[JAPAN WALLS 2024] Will be held again this fall! Artists who play a role in the world’s art culture scene gather in “Shirahama Town, Wakayama Prefecture”
*AIDAMA Co., Ltd.*
Press release: September 19, 2024
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[JAPAN WALLS 2024] Will be held again this fall! Artists who play a role in the world’s art culture scene gather in “Shirahama Town, Wakayama Prefecture”
*Mural production, art exhibition sales, workshops, closing events, etc. will be held simultaneously for 6 days from October 21st (Monday) to October 26th (Saturday), 2024*
AIDAMA Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Nishi-ku, Osaka City, Osaka
Prefecture) has been awarded the [JAPAN WALLS 2024 in
We will provide production support for SHIRAHAMA (sponsored by Shirahama Onsen Ryokan Cooperative Association, co-sponsored by JAPAN WALLS).
– * JAPAN WALLS 2024 in SHIRAHAMA Overview *
“JAPAN
WALLS” (formerly POW!WOW!JAPAN) is a global street art project originating from Hawaii.The event, which will be held for the 8th time in Japan, will take place at its home base of Waikiki Beach and its sister beach, Shirarahama. The beautiful resort in Shirahama Town, Wakayama Prefecture has been selected. This is the fourth consecutive time the event has been held here.
Artists active in Japan and abroad will gather in Shirahama Town to create a six-day experience that connects people, the town, and the world through art. Since 2021, a total of 25 artists from around the world (2021: 5 groups, 2022: 9 groups, 2023: 11 groups) have been creating murals. This year, we will introduce PUNKY, an artist based on Oahu, Hawaii.
10 globally active artists including ALOHA (7 mural artists/3 art room artists) gathered together. We aim to create a new place for local and cultural exchange for people living in Shirahama and those visiting Shirahama through content that allows people to experience diverse cultures such as art, music, and dance, in addition to creating murals. Masu.
This year, we have received the support of government agencies, local organizations, and companies, so that you can enjoy many mural works as a new tourism resource for Shirahama Town.
In addition, 2025 will mark the 25th anniversary of the sister beach partnership with Waikiki Beach, so we aim to continue holding the event next year to commemorate this.
KEVIN LYONS (produced in 2023)
Production in progress
– *Mural production*
Seven murals were created by seven artists at various locations in the center of Shirahama town.
“Town walls” will be reborn as “art”.
You can also see murals created by past artists at various locations around town.
・Venue: Various locations in Shirahama town center / Shirahama town, Nishimuro district, Wakayama prefecture
Top left: LUISE ONO Bottom left: KENSUKE TAKAHASHI Top right: MAEDA MAMEKO Bottom right: CLOAK (produced in 2023)
– *Art room production*
SHIRAHAMA KEY TERRACE SEAMORE
At RESIDENCE, three artists will paint art in the guest rooms and common spaces. Also, this time we will be holding an art room tour! You will be able to take a quick look at the art room, which is usually closed to the public and only available to hotel guests. JAPAN WALLS Director Emily Okamoto will guide you.
*Art room tour overview*
・Date and time: October 26th (Sat) 10:00-10:30
・Meeting time and location: October 26th 10:00 in front of SHIRAHAMA KEY TERRACE main building front desk
*After gathering, we will head to the separate RESIDENCE building together. Please note that if you are late for the meeting time, you will not be able to participate.
– *SQUARE SPACES VOL.5- (Art exhibition and sales event)*
A joint art exhibition by 100 artists. This is a gallery where all artists can draw on their favorite themes and enjoy a variety of works all at once. All works are available for purchase, so find your favorite one.
・Date and time: October 21st (Monday) – October 27th (Sunday) ・Venue: SHIRAHAMA KEY TERRACE HOTEL SEAMORE / 1821 Shirahama-cho, Nishimuro-gun, Wakayama Prefecture
– *SQUARE SPACES VIRTUAL GALLERY*
SQUARE
In addition to viewing SPACES, we will also open a virtual gallery at the same time. You can view the virtual gallery and purchase from your device anytime, anywhere.
・Date and time: October 21st (Monday) to December 31st (Tuesday) Even after JAPAN WALLS is held, you will be able to view 100 works by artists from Japan and abroad until the end of the year.
Details will be announced on Instagram –
https://www.instagram.com/square_spaces_
– * TUFTING WORKSHOP *
This is a workshop that everyone can enjoy. Participants will experience tufting and complete it little by little. We aim to create a one-of-a-kind rug made by everyone.
