Author: Agathe

Get ready to be dazzled! Join me as I explore the incredible Art Fair Tokyo 2024. In this video, we’ll dive into the fair’s vibrant atmosphere, showcasing some of the most captivating artworks and installations. For daily tips on where to see art in Japan https://www.instagram.com/agatheferrand_art/ — Hi if you don’t know me I am Agatha…

For the FAJ organization – Facilitating Women’s Ambition in Japan, I looked back on my journey as an entrepreneur in the world of contemporary art, culture and tourism. I was able to talk about my studies in art history, my career in Paris as well as my independent launch and finally my professional adventure in…

Artist Yuma Nishimura invited me to have a conversation about the art world between France and Japan within the programming of his solo show Bilateral Reminiscence at the 229 Gallery in Tokyo. The event took place on November 18th, 2023, joined by the audience in an informal setting we were able to touch on the…

Hop on the bus and follow me for a discovery of galleries in Tokyo! For the Art Week Tokyo I bring you to check out a selection of exhibitions and experience a fun event happening every year in the city. Together we will see the following: Candida Höfer at Kotaro Nukaga Gallery Miwa Ogasawara at…

I wrote a piece about the struggles of young artists when starting their career in Japan. If you speak French you can find the article and more in their special edition about Japan for their latest print of L’Hebdo. Photo credit: installation view of Yuma Nishimura, Touched (Skin) series in 2023 at the Horikawa Oike…

Embark on a captivating journey through the contemporary art scene in Kyoto, Japan, with our Kyotographie adventure. Join us in this exciting travel vlog as we explore the renowned international photography festival and delve into the incredible works of artists such as Yuriko Takagi, Coco Capitán, Dennis Morris, and Tsuyoshi Tane. Get ready to be…

Craft has long been seen as a lower art form, Aiko Tezuka is challenging this norm, using textile as a material to recreate “paintings”. In this interview, we discuss how Aiko is redefining time with her process and breaking the categories in art and design to create something truly innovative. Join us on this journey…

Welcome to Agatha’s Journey, the cultural travel channel that takes you on a journey of discovery through the vibrant contemporary art scene in Japan. In this vlog, I’m excited to take you to Kyotographie, an international photography festival, where you’ll discover some of the most exciting and innovative works by both leading and up-and-coming contemporary…