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Republic of Malta Japan Art Festival The Japan Art Festival was held in the Republic of Malta from July 3 to 5, 2026, at the Mediterranean Conference Centre in Valletta—a World Heritage site and the largest conference center in Europe. The Republic of Malta is a beautiful island nation located in the Mediterranean Sea, approximately 100 kilometers south of Sicily, Italy; about half of the island is designated as a World Heritage site. In recent years, it has enjoyed great popularity as a tourist destination within Europe. For this event, around twenty representative artists were selected from Japan to exhibit… Read more: ▶　July 3–5, 2026 [Overseas Activities] Japan Art Festival in the Republic of Malta

The National Art Center, Tokyo, is exhibiting its work. It received the International Junior Art Award. Kenichi Tatezawa, a GIA (Gemological Institute of America) member and former CEO of HSBC Securities, collaborated on a piece titled “Sayume,” a rising dragon, which was exhibited at the National Art Center, Tokyo from May 15th to 24th. The artwork was displayed under strict security and received the International Junior Art Award. Rare yellow diamonds are used in the dragon’s eyes and the artist’s seal. The materials used are also exceptional, including paper made from Yuki Tsumugi silk floss (an intangible cultural property) and… Read more: ▶　May 15-24, 2026 [Exhibition/Award] Rising Dragon “Sayume” The National Art Center, Tokyo, received the International Junior Art Award.

Lions Clubs Multiple District 333 Pre-Event Party: Live Performance to be Held The “Lions Clubs District 333 Multiple District Eve Party” held at the Utsunomiya East Japan Hotel kicked off in the evening.Although the preparations were a bit of a whirlwind, once things got underway, a huge number of business leaders attended—and they were all truly wonderful people. The comedy duo U-ji Koji (Kaoru Fukuda and Takuro Mashiko) performed right before my live show. I chatted with them a bit in the green room and backstage; they were genuinely friendly, nice guys. As a fellow native of Tochigi, it was… Read more: ▶　May 16, 2026 [Live Performance] Lions Clubs Multiple District 333 Live Performance

Solo Exhibition “Ribon ~Re:Born~” My solo exhibition, “Re:Born,” held from March 28th to 29th, has successfully concluded. It was truly an amazing exhibition, far exceeding the realm of a typical exhibition. Many Hello Kitty fans attended. Thanks to the television coverage, many people who saw the show also came. Over 100 different items, including artwork and merchandise, were on display. The number of visitors became so high that I lost count halfway through. Thanks to everyone’s support, so many people came, and time flew by while I was attending to them. Before I knew it, the exhibition was over. Many… Read more: ▶　March 28-29, 2026 [Solo Exhibition] Solo Exhibition “Ribon ~Re:Born~”

Courtesy visit to the mayor of Ishinomaki City; creation of a sumi-e (ink painting) of Date Masamune using finger ink. Ishinomaki City is the second largest city in Miyagi Prefecture, after Sendai. It suffered significant tsunami damage during the Great East Japan Earthquake of March 11, 2011, but has since recovered and the entire city is beautiful again. Historically, Ishinomaki was originally the base of Kasai Harutane, but later Date Masamune incited former retainers of Kasai and Osaki to revolt, which was discovered by Toyotomi Hideyoshi. Afterward, Ishinomaki became part of Date Masamune’s territory. …And so, this time I brought… Read more: ▶　2026-03-11 [Artwork Production] Courtesy visit to the mayor of Ishinomaki: Production of a finger-ink painting of “Date Masamune”

Co-creation with J.League Tochigi SC | Drawing “Keep Moving Forward” through finger-ink art I met with Tochigi SC, a professional soccer team in the J.League. While future plans are still a secret, I hope to spread the concept of soccer and traditional Japanese culture to a wide range of generations and create things and experiences that will delight everyone. This time, I used finger ink (brushless sumi-e) to depict Toki and Tochigi SC’s philosophy, “Keep Moving Forward.”Toki depicts the three monkeys (see no evil, hear no evil, speak no evil) in a cute yet cool, dynamic style, while the philosophy… Read more: ▶　2026-03-04 [Artwork] Co-creation with J.League Tochigi SC | Finger-ink art drawing “Keep Moving Forward”