・Artist in charge: RISA
・Capacity: 2 people each time
・Venue: In front of SHIRAHAMA KEY TERRACE HOTEL SEAMORE KONBAR/1821 Shirahama-cho, Nishimura-gun, Wakayama Prefecture
・Date and time: October 23rd (Wednesday) 11:00-18:00
October 24th (Thursday) 9:00-16:30
・Reservation form: https://00m.in/wTJgJ
・Participation completed: Free
– * Closing event -ENDLESS SUMMER JAM JAPAN×JAPAN WALLS- * In cooperation with Hawaii’s “Endless Summer Jam”,
A breaking (dance) battle will be held for the right to compete in the home base of Hawaii. Top rankers from all over the country will be guest participants, as well as the winners of the qualifying rounds and the winners of the Kids Battle. This time, I will introduce a person who has the experience of becoming a world champion.
Hljack, who has been a hero in Hawaii for many years, will come to Japan as a judge! Also, SAUCE81 with
There will also be live performances and DJs by artists who are attracting attention in the music scene, including KASHIFwp. Kids DJs are also invited as guests, and it is also a highlight that a wide range of age groups gather. We also have food that gives you a Hawaiian feel, so please look forward to it!
・Venue: SHIRAHAMA KEY TERRACE HOTEL SEAMORE / 1821 Shirahama-cho, Nishimuro-gun, Wakayama Prefecture
・Date and time: October 26th (Sat) 12:00-18:00
・LIVE&DJ guest: SAUCE81 with KASHIF/MAINAMIND/
EYERON/Keiki DJ MINATO(Hawaii)/Keiki DJ CHICKEN JERKY(Hawaii)/seno/UTO Mr. Hljack
Left: Mr. SAUCE81 Right: Mr. KASHIF
The event venue will be the terrace overlooking the infinity pool of SHIRAHAMA KEY TERRACE HOTEL SEAMORE.
For the latest information, please visit the official Instagram < https://www.instagram.com/japanwalls
*・Artist*
* 7 artists participating in the mural*
PUNKYALOHA (HAWAII)/ CAB (OSAKA)/YEKA HASKI (POLAND&TOKYO)/ NIRO (KOBE)/ MASAYA NAKAYMA (NY)/ MARIYA MIYAKOSHI (OSAKA) / ELLA WONG (HAWAII)
*Art room participating artists: 3 groups*
AICON (TOKYO)COOK (OSAKA)/ MAEDA MAMEKO (TOKYO)
*100 artists participating in the gallery*
PUNKYALOHA/ CAB/ YEKA HASKI/ NIRO/ MAEDA MAEKO/ SHISHUMANIA/ MARIAYA MIYAKOSHI/ GRAVITY FREE/HAMADAKARA/ KAC/ ERI2WIN/ KENSUKE TAKAHASHI/ etc… ・What is WORLDWIDE WALLS?
WORLDWIDE
WALLS is a contemporary art event held in the KAKAʻAKO district (warehouse district) of Oahu, started in 2011 by Hawaii-based founders Jasper Wong and Kamea Hadar. We aim to revitalize the art scene and local economy by mainly supporting artists (cultivating free walls and supporting businesses) and shaping the town through completed art. We also provide communication through art to young artists who will lead the next generation and children who are interested in art and other artistic activities. Established to let people know the joy of creating and to convey the wonders of artist activities.
I also operate an artist atelier space called Lana Lane Studio, which is a converted warehouse. Impressed by these activities, POW! WOW!
In 2015, we held Japan’s first mural festival at Tennozu Isle in Tokyo. Since then, events have been held across Japan, and the venue for the eighth time in Japan has been decided to be Shirahama Town, Wakayama Prefecture. We plan to continue expanding the range of our activities.
・Detailed information
・Period: October 21st (Monday) to October 26th (Saturday), 2024 ・Admission fee: Free
・Sponsor: JAPAN WALLS Executive Committee (Sponsor: Shirahama Onsen Ryokan Cooperative Association Co-sponsor: JAPAN WALLS)
Sponsored by: Shirahama Town, Shirahama Town Chamber of Commerce and Industry, Nanki Shirahama Tourism Association
・Sponsor:
・Contact information:
JAPAN WALLS Executive Committee 080-4564-8844
Contact us emily@japanwalls.com
・Official SNS account:
JAPAN WALLS < https://www.instagram.com/japanwalls/ >
・Other related accounts:
Square Spaces < https://instagram.com/square_spaces_?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y= > SUNSHINE JAM<
https://www.instagram.com/sunshinejam_osaka?igsh=MWVvejV1bWZ4bzFmcQ== >