miyazaki, Kagoshima, and Okinawa (including its islands). Applications are accepted from individuals and groups, regardless of nationality, age, or professional background.
• - Submission Deadline: All submissions must be completed by February 8, 2026. Artists should ensure their registration on the ArtSticker platform by or before January 18, 2026, for the initial screening.
• - No Fees: There are no application or exhibition fees; however, selected artists will be responsible for transporting their works to the gallery.

Applying: The Process

Artists interested in participating should follow these steps:
1. Log in to the ArtSticker platform or register if you are a new user.
2. For potential first-round participants, complete your artist registration by January 18, 2026.
3. Following registration, a portfolio review will determine passage to the second round, where final submissions and artwork registration will occur by February 8, 2026.

Selection and Exhibition Timeline

A panel of selected curators from ArtSticker will evaluate the pieces submitted for the exhibition. Selected artists, approximately 8 groups, will be notified in mid-February 2026. The exhibition itself is divided into two parts, where artworks will be swapped mid-way to keep the display dynamic and engaging.

Join the Art Community

With free admission to the exhibition, the organizers invite art enthusiasts and the general public to attend and enjoy this unique fusion of culinary experience and artistic expression. The balance of enjoying a meal while being surrounded by inspiring works of art sets Art ka Biifun ka Paichu apart as a cultural hotspot in Roppongi.

Visit us at:
Address: 5-2-4 Roppongi, Minato-ku, Tokyo, Japan, 2nd Floor Asahi Seimei Roppongi Building
Telephone: 03-6434-9367

For further details about the exhibition, visit the official ArtSticker website.

With support from Ashibi Company, a comprehensive entertainment company from Okinawa, this event celebrates the artistry that thrives in Japan's southern regions. We warmly encourage all aspiring artists to seize this opportunity and showcase their talents!