Ink Art Exhibition “Re:Born” held A world first! Original ink paintings of Hello Kitty arrive in Tochigi.Ladies and gentlemen, a new horizon of art is about to open up! A solo exhibition by brushless ink painting artist Arakawa SHU will be held at the Tochigi Chamber of Commerce and Industry from Thursday, March 28th to Friday, March 29th.This will finally see the world’s first original ink paintings of Hello Kitty unveiled, exhibited, and for sale! Officially approved by Sanrio, these special pieces each bear a gleaming copyright and logo sticker, making them rare, one-of-a-kind pieces. These pieces are sure to… Read more: ▶　2026-03-28-29 [Solo Exhibition] Ink Art Exhibition “Re:Born” to be held

JAPAN Do Wellness JAPAN DŌ WELLNESS-Michi- held Big Project Finally Begins on March 1stBringing Japanese Arts and Martial Arts to the WorldJAPAN DŌ WELLNESSJAPAN DŌ WELLNESS-DŌ- Step into a sacred evening where the samurai spirit is revealed through ink, movement, and… sound!This evening kicks off with a live performance by ink-e artist Arakawa Ken, followed by a four-part Bushido x Noh performance by Burakuza, making for an immersive evening!Set in a temple auditorium at night, silence and tension fill the air!It’s sure to be a spectacular night. [Schedule for the Day]7:00 PM – 7:45 PMRegistration & Water Bottle Pickup8:00 PMShow… Read more: ▶　2026-03-01　　　[ Live Performance]　　　JAPAN Do WellnessJAPAN DŌ WELLNESS-Do-

Astemo Utsunomiya Blitzen: Finger-inked artwork Utsunomiya is synonymous with road racing.When it comes to road racing, Astemo Utsunomiya Blitzen is synonymous with it.I recently met with Astemo Utsunomiya Blitzen, a Cycle Sports Management company.@utsunomiya_blitzen_officialWith riders Sergio Tu and Feng Chun-kai selected to represent Taiwan in the 2026 Asian Road Race Championships, and rider Toki Sawada receiving the Tochigi Prefecture Image Enhancement Contribution Award, Blitzen riders have been doing incredibly well. The two sumi-e paintings I created during our meeting were inspired by Blitzen’s road races, and I was so impressed by his previous performance in the Japan Cup that I… Read more: ▶　2026-02-22 [Artwork Production] Astemo Utsunomiya Blitzen – Finger-ink artwork production

New Year’s Day Live Painting Event at Hojuin Temple and Hoju Nursery School in Nikko How are you all spending your New Year’s holiday?On January 1st, we’ll be hosting a live performance of Japanese drumming and ink painting at Hojuin Temple/Hoju Nursery School in Nikko.It’s sure to be a fantastic day right from the start! There will also be a goma fire ritual and a raffle.There will also be freshly brewed coffee, amazake (sweet sake), and a grab-and-go snack. Arakawa Tsubasa ink painting products will also be on sale. Come visit Hojuin Temple on New Year’s Day. Come see the… Read more: ▶ 2026-01-1 [Event] New Year’s Day Live Painting Event at Hojuin Temple and Hoju Nursery School in Nikko

