Contemporary Afro-Japanese shows broaden Tokyo’s art scene
Tokyo is seeing a remarkable confluence of Afro-Japanese artistic expression and thought, with three ongoing shows presenting unique dialogues between Japanese, African American and African aesthetics and culture — highlighting a significant expansion of Japan’s art world. At the Mori Art Museum, Theaster Gates’ “Afro-Mingei” blends African American culture with Japanese folk-art traditions. At the … Read more