Matsushiro Contemporary Art Festival

Matsushiro Contemporary Art Festival

Matsushiro Contemporary Art Festival

The "Matsushiro Contemporary Art Festival" began in 2002, triggered by the World Cup co-hosted by Japan and Korea. It started as a "Contemporary Art Workshop" special course at Shinshu University, exploring the history and memory of a specific place from an artistic perspective — a site-specific endeavor.

History

This event invited artists from Japan and Korea, with active audience participation. Though intended as a one-time event, it continued the following year at the request of Korean artists.

In 2004, in collaboration with École de Matsushiro Club, it became the "Matsushiro Contemporary Art Festival," expanding venues and growing as a cross-disciplinary event. Since 2018, it has been held jointly with other festivals, further broadening its scope.

Now in its 18th edition, it includes Chinese and Korean artists as a tri-national exhibition. The Shinshu International Art District Association was established to support the festival.

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Festival Features

• International exchange: Japanese, Chinese, and Korean artists gather and exchange cultures through their works.
• Site-specific: Works rooted in the history and culture of Matsushiro.
• Participatory: Audiences can participate in workshops and experience art.
• Diverse expressions: Various art forms such as painting, sculpture, installation, and performance are presented.

Overview

Name	Matsushiro Contemporary Art Festival
Editions	18th (2023)
Period	Every summer (July-August)
Venue	Matsushiro, Nagano City (around Matsushiro Castle Park)
Participating Countries	Japan, China, Korea
Organizer	Shinshu International Art District