Escape the hustle and bustle of Chinatown and take a leisurely stroll to a gallery.
Infiltrating an artistic space!
YOKOHAMA ART SPOT FILE
Just a short walk from Yokohama Chinatown. A small gallery where wonderful encounters await.
art Truth
This time, I visited "art Truth," a gallery quietly operating in a surprisingly peaceful location, a stark contrast to the bustling Yokohama Chinatown that is usually filled with tourists.
This small gallery, based on the concepts of "works of art you want to display close at hand" and "pictures you can enjoy living with," displays a selection of art pieces, primarily paintings, carefully chosen by owner Nishikai from various genres.
Soft sunlight streams in through the large front window, making the predominantly white gallery an even warmer and more inviting space.
Tables and chairs are provided, making it an attractive place to relax and enjoy conversations with the artists and Mr. Nishikai while admiring beautiful artwork.
When I visited for this interview, "art Truth" was hosting a solo exhibition by artist Kaori Nagayoshi titled "An Apparatus for Dreaming." This was her fourth exhibition at this gallery. The prints and ceramic works created by the artist's hands were displayed as if welcoming visitors.
This is Mr. Nishikai, the gallery owner. He shared his thoughts on "art Truth."
"Our gallery is committed to nurturing and supporting young artists, but what we value most is the desire for this to be a place where not only artists, but also customers, and of course myself, can all learn and grow together through art," says Nishikai. "For example, just as one might quietly immerse themselves in reading a book when feeling down, I would be happy if people could come here and find works that lift their spirits and nourish their souls. We will continue to introduce more and more works that you will want to keep close by and cherish for a long time."
Imagine enjoying delicious food in Chinatown, shopping in Motomachi, and then casually wandering around and discovering art that enriches your everyday life—how wonderful! I encourage you all to visit "art Truth" and seek out some wonderful encounters.
