Gallerie Shukado is pleased to present a solo exhibition by Genpei Sakata. Genpei Sakata creates animals that are humorous and endearing. Their expressive faces and distinctive forms, which bring a smile to the viewer’s face, reflect the artist’s keen eye for observation and playful imagination. Each creature has its own unique character, offering new discoveries the longer you look. We invite you to enjoy the curious charm of these creatures and experience the humorous and imaginative world of Genpei Sakata at the exhibition.

Gallerie Shukado is pleased to present a solo exhibition by Genpei Sakata.

Genpei Sakata creates animals that are humorous and endearing. Their expressive faces and distinctive forms, which bring a smile to the viewer’s face, reflect the artist’s keen eye for observation and playful imagination. Each creature has its own unique character, offering new discoveries the longer you look. We invite you to enjoy the curious charm of these creatures and experience the humorous and imaginative world of Genpei Sakata at the exhibition.

Exhibition Information
ExhibitionGenpei Sakata Solo Exhibition
DatesDecember 11 (Fri) – December 19 (Sat), 2026
VenueGallery SHUKADO
Hours10:00〜18:00
NotesOpen Daily During the Exhibition · Free Admission
Genpei Sakata
Born and currently resides in Kyoto in 1987. Influenced by his father, a ceramic artist, he was exposed to making things from an early age. He began creating creative works when he was a university student, and became a full-fledged artist after graduating from university in March 2011. He expresses funny, sad, and cute animals in wood carvings and paintings.
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