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Treasure Hunt – Metaverse Global Guide

With so many digital artists and enterprises active today, it can be a challenge for newcomers and enthusiasts alike to filter out the noise and find noteworthy projects. Thankfully, our guests are up to the challenge: In this section, you’ll find the artists, artworks, galleries, exhibitions, and more that are inspiring their passions and work.

Christiane Paul on Digital Art at The Museum

Christiane Paul, Curator of Digital Art at the Whitney Museum of American Art, answers the question: “What challenges are art institutions currently facing in evaluating, collecting and displaying the current state of digital art forms such as AI, crypto art, and generative art?”

Josh Baer with John Crain

The Baer Faxt Founder and CEO Josh Baer sits down with SuperRare Founder and CEO John Crain for a freewheeling intergenerational conversation about the past, present, and future of NFTs.

The Baer Faxt with Erick Calderon

Erick Calderon, Founder and CEO of Art Blocks, dives deep into his personal history with digital & generative art—the highs and the lows—and how new technology can inspire artists and collectors to follow their passions.

The Baer Faxt with Dave Krugman

Photographer, Artist, and ALLSHIPS Founder Dave Krugman shares how tastemakers and gallerists can navigate the digital art market’s ever-shifting tides to create a more equitable art world of the future.

Treasure Hunt: See the Art

From the historic streets of Taito City, through the bustling centers of Midtown Tokyo & Shinjuku, all the way down to the business district of Shinigawa City, Tokyo’s gallery and museum scene stretches far and wide throughout its every corner. Read on for our digital art-walk through Tokyo, courtesy of our expert guests. The Galleries ANOMALY 〒140-0002 Tokyo, Shinagawa City, Higashishinagawa, 1 Chome−33−10 TERRADA Art Complex1 4Fwww.anomalytokyo.com Gallery Koyanagi 〒104-0061 Tokyo, Chuo City, Ginza, 1 Chome−１−7-5 銀座小柳ビル 9Fwww.gallerykoyanagi.com Misako & Rosen Kita-Otsuka, 3-27-6, Toshima-ku, Tokyo, 170-0004, Japanhttps://misakoandrosen.jp/en/ “In Tokyo, I recommend Misako & Rosen and their programs. They are the coolest gallery and their exhibitions are always worth viewing.”— Ichiro Fukano Nukaga Gallery 3F 2-3-2 Ginza, Chuo-ku, Tokyo, 104-0061, Japanhttps://www.nukaga.co.jp Ota Fine Arts Piramide Bldg. 3F, 6-6-9 Roppongi Minatoku, Tokyo 106-0032, Japanwww.otafinearts.com SCAI The Bathhouse Kashiwayu-Ato, 6-1-23 Yanaka, Taito-ku, Tokyo 110-0001 Japanhttps://www.scaithebathhouse.com/en/ ShugoArts complex665 2F, 6-5-24, Roppongi Minato-ku Tokyo, 106-0032www.shugoarts.com Taka Ishii Gallery complex665 3F, 6-5-24 Roppongi, Minato-ku, Tokyo #106-0032https://www.takaishiigallery.com/en/ Taro Nasu Gallery Piramide Bldg, 6 Chome-6-9 Roppongi, Minato City, Tokyo 106-0032, Japanwww.taronasugallery.com Tenko Presents Rotating locationshttps://tenkopresents.com “Tenko Presents is one of the coolest projects in Tokyo, where Tenko Nakajima nomadically curates shows in Tokyo, Berlin, NY and various other locations without having her own space.They are not limited to long-term shows, but also include one-night shows in karaoke boxes and the use of lift halls in public housing, as well as cultural exchanges between interesting artists from all over the world, including Japan.”— Yuu Takamizawa Tomio Koyama Gallery Roppongi: complex665 2F, 6-5-24, Roppongi, Minato-ku, Tokyo, 106-0032 JapanTennoz: Terrada Art Complex I 4F, 1-33-10, Higashishinagawa, Shinagawa-ku, Tokyo, 140-0002 Japanwww.tomiokoyamagallery.com/en/ In addition to these locally renowned spots, anyone paying attention to the art scene in Tokyo knows some big players have landed in Japan’s shores and found unique success for themselves while there—including our partner, Pace Gallery, whose inaugural Tokyo exhibition will coincide with the launch of this City Guide. BLUM 5F, 1 Chome-14-34 Jingumae, Shibuya City, Tokyo 150-0001, Japanwww.blum-gallery.com Pace Gallery Azabudai Hills Garden Plaza A, Azabudai, Minato City, Tokyo 106-0041, Japanwww.pacegallery.com Perrotin ピラミデビル1F, 6 Chome-6-9 Roppongi, Minato City, Tokyo 106-0032, Japanwww.perrotin.com The Museums Enoura Observatory 362-1 Enoura, Odawara, Kanagawa 250-0025, Japanwww.odawara-af.com/en/enoura/ “Hiroshi Sugimoto’s foundation, and one of my favorite sites in Tokyo.”—Kyoko Hattori Japanese Folk Crafts Museum (Nihonmingeikan) 4-3-33 Komaba, Meguro-ku, Tokyo, Japanhttps://mingeikan.or.jp/?lang=en “A craft museum in the center of Tokyo.”—Kyoko Hattori Mori Museum 6-10-1 Roppongi Hills Mori Tower 53F, Roppongi, Minato 106-6150 Tokyo Prefecturewww.mori.art.museum/en/ “Their special exhibitions are thoughtful every time, and their basic concept of placing a museum in the center of real estate development, which seems to work very well, is very insightful.”—Kankuro Ueshima The Exhibitions Ei Arakawa-Nash: Paintings Are Popstars October 30 (Wed), 2024 – December 16 (Mon), 2024National Art Center, Tokyowww.nact.jp/english/exhibition_special/2024/eiarakawanash/index.html JAM SESSION: THE ISHIBASHI FOUNDATION COLLECTION X MOHRI YUKO—ON PHYSIS 2 November (Sat), 2024 – 9 February (Sun), 2025Artizon Museum, Tokyowww.artizon.museum/en/exhibition/detail/581 “If you’re here for Tokyo Art Week in November, I recommend these exhibitions.”—Ichiro Fukano

