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Shibuya & Kyoto art cultures unite in “Asachill presents SHIBUYAGION- Group Exhibition”
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Kyoto pop icon Asachill
Some of our long-term grape Japan readers may recall model, singer, artist, Harajuku fashion leader and Kyoto pop icon Asachill. We first met her in 2017 when she led us on a tour of her native Pontocho, the charming traditional Kyoto neighborhood and its main cobblestone street studded with restaurants, taverns, and pubs which sparkle like gems in the night.
We interviewed her shortly afterward to learn about her upbringing in Kyoto, her development as a singer and the range of activities she was already involved in.
After she moved to Tokyo, she blossomed as a Harajuku fashion leader, a position symbolized by her influence as one of icon girls of the now-defunct KAWAII MONSTER CAFE. She has also branched out, creating ChillArt, her own brand of illustration and mixed-media works, she released her photo album POPN MONSTER SINGER "ASACHILL" last year, and will have a role in the upcoming MAD CATS the Movie.
Her latest project is one which is very dear to her, as it brings together artists from the Kyoto and Shibuya art scene together in a special exhibition.
Asachill presents SHIBUYAGION - Group Exhibition
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SHIBUYAGION will be held from March 27th to April 4, at y gion, a "creative building" in Kyoto's historic Gion neighborhood. Showcasing a mixture of Shibuya-based and Kyoto-based artists, the exhibition will let you experience the art culture of the two cities, Tokyo and Kyoto.
Featured Artists
Asachill
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Links: Twitter (Global), Twitter, TikTok, YouTube, Asachill IG, Chill Art IG
Mako Watanabe 渡辺真子 a.k.a. Mako Principal
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Links: Website, Twitter, IG
PAC CAT
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Links: Twitter, IG
Jaako Motoie (ヤーコ・モトイエ)
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Links: Instagram
まち針 machi bari
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Links: Instagram
SHIBUYAGION Opening Reception and Party
You can enjoy a mini live performance by Asachill and Makopuri, with DJs yanyan and grow spinning, while sipping on drinks served by bartender KAB from Brooklyn Night Bazaar, Kyoto's most popular spot right now. There will also be a nail booth by 56nail.
SHIBUYAGION Closing Party
At the closing party, you'll enjoy music by DJs MAMEZUKA, ZEN and Crux a.k.a. Muuta, an acoustic performance by iqu, and food provided by タンポポ Tampopo, a famous ramen shop with a 70-year history in Kyoto.