Sumi-e live performance to be held at Tokyo Tower’s SKY RED STADIUM Year-End Closing EventClub Stars Co., Ltd. 2025 New Year’s Thanksgiving & Munakata Birthday Celebration @ Tokyo Tower, approximately 300 people [Examples of Expected Guests]Presidents of trillion-yen companies, managing directors of hundreds of billion-yen companies, directors and executive officers of listed enterprise companies, former chairmen, advisors, and consultants of major corporations, prominent politicians, Olympic medalists, professional athletes, martial artists, Academy Award-winning actors, music artists, songwriters and composers, critics, commentators, hosts, idols, famous comedians, YouTubers, influencers, entrepreneurs, investors, businesspeople, lawyers, tax accountants, doctors, pilots, etc. Among the many notable figures… Read more: ▶ 2025-12-15 [Event] Live sumi-e performance to be held at Tokyo Tower’s SKY RED STADIUM

Certified as an honorary artist by the Japan-Taiwan Art Association My ink-and-ink piece “Prancing Horse: Rai Zen” was highly praised at the Taiwan-Japan Art Exchange Exhibition.I was recognized as an Honorary Artist of the Japan-Taiwan Art Association this season, and received a certificate of commendation.This recognition was published in the 91st issue of Bunten.My work is held in prefectural libraries, embassies, art museums, and libraries throughout Japan, as well as Tokyo. It has also been featured in the Taiwan-Japan Art Association’s catalog. The Taiwan-Japan Art Association is also celebrating its 50th exhibition, and I believe it will be a major… Read more: ▶ 2025-11-29 [Award] Certified as an Honorary Artist of the Japan-Taiwan Art Association

大阪関西万博栃木県ブース A hand-drawn ink painting performance was held at the opening ceremony of the WASSE exhibition booth.The opening ceremony featured a live ink painting performance in front of the prefectural governor, assembly chairman, vice-chairman, representative Tochigi companies, and numerous television and newspaper media representatives. Tochigi Prefecture’s theme is “Mountains, Water, and Village.”Life, traditional culture, food, and history have developed from the blessings of mountains, water, and villages.We must not forget that by caring for the environment, good things can be born from its blessings. This work was created using Nasukarasuyama washi paper and rubbed with the famous waters of Nikko,… Read more: ▶　2025-06-27-29 [Event] Tochigi Prefecture Booth at the Osaka Kansai Expo

Cabinet Office Akasaka Palace Guest House “Tradition and Creativity” Cabinet Office Akasaka Palace Guest House “Tradition and Creation”For just two days, from June 7th to 8th,Arakawa Kaoru’s ink-brush work “Suzaku Ranbu” and his collaborative piece with Wataya Zenbei, “Ryuso,” are on display in the VIP Room, Asahi no Ma.@wataya_zenbei@watayaningyoSuzaku Ranbu and Wataya Zenbei’s 220-year-old tradition of Ryuso shine brightly. Given the location of this special facility, a National Treasure,this project was realized over many years thanks to the tremendous efforts of New York Art, the organizer. All admission is by ticket, and only VIPs and exhibitors are allowed in.The Asahi… Read more: ▶　2025-06-07-08 [Event] Cabinet Office Akasaka Palace Guest House “Tradition and Creativity”

Featured on Fuji TV’s Mezamashi TV “Kirabito” I appeared as artist Arakawa Kaoru on Fuji TV’s Mezamashi TV show “Kirabito,” which aired on May 20th.Thanks to the thoughtfulness and gentle service of the Fuji TV filming directors, we were able to produce a high-quality shoot with great attention to detail.The day flew by, and before I knew it, it was over… but it was a great shoot.So many people watched, and we received an incredible amount of support. Thank you everyone! The shoot took place at Washinkan @washinkan_yaita in Yaita City, Tochigi Prefecture. It was a great location, surrounded by… Read more: ▶　2025-05-20 [Media Feature] Appeared on Mezamashi TV’s “Kirabito”