Treasure Hunt: See the Locals

While it’s true that Tokyo’s museum and gallery scene is worth the visit alone, there’s no greater way to experience Tokyo’s art scene than mingling with local artists. Of course, with such a rapidly changing scene, that’s easier said than done. We’ve asked our expert guests to share the bars, restaurants, venues and more where the artists and thinkers defining Japan’s market are swapping stories and making connections. Tohmei Diner / Lavender Opener Chair 5-2-18 Nishiogu, Arakawa-ku, Tokyo Japanwww.lavenderopenerchair.com “Both a restaurant (Tohmei Diner) and contemporary art exhibition space (Lavender Opener Chair) this space located in Arakawa-ku offers plenty of surprises. The cuisine, influenced by the owner’s hometown of Yamagata, pairs perfectly with the distinct selection of Japanese sake—and the exhibitions never fail to impress. Having become a favorite spot for younger Japanese artists and curators, it’s also a great place to meet local creators.”—Jeffrey Rosen Aloha Whisky Izumi Building 3F-B, 3-29-11, Nishi-Ikebukuro,Toshima-ku,Tokyo 171-0021, Japanalohawhisky.jp “Japan has become world renowned for its locally produced whiskey and there is no better place for an expert or beginner to get their fill than Aloha Whisky on the west side of the Ikebukuro neighborhood. Bar owner, Davis Tsujimoto is equal parts affable and knowledgeable; not at all snobbish, the bar can accommodate alcohol free guests as well. “—Jeffrey Rosen Hashimoto 2-5-7 suido, bunkyo-ku, Tokyo 112-0005www.unagi-hashimoto.jp/english.html “Tucked away in a traditional Japanese building, located near Edogawbashi Station, this Unagi (grilled eel) restaurant has been in operation since 1835. For a truly classic Kanto-style meal, this Michelin-recognized restaurant is perfect in terms of ambience and the quality of food. As a side dish, be sure to try the eel omelet.”—Jeffrey Rosen The Brown 〒150-0022 Tokyo, Shibuya City, Ebisuminami, 2 Chome−25−3, Ebisu Hana Bldg., 地下1階, Japanwww.browntokyo.com/ “Every artist I bring becomes addicted.”—Kyoko Hattori Issei Yuasa 1F Art Square Nishiazabu, 1-4-22 Nishiazabu, Minato-ku, Tokyohttps://www.instagram.com/issei_yuasa_/?hl=en “You can enjoy the contemporary art collection of the owner while having a delicious dinner.“—Takayuki Ishii “The best way to see Tokyo’s future generation is to listen to music at a live music venue. There are also a few art schools in Tokyo—I recommend sneaking into the cafeteria at lunchtime to make friends with the students. If you get any warnings, just say you are preparing to study abroad. Try not to get caught!”—Hidenori Ota