What this is
Diary by HAGIWARA PROJECTS and XYZ Collective is a collaborative art exhibition presenting diary-based artworks by two emerging Japanese artists, Saeka Enokura and Nanana Yokoi. The show operates within the curatorial frameworks of HAGIWARA PROJECTS and XYZ Collective, two contemporary art platforms known for championing experimental and conceptual practices. The exhibition takes the personal diary as its central artistic conceit, exploring themes of memory, intimacy, and self-documentation through visual art. Held at CADAN Otemachi, a respected contemporary art hub in central Tokyo, the show situates these personal narratives within a prestigious institutional context.
Who should go
This exhibition is ideal for contemporary art enthusiasts, collectors, and anyone drawn to conceptual or diary-based visual practices. It will particularly appeal to those interested in emerging Japanese artists working at the intersection of personal narrative and fine art. The intimate, gallery-scale format suits visitors who prefer a quiet, contemplative experience over large-scale spectacle. Check HAGIWARA PROJECTS or CADAN Otemachi's official website ahead of your visit to confirm opening hours and any ticketing requirements.
Good to know
CADAN Otemachi is a multi-gallery contemporary art complex in the Otemachi Financial City area, easily accessible from Otemachi Station. Gallery admission is typically free at CADAN venues, but it is worth confirming directly with HAGIWARA PROJECTS or XYZ Collective via their social media or websites before visiting. The space is a compact, white-cube style gallery environment suited to focused viewing — no large bags or photography restrictions are standard at most CADAN galleries, but check signage on arrival. As an emerging-artist show, the exhibition may have limited run dates, so visiting earlier in the run is advisable to avoid missing it.
This event was sourced and translated from Japanese by What's On Japan. Details may change — verify with the official source before attending.