A citywide contemporary art exhibition unfolds across Yanagawa, with works by 33 artist groups from across Japan shown at seven locations, including the Kitahara Hakushu Birthplace and Memorial Hall, the former Watanuki Residence, shopping streets, and Ashiyu Park. Visitors can encounter art while walking through Yanagawa’s historic streets and everyday scenery.
Produced by Fukushima-based contemporary artist Shigenobu Yoshida, the exhibition began in 2023. This edition also features works by students from high school art clubs in the Chikugo area, created through exchanges with participating artists.
During the exhibition period, related events include a procession performance through the shopping street, live performances at the former Watanuki Residence, and mizuhiki cord-making workshops. It is an art event to enjoy alongside Yanagawa’s canal boat rides and town walks.
• May 30, 2026 (Sat) ~ Jul. 4, 2026 (Sat)
• Hours: Varies by venue; until 16:00 on the final day
• Admission: Varies by venue
• Venue: Various locations in Yanagawa City, Fukuoka
• Map: Venue Map
https://www.city.yanagawa.fukuoka.jp/rekishibunka/bunkajigyo/watanukike/12696.html
Venue 1
Hakushu Kitahara Memorial Hall
• Hours: 9:00~17:00; last entry 16:30; open daily during the exhibition
• Admission: ¥1,000; high school and university students ¥600; elementary and junior high school students ¥400
Venue 2
Former Residence of the Toshima Family
• Hours: 9:00~17:00 (last admission 16:30) *Closed on Tue
• Admission: ¥100
Venue 3
Karatachi Bunjin Footbath Park
• Hours: Open at all times
• Admission: Free
Venue 4
Yanagawa Shimin Bunka Kaikan Suito Yanagawa
• Hours: 9:00~22:00; last entry 16:30; closed Mon, or the following Tue if Mon is a national holiday
• Admission: Free
Venue 5
Yanagawa Shimin Bunka Kaikan Suito Yanagawa
• Hours: 8:30~22:00
• Admission: Free
Venue 6
Yanagawa Shopping Street / New Akashiya
• Hours: 11:00~16:00 *Irregular holidays
• Admission: Free
Venue 7
Former Watanuki Residence
• Hours: 10:00~17:00 *Open Fri, Sat, Sun only
• Admission: Free