Discover the Cultural Treasures at Ogimachi Night Museum in Osaka

Unveiling the Ogimachi Night Museum: A New Cultural Landmark in Osaka

Osaka is set to become a hub of cultural exploration with the upcoming Ogimachi Night Museum which will run from September 26, 2025, to March 8, 2026 at the Ogimachi Museum Cube. This exhibition, funded by Osaka Prefecture's Night Culture Promotion Project for the 2025 fiscal year, promises an immersive experience into four distinctive facets of Japanese culture ranging from pop to traditional arts.

The Ogimachi Museum Cube, located in the heart of Osaka city, aims to be a next-generation hub for art that is accessible to everyone. Through the Ogimachi Night Museum, it plans to showcase the diverse allure of Japanese culture to both domestic and international audiences.

Exhibition Highlights

The exhibition consists of four main sections:

1. Origami and Object Exhibition

This section will feature works from renowned origami artist Shatner Nishida, who skillfully transforms a single piece of paper into a myriad of organisms. Alongside him, conceptual artist Takeshi Kuroda will showcase creations that interweave science, art, and philosophy, culminating in an exhibition dubbed “One and Infinite.”

2. Ink Painting Exhibition

Experience the dynamic world of Go Toh, a contemporary ink painter dedicated to pushing the boundaries of traditional ink art. This exhibition will showcase an array of his masterpieces, providing insight into his artistic journey and distinctive style.

3. Figure Exhibition

Dive into the realm of figures with a showcase from Kaiyodo, a pioneer in Japan's figure-making industry that has significantly transformed the direction of recent hobby trends. The exhibition will feature an impressive collection of their most iconic creations.