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ART FAIR TOKYO 20 Official Talk Event: 'Dialogue: ASK ART, WHY?'

Get ready for an enriching experience at the ART FAIR TOKYO 20, Asia's oldest and largest international art fair. On March 15, 2026, an official talk program titled 'Dialogue: ASK ART, WHY?' will be held at Tokyo Midtown Yaesu. This year marks the 20th edition of the art fair, and the return of its official talk series after a two-year hiatus.

The talk program is set to be an intellectual feast featuring participants from diverse fields like AI, sports, law, and body expression. The event aims to explore pressing questions surrounding art through seven enlightening sessions.

Event Details

• - Date: March 15, 2026 (Sunday)
• - Time: 13:00 – 20:00 (Doors open at 12:30)
• - Venue: Tokyo Midtown Yaesu, Innovation Field, 4th Floor, Large Conference Room
• - Address: 2-2-1 Yaesu, Chuo-ku, Tokyo 104-0028, Japan
• - Admission: Free (Pre-registration recommended due to limited seating)

The event is organized by ART FAIR TOKYO and operated by artTunes, a Tokyo-based company. The first 200 attendees who pre-register will receive an exclusive limited edition sticker. Simply present a QR code at check-in to claim yours!

Program Overview

During this single-day event, discussions will delve into various themes derived from art, such as:
1. What Does Open Art Mean?
- Discussing exclusion in art with cultural researcher Hiroki Yamamoto.
2. AI Eyes vs. Human Aesthetics
- A panel including artist Kumi Kaguraoka and FRONTEO’s Hiroyoshi Toyoshima examines who defines aesthetic values in the AI era.
3. Cultural Strategies in Art and Soccer
- Insights from Kyohide Okabe and Kazuaki Kitajima on the future of cultural capital.
4. Can Final Fantasy Be Considered Art?
- Intellectually dissecting the boundaries of art and intellectual property with sociologist Jun Ooyama and lawyer Hayato Komatsu.
5. Can Movement Transcend Time?
- A look into the permeating body with parkour artist ZEN and art advisor Toshihiro Terauchi.
6. Is There a Hierarchy in Art and Design?
- Artists Yusuke Aonuma and Hiroshi Isogai explore possible hierarchies in expression.
7. The Role of Artists in the Age of AI
- A thought-provoking session featuring artist Daito Manabe and a trio of talented high school students exploring art as humanity's last stronghold.

As ART FAIR TOKYO approaches its 20th milestone, it underscores its commitment not just to the art market but to broad cultural, social, and philosophical dialogues. Joining this conversation promises to be an enlightening experience for all involved.

About ART FAIR TOKYO

Launched in 2005, ART FAIR TOKYO stands as one of Japan's premier international art fairs, showcasing an extensive array from ancient art to modern contemporary pieces. The fair serves as a platform for galleries worldwide, thereby sending a strong message about Japan and Asia's influence on the global art scene.

This year's main visual was dedicated to renowned artist Tatsuo Miyajima, featuring his remarkable piece, Counter Skin in Hiroshima-3 gold.

To learn more about the event and to secure your ticket in advance, visit ART FAIR TOKYO's official website.

About artTunes

artTunes is dedicated to creating a society where everyone can become an artist. We support this vision through various initiatives, grounded in the concept of accessible creative expression.

For more information about artTunes, please visit artTunes.