Photographer Yoshida Nagi's Art Project 'BAG' in Shibuya Showcases Local Diversity

Introducing the 'BAG@Shibuya 2-chome Street Gallery' Project

Tokyo Tatemono Co., Ltd. is excited to announce the launch of 'BAG@Shibuya 2-chome Street Gallery', a unique art project by renowned photographer Yoshida Nagi. This initiative aims to showcase a vibrant and diverse range of people connected to Shibuya through a large-scale exhibition displayed on the construction barrier surrounding the site of ongoing demolition work.

The project invites locals who have a connection to the Shibuya area to participate, with a call for submissions set to begin on October 16, 2025. The photographs will be displayed starting on October 31, 2025, and will remain up until April 2026. Yoshida intends to photograph individuals from Shibuya, capturing their essence and connection to the city. The end goal is to create a magnificent visual representation of Shibuya’s alluring community.

One of the most exciting aspects of this project is its innovative approach to art display. Rather than being confined to a specific gallery space, BAG operates as a site-specific gallery, adapting to the characteristics of each unique location. This first phase leverages the vacant space of a construction site to provide an artistic experience for both local residents and passersby, fostering a richer environment that adds new value to the community.

Yoshida has previously celebrated the uniqueness of diverse individuals, including indigenous peoples and drag queens. For this project, his focus on the everyday lives of people in Shibuya aims to strengthen ties within the community, encouraging a re-examination of the city’s distinct allure amidst ongoing development.

Among the featured subjects in the first phase of the project are notable figures such as Zeebra, a Hip Hop activist and goodwill ambassador for the Shibuya Tourism Association, along with approximately ten other individuals who embody the spirit of this bustling area. As the project progresses, the second wave will include selected participants from the general public who apply through the special recruitment campaign. Ultimately, around 20 artworks are expected to be displayed.

The capture of these photographs will take place within the framework of the DESIGNART TOKYO 2025, a design and art festival scheduled from October 31 to November 9, 2025.

Project Overview

Name

BAG@Shibuya 2-chome Street Gallery

Location

Shibuya 2-chome, Tokyo (including the Tokyu International Building and the site of the Tokyu Nagai Building)

Duration

October 31, 2025, to April 30, 2026 (tentative)
* Note: The schedule is subject to change; further details can be found on the special site.

Organizer

BAG-Brillia Art Gallery (operated by Tokyo Tatemono Co., Ltd.)

Planning & Production

The Chain Museum, Nomura Co., Ltd., Arts and Brands Co., Ltd.

Support

Shibuya Future Design Association

Cooperation

Qualas Co., Ltd.

Photographer

Yoshida Nagi

Special Site

BAG Project Special Site

Recruitment for Project Participants

The project is also welcoming residents, workers, and visitors with strong ties to Shibuya to participate in the photo sessions.
Eligibility requirements include no restrictions on age, nationality, or occupation. Minors will need parental consent. Applicants will need to provide a brief personal statement about their connection to Shibuya along with a photograph of themselves.

The selected individuals will experience a unique opportunity to collaborate with Yoshida on November 3, 2025, during the scheduled photo session. Details will be communicated to participants after selection.
For more information and to apply, please visit the special recruitment site before the deadline on October 22, 2025.

Yoshida Nagi’s Profile

Yoshida Nagi is a talented photographer who ventured to Africa alone in 2009. He honed his photography skills self-taught and has showcased the beauty of diverse indigenous communities around the world. His unique color palette and intuitive approach to photography have earned him accolades, including the Kodansha Publishing Cultural Award for Photography. Notably, in 2020, he unveiled a project focused on drag queens, titled 'DRAGQUEEN -No Light, No Queen-'.

About BAG-Brillia Art Gallery

Founded in October 2021 in Kyobashi, Tokyo, BAG has hosted 25 exhibitions under the theme of 'life and art' for nearly four years. Following the redevelopment in the area, the gallery will continue its work by exploring site-specific art projects rather than maintaining a permanent space, thus enriching the community with each new exhibition.

For further details on the gallery and its initiatives, you can visit their official website at BAG Gallery.