During Art Week Tokyo, one exhibition is rediscovering the art of Japan's 'lost decades'

"Ryutaro Takahashi has spent the past three decades building one of the most impressive collections of contemporary Japanese art, showcasing works that engage deeply with socio-political conditions."

"MOT represents one of almost 300 museums that opened across Japan in the 1990s, many of which were planned during the bubble economy but launched during a time of austerity and budget cuts."

"The Takahashi collection maps broader trends in Japanese art, reflecting the impact of the 'bubble economy' and the subsequent two 'lost decades' on artists and their expressions."

"With 234 works displayed, Takahashi's exhibition offers a personal view of how contemporary Japanese art has evolved against a backdrop of historical and economic changes."

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