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Discover the Essence of Art at the IMPRINTED Poster Exhibition

Takeo Co., the prestigious paper specialty trading company established in 1899, is proud to present the "IMPRINTED — Hiroshi Sugimoto Poster Exhibition" from July 31 to September 11 at their showroom located in Kanda, Tokyo. This exhibition serves as a tribute to the multidimensional artist Hiroshi Sugimoto, who has excelled in various fields such as photography, architecture, theater arts, literature, and ceramics.

Sugimoto, who has been a pillar in contemporary art since his relocation to the United States in 1970, brings forth an extraordinary collection of exhibition posters that he has showcased globally since 1980. This event is part of the related projects to the ongoing "Hiroshi Sugimoto: Extinct Photos" exhibition at the National Museum of Modern Art in Tokyo. Attendees will have the chance to experience the intricate relationship between paper, printing, and photographic representation through carefully curated posters that reflect Sugimoto’s ethos, philosophy, and creative world.

Exhibition Details

• - Exhibition Title: IMPRINTED — Hiroshi Sugimoto Poster Exhibition
• - Dates: July 31 (Friday) — September 11 (Friday), 2026
• - Hours: 11:00 AM to 6:00 PM
• - Closed: Saturdays, Sundays, public holidays, and August 13-14
• - Location: Takeo Co., Showroom, 3-18-3 Kanda Nishikicho, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo 101-0054, Japan
• - Contact: +81 3-3292-3669
• - Admission: Free
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Hiroshi Sugimoto, born in 1948, has made remarkable contributions to art with significant works like his Dioramic, Seascapes, and Theaters series. He established the Shin Material Research Institute in 2008 and the Odawara Cultural Foundation in 2009, with his notable architecture project, the Enoura Observatory, completed after a decade of planning. Sugimoto's ingenuity is on full display, bringing together different elements harmoniously in his works.

In addition to his exhibitions, Sugimoto's contributions have been recognized through several prestigious awards, including the Hasselblad Foundation International Award in Photography in 2001 and the 2009 Takamatsu Prince Takamatsu Memorial World Culture Prize in the painting category. In 2017, he received the commendation for cultural merit, further solidifying his status as a luminary in the arts. His engagement in theater, highlighted by his direction of "At the Hawk's Well" at the Palais Garnier in Paris, showcases his versatility and commitment to the arts.

The ongoing exhibition "Hiroshi Sugimoto: Extinct Photos" at the National Museum of Modern Art, Tokyo, runs from June 16 to September 13, 2026. It offers deeper insights into Sugimoto's artistic narrative and philosophy. For more details, visit the extinct photos exhibition site.

About Takeo Co.

Founded in 1899, Takeo Co. plays a pivotal role in the development of Japan's paper culture, known for creating and providing fine papers that balance color, texture, and rich materiality. Partnering with domestic and international paper manufacturers, they integrate cutting-edge technology and collaborate with top designers to inspire creativity through paper as a medium. Their showroom in Kanda stands as a place for people to engage with fine paper, fostering appreciation and understanding of this unique art form, having opened its doors in 2000. Additionally, the 2nd-floor showroom hosts ongoing exhibitions related to paper and design, inviting visitors to experience the intersection of these two worlds firsthand.

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