JAPAN WALLS 2025: A Celebration of Street Art
The XLARGE sponsored event, JAPAN WALLS 2025, celebrating a decade of street art, took place from October 27 to November 2, 2025, in Shirahama, Wakayama Prefecture. This year marks a significant milestone, with the 10th anniversary of JAPAN WALLS, the 25th anniversary of the sister beach partnership between Waikiki Beach and Shirarahama, and the 5th anniversary of the event being hosted in Shirahama.
As part of the festivities, XLARGE partnered with renowned artist DRAGON76 for a unique collaboration, producing special items to commemorate the occasion. This included practical and stylish equipment designed for artists, such as vests and jackets with pockets for spray cans, and event-themed T-shirts, all aimed at supporting mural creation.
The event featured talented artists from around the globe, including ASOTA, ÄURA, CAB, DINA SADDI, ERI2WIN, JACK SOREN, KAC, SUGAR, and TEMSA7 from Doha Walls, among many others. The highlight of the week was a celebration of creativity, connection, and street art culture that thrilled attendees and participants alike.
JAPAN WALLS 10TH ANNIVERSARY 'RETROSPECTIVE' Exhibition
Following the successful JAPAN WALLS 2025 event, a commemorative group exhibition will take place at the calif art gallery from November 8 to November 17, celebrating the 10-year journey of JAPAN WALLS with the unveiling of a photo book titled "JAPAN WALLS -10YRS OF MURALS-". This retrospective will highlight the process of creating the photographic collection, along with an exclusive showcase of rare archival artworks from the participating artists.
The exhibition will also feature a sale of merchandise, including the XLARGE × DRAGON76 × JAPAN WALLS collaboration items. Guests will have a unique opportunity to look back on a decade of creativity and connections within the street art scene. We encourage everyone to come and celebrate with us!
Event Details
- - Period: November 8 (Saturday) - November 17 (Monday), 2025
- - Venue: calif art gallery, 1-29-6 Aobadai, Meguro-ku, Tokyo
- - Hours: 11:00 AM - 8:00 PM (closing at 5:00 PM on the final day)
An opening reception will be held on November 7, from 6 PM to 8 PM, where a selection of complimentary drinks will be available for guests. This is a fantastic chance to celebrate the milestone of 10 years with fellow art enthusiasts, creators, and community members.
Stay updated by following JAPAN WALLS and calif art gallery on Instagram: @japanwalls and @calif_art_gallery.
About XLARGE and Beads International
Founded in November 1991 on Vermont Avenue, Los Angeles, XLARGE is a streetwear brand that combines functionality with fashion, shaped by the influences of music, art, and skateboarding culture. Their mission is to enrich people's lives through unique perspectives on street culture, marking them as pioneers in streetwear.
Beads International, the company behind XLARGE, has continually strived to offer diverse products across the street culture spectrum, empowering a vibrant society.
For more details visit the official XLARGE website:
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About calif art gallery
Calif art gallery, launched by Beads International in Nakameguro, serves as a platform for sharing and promoting street culture. The gallery features exhibitions by various artists both domestic and international and sells artworks and related merchandise. It resides in a repurposed motorcycle garage with an industrial aesthetic that perfectly aligns with the ethos of street culture. It's also available as a rental space for exhibitions, studios, and events.
Address: 1-29-6 Aobadai, Meguro-ku, Tokyo 153-0042
Phone: 03-6451-4531
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