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Reigai Art Week 2025: A Unique Gathering of Tokyo's Alternative Art Spaces

From November 5th to 9th, 2025, Tokyo will host Reigai Art Week, a unique event aimed at highlighting the diversity and creativity of alternative art spaces throughout the region. The official information center for the event will be located at COPYCENTER GALLERY in Itabashi, which will not only provide details about participating venues but will also host a series of special events including film festivals and panel discussions.

What is Reigai Art Week?

Reigai Art Week stands out from traditional art events as it showcases small-scale art spaces that focus on innovative and original activities, differing from conventional museums and commercial galleries. Organized by the Reigai Art Space, this event serves as a platform to introduce visitors to the current landscape of Tokyo's alternative art scene, bringing together various unique locations often overlooked by the general public.

Key Highlights of the Event:

• - Diverse Artistic Spaces: Attendees will have the chance to discover unconventional art spaces that usually remain under the radar, made accessible via the Reigai Art Space website.
• - Information Hub: COPYCENTER GALLERY will act as the central hub for relaying information and promoting various events throughout the duration of the week.
• - Special Screenings and Panels: A variety of cinematic works from recommended artists will be showcased in the Reigai Film Festival, alongside discussions addressing the current state of alternative art.

Event Details

Event Name:

Reigai Art Week 2025

Dates:

November 5 (Wed) - November 9 (Sun), 2025

Hours:

• - Information Center: 14:00 - 20:00
• - (Other venues will operate according to their own hours of operation.)

Official Website:

Reigai Art Week

Information Center Location:

COPYCENTER GALLERY
173-0004 Tokyo, Itabashi-ku, Itabashi 4-4-2, Mikuni Building Right B1F

Information Center Details:

COPYCENTER GALLERY Information

Featured Events at COPYCENTER GALLERY

1F: Toi Suzuki Solo Exhibition "Lilly"

Concurrent with the Reigai Art Week, COPYCENTER GALLERY will host a solo exhibition titled "Lilly" by artist Toi Suzuki. Displaying an awe-inspiring narrative, Suzuki's work delves into themes of beauty intertwined with violence, evoking unsettling nostalgia and confronting viewers with fundamental uncertainties inherent to humanity. His artistic explorations utilize diverse media such as photography and objects, creating a rich tapestry of expression.

• - Exhibition Dates: November 5 - November 9, 2025
• - Opening Hours: 14:00 - 20:00
• - Admission: Free

B1F: Reigai Film Festival

On the B1 floor of COPYCENTER GALLERY, the Reigai Film Festival will showcase an array of films recommended by various participating artists.

• - Exhibition Dates: November 5 - November 9, 2025
• - Opening Hours: 14:00 - 20:00
• - Admission: Free

Panel Discussion: Is Alternative Viable in the Reiwa Era?

The culminating panel discussion scheduled for November 9th will touch upon the rapid rise of alternative art spaces, led by key figures involved in their operations.

• - Date & Time: November 9, 2025, from 18:30 to 20:30
• - Venue: COPYCENTER GALLERY
• - Admission: ¥1,000
• - Participants:

- Yuya Abe (Researcher of Modern Japanese Art)
- Marie Ono (Former AVA Operations Member)
- Kohei Mita (Curator at RAMI_ART STUDIO/BAR)
- Nonoka Miyano (External Affairs Officer at Tachikawa Art Land)

• - Moderator: Yu Fujibayashi (Member of Aobaso Management)

Attendees can expect a lively discussion, with the event being livestreamed via the official Instagram account (@reigai_artspace) after the panel concludes.

About Reigai Art Space

Reigai Art Space is a website designed to introduce original, small-scale art activities that distinguish themselves from museums and commercial galleries. Focusing on Tokyo's alternative spaces, it aims to provide a comprehensive overview of innovative artistic phenomenon.

Website: Reigai Art Space

About COPYCENTER GALLERY

COPYCENTER GALLERY is operated by PHOTOPRI, a service specializing in high-quality printing for photographic exhibitions. Positioned at the forefront of alternative spaces in Tokyo, the gallery is committed to transforming and nurturing artistic expressions and fostering a welcoming environment for young artists.

For more information about this event, please contact:
PHOTOPRI, COPYCENTER GALLERY PR
TEL: 070-9278-8828
Email: [email protected]