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Exploring Unique Perspectives: Tetsuro Kano's 'nest / nested' Exhibit

An exciting exhibition titled 'nest / nested' by artist Tetsuro Kano is set to open at the social issue gallery SIGNAL in Toranomon, Tokyo, starting March 4. Produced by SIGNING Co., Ltd., this is the 16th installment of the Signature Exhibition series. The show encourages attendees to reflect on humanity's relationship with nature through unique artistic expressions.

About the 'nest / nested' Exhibit

Tetsuro Kano, born in 1980 in Miyagi Prefecture and currently residing in Kanagawa, has long been known for his thought-provoking installations that merge natural elements with man-made objects. Through his work, he introduces audiences to alternative perspectives, coalescing materials that often intertwine like animal nests. This intermingling of forms invites viewers to contemplate new meanings and reconsider the traditional purposes of these materials.

The duality presented in the installation also embodies accidental or consequential relationships, drawing us into reflections on coexistence between humans and nature, capitalism's relentless forward drive, and the paradoxes of democracy. Kano's work ultimately pushes us to confront our societal structures and the intricate narrative we weave between the natural world and our own.

Meet the Artist

Kano’s creative process focuses on biological perspectives, hunting, fishing, and surveying. By integrating the viewpoints of other beings, his installations craft a new landscape that serves as a form of drawing in space. His works incorporate a variety of materials—from natural items and pre-manufactured products to discarded objects and antiques—challenging conventional interpretations and the meaning we assign to the physical world.

In recent years, he has participated in several prominent exhibitions, including the Echigo-Tsumari 2025 Summer and Autumn Exhibition, Setouchi International Art Festival 2025, and upcoming shows at Nagoya Castle and Hirosaki Rennga Warehouse Museum in 2024. Each exhibition pushes boundaries and reevaluates how we perceive the interplay of our environment and societal narratives.

Exhibition Details

• - Dates: March 4 (Wednesday) to April 4 (Saturday) 2024
• - Opening Reception: March 4 (Wednesday) from 18:00 to 20:00
• - Opening Hours:

- Tuesdays: 10:00 to 20:00 (Gallery Only)
- Wednesdays to Fridays: 11:00 to 23:00 (Café and Gallery)
(After 18:00, it becomes bar time)
- Saturdays: 11:00 to 18:00 (Café and Gallery)
- Closed Sundays, Mondays, and national holidays.

• - Admission: Free
• - Location: 1-2-11 Toranomon, Minato-ku, Tokyo, The ParkRex TORANOMON 1F
• - Phone Number: 03-6205-8220
• - Website: SIGNAL
• - Instagram: @signal_socialissuegallery
• - Access: 5 minutes walk from Toranomon Hills Station (Hibiya Line), 3 minutes walk from Toranomon Station (Ginza Line).
• - Google Maps: Directions

Gallery Overview

The SIGNAL gallery stands out for facilitating both the input and output of information among its visitors. It not only showcases art addressing unspoken social issues but also provides an opportunity for attendees to reflect on their responses through surveys. The collective insights gained through participant feedback are analyzed and transformed into actionable ideas aimed at addressing social issues. This initiative includes producing reports on social challenges and organizing dialogues or events in collaboration with various organizations and academic institutions.

Upcoming exhibits include a project featuring Makoto Egashira in April 2026. Note that display durations and details are subject to change without prior notice.

About SIGNING

SIGNING is a social design company committed to solving both business and societal challenges concurrently. In today's rapidly changing environment, shaped by technological advancements and geopolitical issues, many organizations find themselves navigating uncharted waters. SIGNING offers groundbreaking solutions through 'Social Design' and 'New Market Design.' Committed to integrating these concepts across various domains, SIGNING pursues collective social good and exploration of new market opportunities.

• - Headquarters: 1-4-28 Mita, Minato-ku, Tokyo, 16F Mita International Building
• - CEO: Takahiro Maki
• - More Information: Signing Co.