Oda Collection Hans J. Wegner Supreme Craftsmanship
Shibuya Hikarie Hall
Until Jan 18
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Hans J. Wegner
Hans J. Wegner (1914–2007) is regarded not only as a central figure in Danish mid-century design, but also as one of the foremost names in 20th-century furniture design overall. His landmark works The Chair (1949) and Y-Chair (1950) are widely recognized and admired. Combining extraordinary skill as a cabinetmaker with profound insight into materials, Wegner produced more than 500 chairs over the course of his career.
This exhibition was organized in cooperation with Higashikawa-cho, Hokkaido, home to the collection of Oda Noritsugu, an internationally esteemed chair researcher and collector of modern furniture with a focus on Scandinavia. It brings together approximately 160 chairs along with other furniture in the largest Wegner retrospective ever held in Japan. What defines the lasting appeal of Wegner, a master of design whose work continues to be cherished today? With exhibition design by internationally renowned architect Tane Tsuyoshi (Atelier Tsuyoshi Tane Architects), the exhibition explores Wegner’s achievements and design philosophy through an extensive selection of works and related materials.
This exhibition was organized in cooperation with Higashikawa-cho, Hokkaido, home to the collection of Oda Noritsugu, an internationally esteemed chair researcher and collector of modern furniture with a focus on Scandinavia. It brings together approximately 160 chairs along with other furniture in the largest Wegner retrospective ever held in Japan. What defines the lasting appeal of Wegner, a master of design whose work continues to be cherished today? With exhibition design by internationally renowned architect Tane Tsuyoshi (Atelier Tsuyoshi Tane Architects), the exhibition explores Wegner’s achievements and design philosophy through an extensive selection of works and related materials.
Schedule Now in session | Dec 2 (Tue) 2025-Jan 18 (Sun) 2026 44 days left Opening Hours Information
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| Fee | Adults ¥2300, University and High School Students ¥1500, Junior High and Elementary School Students ¥700 | ||||
| Website | https://www.bunkamura.co.jp/museum/exhibition/25_wegner/english.html | ||||
| Venue | Shibuya Hikarie Hall https://www.hikarie.jp/ | ||||
| Location | 9F Shibuya Hikarie, 2-21-1 Shibuya, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo 150-0002 | ||||
| Access | Direct walk from exit B5 at Shibuya Station on the Fukutoshin and Hanzomon lines or Tokyu Den-en-toshi line, Direct walk from the 2nd floor passageway of Shibuya Station on the JR or Keio line. | ||||
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