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Keita Ando's Solo Exhibition: "Scorching Heat and Decay / Freezing Cold and Sprout"

Starting from January 24, 2026, YUGEN Gallery FUKUOKA will host the solo exhibition titled "Scorching Heat and Decay / Freezing Cold and Sprout" by the talented artist Keita Ando. Located on the 4th floor of Stage 1 Nishidori, Daimyo, Fukuoka City, this exhibition promises to be a significant cultural event among art enthusiasts.

Keita Ando, who majored in Western painting at Kyushu Sangyo University, has been making waves in the art scene since his student days, winning numerous awards in various public competitions. His international exposure includes participating in an artist-in-residence program in Yogyakarta, Indonesia, where he was deeply inspired by local religious cultures, leading him to explore themes of life, death, and cycles in his subsequent works. Returning to YUGEN Gallery FUKUOKA marks a notable moment since his last appearance in the group exhibition "Connection Spot."

This solo exhibition serves as a progressive initiative that builds upon his 2023 exhibition "Scorching Heat and Decay" held at Art Space Baku in Fukuoka. The previous show drew its inspiration from the humidity and warmth of Malaysia, reflecting the rapid cycles of life. In contrast, "Freezing Cold and Sprout" evokes a sense of preservation and the birth of new life amidst freezing cold.

The exhibition will feature around 50 flat artworks, including new pieces along with selections from contemporaneous artists that have significantly influenced Ando's creative journey. This collection underscores the relationship with the Southeast Asian art scene and adds layers of depth to Ando's past productions, offering viewers the opportunity to witness the interconnectedness of these cultural influences.

The exhibition will showcase a unique approach, aiming to dissolve the boundaries between the artwork and the exhibition space by minimizing framing, allowing the pieces to blend seamlessly with their surroundings. This method prompts the question: what will sprout in this harmonious environment?

Ando's solid artistic style sharpens the viewer's consciousness, awakening a sense of renewal akin to plants emerging from their winter slumber in spring. Anticipation builds as visitors prepare to experience what may blossom within them upon viewing this captivating exhibition.

Exhibition Details

• - Exhibition Title: Scorching Heat and Decay / Freezing Cold and Sprout
• - Duration: January 24 (Sat) to February 16 (Mon), 2026
• - Hours: 11:00 AM - 7:00 PM (last day ends at 5:00 PM)
• - Closed: Tuesdays
• - Location: YUGEN Gallery FUKUOKA
• - Address: 4F, Stage 1 Nishidori, 2-1-4 Daimyo, Chuo Ward, Fukuoka City
• - Entrance Fee: Free

For the latest updates on the artist's attendance schedule, make sure to check the gallery's Instagram.

Purchase of Artwork

Guests interested in purchasing Keita Ando's works can browse the collection available on the official YUGEN Gallery online store.

• - YUGEN Gallery - Keita Ando Collection

About the Artist

Keita Ando, born in 1992 in Kawasaki City, Kanagawa Prefecture, graduated from the Fine Arts Department of Kyushu Sangyo University. His talent has been recognized through multiple awards from public exhibitions during his studies. Since his participation in the artist-in-residence program in Yogyakarta, Indonesia in 2019, he has continued to explore themes surrounding life cycles through various exhibits both domestically and internationally.

YUGEN Gallery Overview

Founded in February 2022, the YUGEN Gallery specializes in contemporary Japanese art and operates locations in both Tokyo and Fukuoka, aiming to connect a broader audience with the beauty and depth of Japanese aesthetics.

For more details about YUGEN Gallery and their exhibitions, please visit the official site: YUGEN Gallery Official Site.