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SAORI KANDA Presents '祝祭' Spring Art Show

From April 3 to April 21, 2026, the captivating spring art exhibition '祝祭' (Shukusai) by contemporary artist SAORI KANDA will be held at Gallery Tagboat in Ningyocho, Tokyo. Organized by YUGEN Gallery, this exhibition will embrace the essence of spring through a dazzling array of colors, sounds, movements, and visuals, creating a sensory celebration.

Thematic Exploration

Centered on themes such as 'Festival', 'Goddess', and 'Ode to Life', the exhibition invites visitors into a fantastical world defined by vibrant color installations spread across the walls, floors, and entire gallery space. Among the displayed works are fresh drawings from KANDA's 'Goddess' series, along with canvas pieces and three-dimensional works that highlight her unique, life-affirming artistic expressions.

Adding to the excitement, KANDA will curate works from six notable artists and two musicians, showcasing dynamic collaborative installations that blend fashion, photography, video, music, and dance. Highlights include costume artworks painted for dresses and mixed-media pieces that fuse photography with drawing, delivering a creative interplay across various forms of art.

Special Performance Event

One of the exhibition's key attractions will be an art performance on April 4, 2026. In celebration of the special year of Hinoeuma, the event will feature the creation of an impressive over five-meter artwork titled 'Pegasus and the Goddess', performed live through singing and dancing. Attendees are encouraged to don white attire, allowing them to join KANDA and further immerse themselves in the festive atmosphere.

As colors bloom across the space and fantastical music enhances the experience, visitors will find themselves swept into a delightful realm of artistic expression.

A Multisensory Celebration

This exhibition serves as a celebration that engages visual, auditory, and bodily sensations, showcasing interdisciplinary works that transcend traditional boundaries. We invite everyone to experience the world of life and festivities woven together by SAORI KANDA and her guest artists in the spring of Tokyo.

Event Details

• - Date: April 4, 2026
• - Time: Open at 17:00, performance from 17:30 to 18:45, closing at 19:00. Note: The gallery will be closed from 14:00 until preparations are complete. Free entrance from 11:00 to 14:00.
• - Dress Code: White attire.
• - Entrance Fee: 3000 yen (free for high school students and younger). Payment in cash at the venue, no reservation necessary.

Performers Include:

• - SAORI KANDA (Song, Dance, Paint)
• - Kenji Azuma (Crystal bowl)
• - CD HATA (synthesizer)
• - MASAHITO HIRANUMA (DJ)
• - Nourah (Dance)

Exhibition Overview

• - Title: SAORI KANDA presents Art Exhibition & Performance '祝祭'
• - Duration: April 3 (Fri) – April 21 (Tue)
• - Hours: Weekdays from 12:00 to 19:00, Saturdays from 11:00 to 19:00
• - Closed: Sundays, Mondays, and public holidays
• - Location: Gallery Tagboat, Ningyocho Art Open Space
• - Address: 3-6-9 Nihonbashi Ningyocho, Chuo-ku, Tokyo
• - Admission: Free

About SAORI KANDA

SAORI KANDA is a contemporary artist celebrated for her immersive and multi-sensory ceremonial art performances, which engage the five senses through various forms of expression including sound, dance, clothing, aroma, and food. Her work addresses themes central to the existential human experience, particularly focusing on self-love and the source of life. KANDA has collaborated with brands such as Nissan, Canon, and Alfa Romeo, and has been featured in exhibitions globally across locations such as the US, Europe, and Asia.

For further details, visit the official website of Tagboat, or check SAORI KANDA's Instagram for updates on the performances and other scheduled events.