Take a stroll away from the hustle and bustle of Chinatown and drop into a gallery
Enter an artistic space!
YOKOHAMA ART SPOT FILE
A small gallery where wonderful encounters await, just a short distance from Yokohama Chinatown
Art Truth
This time, we visited "art Truth," a gallery that has quietly opened in a very quiet location, which is hard to believe is in a corner of Yokohama Chinatown, which is bustling with tourists.
This small gallery, based on the concept of "works you'll want to display close to you" and "paintings you can enjoy living with," is lined with art pieces carefully selected by the owner, Nishiumi, from a variety of genres, with a focus on paintings.
Soft sunlight pours in through the large window at the front, making the white-based gallery a warmer, more comfortable space.
There are also tables and chairs available, allowing you to relax and enjoy conversation with the artists and Nishiumi while admiring the beautiful artworks.
When I visited "art Truth" for this interview, the solo exhibition "Device for Dreaming" by artist Kaori Nagayoshi was being held. This was her fourth exhibition at this gallery. Prints and ceramics created by the artist's hands were lined up as if to welcome visitors.
This is gallery owner Nishiumi-san. He talked about his thoughts on "art Truth."
"Our gallery is committed to supporting and nurturing young artists, but what we value most is that it is a place where not only artists, but also our customers, and of course myself, can learn and grow together through art," says Nishiumi. And, "Just like when you're feeling down and you quietly read a book, I would be happy if you could come here and find a work that will cheer you up and nourish your soul. We will continue to introduce such works that you will want to keep close by and treasure forever."
It would be wonderful to eat delicious food in Chinatown, go shopping in Motomachi, and then wander in and encounter art that will enrich your daily life. Please come and visit "art Truth" in search of a wonderful encounter.
