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"The moment you connect with art, you connect with the world."

New talents will take flight from here, transcending age and genre.

Here you can experience something beyond the ordinary and have the chance to discover a new you.

"TOWASU" is a group that supports artists.

We aim to be a stepping stone for new artists and produce future artists who will take flight from Japan to the world!

The memorable first theme is "JAPAN"

We will be holding an exhibition, contest, and live performance event with 25 artists selected from approximately 130 applicants!

"Art is freedom"

Despite this, the reality is that there are many gender disparities among artists who make it into the world, challenges in the Japanese art market, and various constraints.

I wanted to remove these restrictions and support the emergence of new talent, so I started my activities with small solo exhibitions. As I continued my activities, I met many artists and listened to many of their concerns.

This is how TOWASU, a group that truly supports artists, was born.

Our director, Matsunae, will be sharing his thoughts and overview of TOWASU ART MUSEUM in a video.

For more details, please see the YouTube video below.

[Features of TOWASU ART MUSEUM Group Exhibitions]

①Art exhibition and contest held simultaneously!

② Hosting events with guests representing the world

3. You can not only purchase art but also rent it through subscriptions

[Value that can only be found at this exhibition]

・You can witness the moment when a new artist who will make his mark on the world is born.

・You will experience something out of the ordinary and encounter unknown emotions and feelings.

・Seeing artists take on challenges inspires me.

You can discover your own creative potential.

【Summary】

＊TOWASU ART MUSEUM 2024
Exhibition theme: "JAPAN - Unite, Harmonize and Progress"

[Date]
September 14th (Sat) - 16th (Monday/holiday), 2024
OPEN 10:00　CLOSE 19:00

[Location] SACS Shibuya
Sakuragaoka Front Building 1F, 16-12 Sakuragaokacho, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo
https://shibuyasacs.com/?id=#access

[Admission fee] 500 yen
*1 A portion of the proceeds will be donated to organizations supporting disaster-stricken areas in Japan.

[Donation recipient] Noto Peninsula Support Team

Please see Instagram for details on the recipients.

https://www.instagram.com/noto_team/?igsh=NGtlY2luOW9mNDVx
*2 Those who support us through crowdfunding will receive a reward in the form of a free pass that will allow them to participate for three days free of charge.

It's free for those who qualify.

[Click here for crowdfunding details page]
https://camp-fire.jp/projects/749110/view?utm_campaign=cp_po_share_c_msg_mypage_projects_show

[Exhibiting Artists]

We took into account factors such as age, genre, and background, and selected 25 talented artists from over 130 applicants.

For more information, please visit their official website or Instagram.

[Official website]
https://www.towasu.com/

【instagram】
https://www.instagram.com/towasu.art/

[Events held during the exhibition period]
・Saturday, September 14th 13:30-14:30 Opening Ceremony (Greetings from the Director/Introduction of Artists)
・9/15 (Sun) 14:00-15:30 Special LIVE Performance "AYER with DAIKI-Seco.SunChez feat. Kanda Saori"

【Overview】
In the special live performance, AYER and DAIKI-Seco.SunChez will be performing.
World-renowned artist Saori Kanda will be performing a live painting performance, completing a work on the spot.
AYER and DJ SOUL-T, a musician who uses electronic instruments such as synthesizers,
A duo consisting of MC Mystie, a Japanese rapper who is of Saniwa descent and speaks three languages plus Reion.
Currently, they are engaged in a wide range of activities, including performing at club events, performing at shrines, and producing music for corporate music videos.
In addition, to the rhythm of international artist and traveller DAIKI-Seco.SunChez,
Saori Kanda pours her whole heart and soul into expressing "ritual art" connected to Japanese Shintoism on canvas.

Please come and see this spectacular performance that can only be seen on the day!

・Monday, September 16th (National Holiday) 11:00-11:30 Talk show by Taichi, a Cannes award-winning film director who is also a contest judge

"About foreign countries and the art/film industry"
Director Taichi currently works as CEO of a VFX studio and an international film production company.
To date, he has participated in over 60 feature films and over 500 terrestrial TV commercials.
While producing Hollywood movies, the company also actively collaborates with the animation industry.
He announced the project "MANGA", which won an award at the Cannes Film Festival.

Taichi, a Hollywood director, will be talking about the film and art industries, as well as his activities overseas.
This is a rare opportunity you can only get here!

Please come and hear directly from movie fans, creators, business people, and others about a world that you normally wouldn't have the opportunity to encounter!

<Contest>

Date: 2024/9/16 (Mon) 13:00~

We will welcome judges from a variety of genres who are active in Japan and around the world.
In order to use this opportunity to further develop the talents and opportunities of artists, we will provide not only prize money, but also
In order to continue supporting artists' activities, we will also grant them the right to hold solo exhibitions.

Winner: 300,000 yen + right to hold a solo exhibition (3 weeks)
Runner-up: 50,000 yen + right to hold a solo exhibition (for 2 weeks)
Jury Special Award: 50,000 yen

[Crowdfunding challenge underway!]

We are currently attempting crowdfunding to cover exhibition costs, continue our activities, and produce artists from TOWASU who will be active on the world stage!
We have prepared many rewards, so please support us!
https://camp-fire.jp/projects/749110/view?utm_campaign=cp_po_share_c_msg_mypage_projects_show

[About TOWASU, the artist support group]
We at TOWASU are based on the concept of "Unite, Harmonize and Progress".
Collaboration with people who want to express themselves through art, regardless of age, background, nationality, or genre.
We are an artist support project team that aims to help artists to
We pursue this goal and support you in taking the first step towards a beautiful and fulfilling life.

The origin of TOWASU is "integration, harmony, progress"
We value the Japanese spirit.

TOWASU Management Introduction
Saori Matsunae
alma saho Inc. CEO/Singer

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■ Profile: I am an office worker and have experience in various jobs such as sales, management, and starting new businesses.
Independent in 2023. Mainly engaged in human resource development, community management, business consulting, and event planning.
He has also started a musical career and is expanding his horizons as an artist.

Main activities: External lecturer for Seibu Gakuen Bunri High School student entrepreneurship project (from May 2024); Vice representative of apparel brand "haku"; etc.

■Comment: We want to support those who are taking the first step to develop their talents, and have people see their work and their work.
We hope that this project will inspire people to take a step forward.
Thank you all so much for your support!

■Instagram：https://www.instagram.com/saori_1231?igsh=MTc0bGdzaWZoZTRmdg==

[Planning and management company]
Alma Saho LLC
Alma (alma) "soul" (French) / "source of life and health" (Latin) Saho (saho) "etiquette" (Japanese) = alma + saho Alma Saho (etiquette of the soul)

Based on the concept of "Face yourself and live a beautiful and rich life," we are expanding our business with the aim of producing people who can realize their own talents and utilize those talents to contribute to society.

[Major businesses] Providing "MYself Connect" sessions and academy for individuals (the world's simplest method for making life easier), employee training for corporations, various seminars, artist support, makeup technique provision, etc.

Official website:https://www.alma-saho.com/

Venue