"Different Art Gallery Yodoyabashi" presents the third solo exhibition by selected artist Yukiko Fujino, "World of Thought," starting April 29.
- Apr 17
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An art wall in conjunction with the "Different Kyomachibori Art Fair," held annually in Osaka’s Nishi Ward creative district. Works by up-and-coming creators will adorn the top floor of the landmark tower "Yodoyabashi Station One."
As the 3rd selected artist, Yukiko Fujino—who won the Yoshihiro Taniguchi Jury Prize at last year’s “Different Kyomachibori Art Fair”—will present her solo exhibition “World of Thought.” (On view through Wednesday, July 22)
Opening Reception: Wednesday, April 29, 7:00 PM–11:00 PM. “Water Jazz” event.
All exhibited works are available for purchase online.
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different ART GALLERY YODOYABASHI
Venue: Yodoyabashi Station One, 30th Floor (3-6-22 Kitahama, Chuo-ku, Osaka City, Osaka Prefecture)
Hours: 10:00 AM – 11:00 PM | Free Admission
Organized and Produced by: Different Kyomachibori Art Fair Executive Committee / Chignitta Co., Ltd. / ZIZO Co., Ltd.
What I always draw is “women.”
Manga, coloring books, dress-up dolls—the world ingrained in me
from childhood and the “joy of drawing girls”
remain at the core of my work to this day.
I do not predetermine the meaning or message of my work
. I simply hope that those who stand before my paintings will sense
something unique to themselves.
The large heads with ambiguous outlines did not arise
from any specific intention; rather, they are forms that emerged as I continued to draw.
I feel that they represent my “endlessly flowing thoughts.”
I myself yearn for “freedom within my mind” and continue to explore it.
Yukiko Fujino
Born in Osaka. Studied at Setsu Mode Seminar in Tokyo and worked as an illustrator. Afterward, he took a break from creating art for a while.
He resumed painting during the lockdowns of the COVID-19 pandemic. It was then that he discovered canvas and acrylic paints, which brought about a significant shift in his artistic expression.
Gaining a sensibility entirely different from his previous work in watercolor, line art, and digital media, he became deeply immersed in his practice, eventually developing his current style.
In 2024, she signed with Big Eyes Art Gallery in Bologna, Italy, and held solo and group exhibitions. In 2025, she received the Yoshihiro Taniguchi Jury Award at the Different Kyomachibori Art Fair.
Exhibitions & AwardsSolo Exhibitions
May 2022: “Drawing Girls” at Morikan Gallery (Ikoma, Nara)September 2024: “MY SENSE OF WONDER” at Big Eyes Art Gallery (Bologna, Italy)Group ExhibitionsNovember 2024 “TOKYONESE” Big Eyes Art Gallery (Bologna, Italy)June 2025 “SPRING IS A PINK DOT” Big Eyes Art Gallery (Bologna, Italy)July 2025 “Drill Exhibition” Ginza Art Hall (Tokyo)
Awards
2025 Different Kyomachibori Art Fair: Yoshihiro Taniguchi Jury Award
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