Japan Art Blossoms in a City of Tradition and Refinement

2017-03-08

Exchange of beauty between France and Japan

The Japan-France exchange project Japan Moment (Japan Moment) is holding solo and group exhibitions by artists with rich originality along with Japanese aesthetics in Paris, France.
Here are the main business cooperation galleries for 2016.

＞＞Click here for information on the Japan-France exchange program Japan Moment

Étienne de Causanne Gallery

Traditional and heritage formats, sophisticated galleries, and world-class boutiques.
The Étienne du Causain Gallery is located in Saint-Germain-des-Prés, a cultural center representing Europe and one of the most Parisian places in Paris.
It is a long-established gallery facing the Seine, close to the Louvre Museum, and is a gallery where interaction with people seeking new art encounters, such as artists of various nationalities and genres, world-class art critics, collectors, cultural media, etc.
Thanks to the cooperation of the gallery owner, Etienne de Causin, and various companies related to Japan and France, many people visited the venue, and it was a great success.
There are many academic customers who have purchased the work, and they have shown a very deep interest in traditional Japanese arts and crafts.

A vernissage (reception) where a glamorous exchange between artists and guests unfolds.

World-renowned architect Michael Bjornusterna.

Art historian Eric Monsanjon (left). He is also appearing on the “France Info” cultural program.

Étienne de Causanne Gallery7 minute walk from Saint-Germain-des-Prés station (Saint-Germain-des-Prés) on the Galerie Etienne de Causans25, rue de Seine 75006 Paris metro line 4

Galeries Orchamps

In 2016/12, Gallery Orshan attracted a lot of attention at a photo exhibition by Hollywood actor Norman Reedus. The Marais district, where the gallery is located, is said to be the most elegant city in Paris, and is known as a representative area where wealthy people live.

＞＞Click here for an article on the Norman Reedus Photo Exhibition

Contemporary art museums, galleries, and unique boutiques, such as the Picasso Museum and the Pompidou Center, adorn the city, while vestiges of history, such as medieval ramparts and brick buildings, are scattered everywhere.
It is also famous among Japanese people for the fact that designer Hiroko Koshino held a solo exhibition.
In particular, conceptual art such as fashion and photography was well received, and visitors from UNESCO and embassies were also present.

(From right) Gallery Orchamps art director Anibal Volkov, Ambassador Plenipotentiary to France Masato Kidera, and owner Bernard Pujon.

Treat visitors with a welcome drink. Art discussions are popping up all over the place.

The visitors were fascinated by the work.

Scenery of cafes adorning street corners.

Galeries Orchamps
‍Galerie Hors-Champs13, rue de Thorigny 75003 Paris
8-minute walk from Saint-Paul Station (Saint-Paul) Metro Line 1

Inquiries about solo and group exhibitions

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◎ Address: Japan Promotion Association Japan Moment Management Office
◎ Address: 4th Floor, Ebina Building, 6-18-10 Jingumae, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo 150-0001
◎ Telephone: 03-5766-2450/Fax: 03-5766-2451
◎ Email: info@japanpromotion.org