judge

Taro Amano (Chief Curator, Yokohama Museum of Art)

One of the characteristics of today's art is that there are many unique expressions that are not bound by past styles, and that the artists who are active around the world are becoming younger. I want them to be able to demonstrate their talents to the fullest under these circumstances.

Shihoko Iida (Tokyo Opera City Art Gallery Curator)

The first time, I was surprised by the unexpected response. But this is where AAT really starts. Rather than rushing to see tangible results, I would like to first enjoy the changes that are eroding into the existing system. We hope that participating artists will approach this event with the will and stamina to resist the temptations of promotion.

Shigeo Goto (Editor/Creative Director/Professor/Head of ASP Department, Kyoto University of Art and Design)

Who could have predicted at the time that Takashi Murakami and Yoshitomo Nara, who were unknown at the time, would grow up to become internationally acclaimed Artist? Discovering and nurturing Artist is a real test of judgment and responsibility on the part of those who select talent. I want to do my best to help AAT grow into an important organization that is truly involved in the future of Japanese art.

Kazue Kobata (Professor, Department of Intermediate Arts, Tokyo University of the Arts)

On the surface of Chimata, it seems as if the contemporary art market is vibrant. Ironically, the warnings that human activities, world trends, and cosmic providence are issuing today are fundamentally re-examining "art." A creative impulse before formality, before institutions, before commodification. where does it come from? The works of Artist who step out of the incubator and into the vast maelstrom of chaos stir up such questions.

Tomio Koyama (Representative of Tomio Koyama Gallery)

Is art an industry? Is being Artist a profession? I want art to become a stable industry, and I want people to be able to make a living as Artist. However, regardless of that, it is important to create something that is honest to your own desires. This constantly creates new value and reshapes the world. I think that is actually very important.

Naoki Sato (ASYL Art Director, Associate Professor, Department of Design, Faculty of Art and Design, Tama Art University)

What kind of expression is appropriate for the coming era? everyone wants to see it. But that hasn't happened yet. This is because it is something that will be created in the future. I hope that AAT, which has just started and is in its infancy, will become a place for such expression.

Akiya Takahashi (Director of Mitsubishi Ichigokan Museum, Tokyo)

Living in the 21st century, we have no choice but to live in close connection with the city. On the other hand, ``arte'' is the fundamental impulse that distinguishes humans as human beings. At Art Award Tokyo, which will be held in the center of Tokyo, these two conditions will create an unknown tension.

Yuko Hasegawa (Director of Business Planning, Museum of Contemporary Art Tokyo)

You can't be Artist alone. Art is born when you meet someone's eyes, someone's words and feelings, and before you know it, you will be called Artist. I'm waiting for the work.

guest judge

Miwa Yanagi (artist)

Born in Kobe City. Graduated from the Graduate School of Fine Arts, Kyoto City University of Arts. In 1993, she attracted attention for her works with Elevator girls as motifs. Since then, she has released works centered on photographs of women, such as ``My Grandmothers''. He has held solo exhibitions at the Guggenheim Museum in Germany and the Hara Museum, among other places, and has been highly acclaimed both domestically and internationally. Currently holding a solo exhibition at the Museum of Fine Arts, Houston (Texas).