Daido Moriyama: A Retrospective — event in Kyoto

Daido Moriyama: A Retrospective

About this event

What this is

A major retrospective exhibition showcasing the work of Daido Moriyama, one of Japan's most influential living photographers known for his raw, high-contrast black-and-white street photography. Moriyama emerged in the 1960s as part of the avant-garde Provoke movement, revolutionizing Japanese photography with his gritty, grainy aesthetic that captured the chaos and energy of post-war urban Japan. This comprehensive survey traces his six-decade career, from his early provocative work to his ongoing documentation of Tokyo's streets and nocturnal landscapes. The exhibition offers a rare opportunity to experience the full scope of an artist who fundamentally shaped contemporary photographic practice in Japan and internationally.

Who should go

Photography enthusiasts, contemporary art lovers, and anyone interested in Japan's post-war cultural evolution will find this exhibition essential viewing. The atmosphere is immersive and visceral, with Moriyama's signature rough-edged prints creating an intense visual experience that captures urban alienation and vitality. Visitors seeking to understand the artistic documentation of modern Japanese identity through an uncompromising lens will appreciate the depth and rawness of the work. Allow at least 90 minutes to fully absorb the exhibition's scope and impact.

Quick Facts

WHEN:April 01, 2026 – May 31, 2026
WHERE:Kyoto City KYOCERA Museum of Art, Main Building South Wing 2F
PRICE:¥1,500 Adult (General) / ¥800 Student

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