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Rokuro Taniuchi Exhibition
Yokosuka Museum of Art
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Rokuro Taniuchi
Rokuro Taniuchi created approximately 1,300 cover illustrations for "Shukan Shincho" throughout a quarter-century, from the magazine's inaugural issue in 1956 (Showa 31) until his passing in 1981 (Showa 56). Yokosuka Museum of Art rotates his artwork four times a year, introducing visitors to the diverse world of Rokuro Taniuchi's cover illustrations from various perspectives.
This exhibition focuses on the theme of friendship among children depicted in Taniuchi's works. In most of his pieces, children play a central role, with typical portrayals featuring siblings reflecting Taniuchi's family composition. However, many of his works also depict friendships beyond the family circle. These children not only participate in seasonal events in their neighborhoods and schools but also gather daily after school for various activities and spend time together, nurturing their understanding and fostering friendships. Among them, those who share similar interests gradually become best friends. Yet, even these invaluable friendships may eventually lead to parting ways, each person walking their path. The loneliness of parting with friends is also a poignant and distinctive theme in Taniuchi's works.
While it would be wonderful if the friendships of childhood could be maintained into adulthood, in reality, this can be quite challenging. Taniuchi Rokuro's works capture the rich moments spent with friends during childhood, experiences that are unique to that time of life.
This exhibition focuses on the theme of friendship among children depicted in Taniuchi's works. In most of his pieces, children play a central role, with typical portrayals featuring siblings reflecting Taniuchi's family composition. However, many of his works also depict friendships beyond the family circle. These children not only participate in seasonal events in their neighborhoods and schools but also gather daily after school for various activities and spend time together, nurturing their understanding and fostering friendships. Among them, those who share similar interests gradually become best friends. Yet, even these invaluable friendships may eventually lead to parting ways, each person walking their path. The loneliness of parting with friends is also a poignant and distinctive theme in Taniuchi's works.
While it would be wonderful if the friendships of childhood could be maintained into adulthood, in reality, this can be quite challenging. Taniuchi Rokuro's works capture the rich moments spent with friends during childhood, experiences that are unique to that time of life.
Schedule | Jan 6 (Sat) 2024-Mar 31 (Sun) 2024 Opening Hours Information
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| Fee | Adults ¥380; High School and University Students, Seniors 65 & Over ¥280; Junior High School Students and Under free. Free on February 18. | ||||
| Website | https://www.yokosuka-moa.jp/archive/exhibition/2024/20240106-816.html | ||||
| Venue | Yokosuka Museum of Art | ||||
| Location | 4-1 Kamoi, Yokosuka-shi, Kanagawa 239-0813 | ||||
| Access | From Maborikaigan Station on the Keikyu line, take the Keikyu bus and get off at La Vista Kannonzaki Terrace / Yokosuka Bijutsukanmae. The venue is 2 minute walk from there. | ||||
| Phone | 046-822-4000 | ||||
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