Art Week Tokyo compacts the sprawling city into something digestible

Art Week Tokyo (AWT) successfully streamlined Tokyo's extensive art scene into a more accessible format, gathering international attention and integrating local contemporary art with traditional offerings.

Atsuko Ninagawa stated, 'Our goal is to be 50:50 for the art world and the Tokyo public,' emphasizing AWT's commitment to enhance public engagement with contemporary art.

Tim Blum observed an 'expanding diversity in the visitors' at this year's AWT, noting both curators and collectors were present, indicating a growing interest in the event.

With increasing attendance and VIP participation—80% from overseas—Art Week Tokyo underscores the city's evolving role in the global art market, balancing traditional and contemporary influences.

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