Symbol of Asian Art Appointed Thai-Japan Ambassador for the Arts at the ASEAN-Japan Center Awards Ceremony at Sierra Pakorn University Thailand-Japan Cultural Exchange Art Exhibition held on April 13thHonorary Award and Exhibition for Artistic ActivitiesExhibited my work “Thirty-six Views of Mount Fuji – Contemporary”The exhibition was held at the Japan-ASEAN CenterThe award ceremony was held at the Royal Park Hotel I had the honor of posing for a photo with former Thai Ambassador to Geneva, Advisor Akao, and Silpakorn University President Thanasart. The exhibition, award ceremony, and reception were also attended by many distinguished artists, each with a distinguished track… Read more: ▶　2025-04-13 [Award] Symbol of Asian Art, ASEAN-Japan Center, International Organization, Sierra Pakorn University Award Ceremony, Appointed Thai-Japan Ambassador for the Arts

Birthday commemorative special solo exhibition SPECIAL EVENT “Hiryu” 2nd The last birthday commemorative special solo exhibition of 2024, SPECIAL EVENT “Hiryu” 2nd time2024/12/14 (Sat) – 12/15 (Sun)If you miss this chance, you will never get another chance to see these highly valuable worksThere will be no next chance to see them.Don’t miss this opportunity to come and visit us. [Location] Kuranomachi Studio7-17 Ginza-dori, Yamato-cho, Tochigi-shi, Tochigi-ken, 328-0037TEL: 0282-24-2269 Contact: Junichi Makino, Owner of Kuranomachi StudioTEL:09032303807 And… the biggest attraction of this solo exhibition is the event “For you, just for you, live ink painting performance ~It is only for you!~”… Read more: ▶　2024-12-14～15　　　[ event ]　　　Birthday commemorative special solo exhibition SPECIAL EVENT “Hiryu” 2nd

The Truth of Roman and Japanese Art Exhibition “Following the launch of the Italian-Japanese Artists Association at the former Maeda residence in March 2024, Dr. Petrioli declared that he would unveil Japanese culture, full of passion and bonds, to Rome. And now… starting on November 8th, for three days, a selection of Japanese art works will be exhibited in an exhibition titled “The Art Exhibition of Rome, the Eternal City”! The exhibition will take place at the Crocetti Museum, a proud art museum in Rome, Italy. It has been decided that the works will be exhibited at the museum named… Read more: ▶　2024-11-08 [Exhibition] The Truth of Roman and Japanese Art Exhibition

20th Anniversary of Mount Koya’s Registration as a World Heritage Site – Koyasan Kongobu-ji Temple [Saxophone Dedication Performance] 20th Anniversary of Mount Koya’s Registration as a World Heritage Site Koyasan Kongobu-ji Temple [Saxophone Donation Performance] Held on Saturday, September 28, 2024 Koyasan Danjo Garan Main Pagoda ・Opening ceremony: 14:00-14:30 Koyasan University ・Special Donation Performance Danjo Garan Main Pagoda Collaborative live performance SAXOPHONE player Nazuki’ @nzk0910 (Saxophone) Guest Kenichi Yoshida from Yoshida brothers Guest Hand Drawing sumi-e artist SHU Arakawa A charity event in a wonderful place, a World Heritage Site We are looking for sponsors Theme is “World Peace” Benefits… Read more: ▶ 2024-09-28 [Event] Guest appearance at Koyasan Saxophone Dedication Performance

Kaminakazato Kindergarten Ink Play Event Corner play“Let’s play in the corner!”“Let’s have fun in the corner!”“Let’s make the best memories!”*Please take home the work you made during the experience as a souvenir Kaminakazato Kindergarten Sumi-e experience – Live sumi-e painting without using a brush [Instructor] Brushless ink painter/New Mongolian Himafuji Gakuen Arts Goodwill Ambassador/Chairman of the Kamyoukai, Arakawa Kamyou[Date]Friday, September 6, 2024[Location]Zuienji Gakuen School Corporation, Kaminakazato Kindergarten1032 Kaminakazato-cho, Isogo-ku, Yokohama, Kanagawa 235-0042TEL: 045-773-5570Website https://kaminakazato-kdg.com/life/