Imamura Shiko: A Revolutionary Innovator of Nihonga

Yokohama Museum of Art
Starts 4/25

Artists

Shiko Imamura
The painter Imamura Shiko (1880–1916) was active from the late Meiji era (1868–1912) through the early Taisho era (1912–1926). This is the first large-scale retrospective of his work in more than 40 years, and the first ever to be held at a public art museum. Imamura studied traditional Yamato-e, a Japanese painting style established during the Heian era (794–1185) and practiced continuously since, and at a young age demonstrated exceptional skill in history painting. He later set his sights on innovation in Nihonga (modern Japanese-style painting). Drawing inspiration from 17th-century Rimpa painters, particularly Tawaraya Sotatsu’s free and fluid style, he also incorporated elements from Nanga (a style of Japanese landscape painting established in the mid-18th century and influenced by works from China’s Jiangnan region) and Western Impressionism, developing a distinctive approach to landscape painting. His deliberate and determined brushwork, bold compositions, and vivid colors are exemplified in works such as “Scenes from the Tropics” and “Eight Views of Omi Province” (National Important Cultural Properties). This exhibition follows Imamura’s dynamic creative path over the course of his brief 35 years, presenting approximately 150 works.

Schedule

Apr 25 (Sat) 2026-Jun 28 (Sun) 2026 

Opening Hours Information

Hours
10:00-18:00
Closed
Thursday
Closed during the New Year holidays.
FeeTBD
VenueYokohama Museum of Art
https://yokohama.art.museum/eng/
Location3-4-1, Minatomirai, Nishi-ku, Yokohama-shi, Kanagawa 220-0012
Access3 minute walk from exit 3 at Minatomirai Station on the Minatomirai line, 10 minute walk from Sakuragicho Station on the JR Negishi or Blue line.
Phone045-221-0300

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