Faret Tachikawa Art Museum Day 2024 Spring
The Faret Tachikawa district at the north exit of Tachikawa Station, which has 109 pieces of public art by 92 artists from 36 countries around the world, will be transformed into an art museum, and various programs will be held.
Please come and visit Faret Tachikawa Art, Tachikawa’s world-class public art town.
Exhibition : Tuesday, Mar 12th – Sunday, Mar 17th, 2024.
Organizer : Faret Tachikawa Art Management Committee
*The latest information will be announced on our website and SNS (X, Instagram, facebook).
■ Special exhibition
① “Elementary School Faret Tachikawa Art Appreciation Class” Report Exhibition
The “Elementary School Faret Tachikawa Art Appreciation Class” is held as part of art classes at Tachikawa City Elementary School.
After the on-site tour, works created by the children will be displayed as part of their learning experience.
②Recruitment for “10th Faret Tachikawa Art Photo Contest”
Would you like to submit a photo that includes Faret Tachikawa Art? There will also be a cash prize for the grand prize. Winning works from the first round will be exhibited.
Date and time : Tuesday, Mar 12th – Sunday, Mar 17th.
9:00-19:00 (until 16:00 on the last day)
Meeting place : Women’s General Center AIM 1st floor gallery
Admission fee : Free
■ Art tour
An art guided tour where the Faret Tachikawa Artworks are explained by the volunteer group “Faret Club.”
〇 Select tour (advance application required)
Date and time : Sunday, March 17th.
①11:00-11:40 (Japanese guide) ②13:30-14:10 (English guide) ③13:30-14:10 (Japanese Guide)
Meeting place : North side of Tachikawa Takashimaya S.C. around the red flower pot
Capacity : Limited
Participation fee : Free
*Rain or shine, canceled in case of stormy weather
Application : Please write the event name, desired date and time, names, number of people, and phone number by Tuesday, Mar 12th, and send by mail, fax, or email to the Faret Tachikawa Art Management Committee Secretariat .
■ Workshop
① “Appear! Another flower pot made by everyone”
An installation by artist NOHARA MASUI of Ishida Soko Atelier.
This is a work that everyone can join the production by cutting and pasting paper parts onto the “Another Flower Pot” that will appear at Faret Tachikawa for one day only. Would you like to participate in the production while being surrounded by Faret’s art works?
Date and time : Sunday, Mar 17th, 11:00-16:00
Location : North side of Tachikawa Takashimaya S.C. around the red flower pot
Participation fee : Free
Application : Not required
*Cancelled in case of stormy weather
②Japanese rock balancing “Ishihana”
You can enjoy the collaboration between rock balancing (stone balancing), the art of piling up rocks and stones, and Faret Tachikawa Art. Mr. Chitoku Ishihana, a master Ishihana master, will teach you some tips. Why not immerse yourself in stones?
Date and time : Sunday, Mar 17th, 11:00-16:00
Location : North side of Tachikawa Takashimaya S.C. in front of the red flowerpot * Subject to change in case of rain, etc.
Participation fee : Free
Application : Not required
■ Collaboration menu
Cafes near Faret Tachikawa will be selling collaboration menus inspired by Faret Tachikawa art for a limited time.
○Faret Tachikawa Art Collaboration S’mores Pie
Adam’s Awesome Pie (Kotobukiya Building 201, 4-5 Midoricho, Tachikawa City)
The puff pastry number on the s’mores pie is a nod to Jonathan Borofsky’s “Man with a Briefcase.” Enjoy the set with a drink for ¥950 (tax included).
Sales price : ¥580 (tax included)
Sales period : from Mar 1st, to Mar 31th.
■ Art market
A market selling craft art and handmade goods has opened on Sansan Road.
Date and time : Saturday, Mar 16th, Sunday, Mar 17th, 11:00-16:00
Location : San San Road
*Cancelled in case of rain
■ Cafe
Mulberry Field BOOK CAFE CARAVAN
Mulberry Field, a book cafe loved by locals in Akishima, has opened at Faret Tachikawa. Focusing on books about art, you can find books that stimulate your desire for knowledge and color your life. Why not relax and enjoy a book with hand-drip coffee or an original sandwich only available at the mobile book cafe?
Date and time : Sunday, March 17th, 11:00-16:00
Location : Tachikawa Takashimaya S.C. north side, in front of the red flowerpot
*Cancelled in case of rain
■ Tachikawa local vegetable market
Vegetables grown in Tachikawa will be on sale.
Date and time : Sunday, March 17th, 11:00-16:00
Location : Around the north side of Tachikawa Takashimaya S.C.
*Cancelled in case of rain
■ Electric kickboard test drive event
You’ve often seen electric scooters around town and are curious about them, but it takes courage to suddenly rent one. Anyone over the age of 16 can now drive without a license. Master the traffic rules and operating methods to ride safely and enjoyably!
Date and time : Saturday, Mar 16th, Sunday, Mar 17th,11:00-16:00
Location : San San Road
Eligibility : 16 years of age or older
*Cancelled in case of rain
■ Presents for visitors
Those who download and present the Faret Tachikawa Art Navi app on their smartphones or those who donate money to preserve and utilize Faret Tachikawa Art will receive original goods at the headquarters booth.
■Inquiries
Faret Tachikawa Art Management Committee Secretariat (Tachikawa City Industry, Culture and Sports Department Regional Culture Division)
3-3-20 Nishikicho, Tachikawa City 190-0022 Tamashin RISURU Hall (Tachikawa City Civic Hall) 2nd floor
TEL : 042-523-2111 Ext. 4501
FAX : 042-525-6581
e-mail : chiikibunka-t@city.tachikawa.lg.jp
