KINUTANI Art Place Hiroo 2nd Exhibition: Painting on Walls — Koji Kinutani's "Murals" | Source Materials
Exploring Koji Kinutani's Murals at KINUTANI Art Place Hiroo: Second Exhibition "Painting on Walls"
When visiting KINUTANI Art Place Hiroo in Hiroo, it is essential to check the schedule ahead of time, as opening hours vary by day of the week. Here is an overview of the exhibition exploring painter Koji Kinutani's mural expressions through the fresco technique and key visiting tips.
- Venue
- KINUTANI Art Place Hiroo
- Admission & participation
- General: 900円 / University and High School Students: 700円 (student ID required). Junior high school students and younger, and visitors with a physical disability certificate along with one accompanying caregiver, enter free.
HIGHLIGHTS
Event highlights
Tracing Mural Expression Through Fresco Techniques and Three-Dimensional Works
Painter Koji Kinutani (1943–2025) studied the classical Western mural technique of fresco (affresco) while studying abroad in Italy in 1971. After returning to Japan, he developed his own distinctive approach by applying fresco underpaintings to canvas.
Throughout his career, Kinutani drew inspiration from a diverse range of walls, from ancient cave paintings to the Berlin Wall. For him, the act of painting on a wall was an attempt to liberate humanity from the obstacles and hardships standing before it. Through paintings utilizing these techniques and three-dimensional works developed from them, this exhibition reconsiders the fundamental meaning of painting on walls.
Open Mainly Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays: Check the Hours and Special Open Days
The gallery is generally open only on Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays, and closed from Sunday to Wednesday. Opening hours also vary: 13:00 to 17:00 on Thursdays and Fridays, and 10:00 to 17:00 on Saturdays. Last admission is 30 minutes before closing (16:30) on all open days.
Although usually closed from Sunday through Wednesday, special open days running from 10:00 to 17:00 will take place on national holidays and select dates (October 12, November 3, November 22, November 23, 2026; January 11, January 24, February 23, March 21, March 28, 2027). Conversely, the venue will be closed for the New Year holidays (December 31, 2026 – January 2, 2027), so checking the calendar in advance is recommended.
EVENT INFORMATION
Dates & participation
Official titleKINUTANI Art Place Hiroo 第2回展覧会:壁に描く──絹谷幸二の〈壁画〉
| Exhibition Period | 2026-10-08〜2027-03-28 |
|---|---|
| Venue | KINUTANI Art Place Hiroo |
| Admission & Participation | General: 900円 / University and High School Students: 700円 (student ID required). Junior high school students and younger, and visitors with a physical disability certificate along with one accompanying caregiver, enter free. |
| Address | 5F Takara Building, 5-25-4 Hiroo, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo 150-0012 |
| Hours | Thursdays & Fridays: 13:00–17:00, Saturdays: 10:00–17:00 *Last admission 30 minutes before closing. **Evening hours are extended on one Friday each month. Please check the official website for details. |
Hours, admission rules, and ticket availability are subject to change. Please check the official website before heading out.
ACCESS
How to get there
Step-by-step guide
Suggested Plan for a Smooth Visit
- 01
Check the opening schedule
Open afternoons only on Thursdays and Fridays, and from 10:00 on Saturdays and special open days. Note closed days.
- 02
Choose your route and head out
Walk 7 minutes from Hiro-o Station Exit 1 or 2, or take the To-06 bus from Shibuya Station.
- 03
Head up to the 5th floor of Takara Building
Last admission is at 16:30, 30 minutes before closing. Allow enough time to go upstairs.
Detailed access info
7-minute walk from Hiro-o Station Exit 1 or 2 to the 5th floor of Takara Building. Or take the To-06 bus from Shibuya Station East Exit stop 58 (approx. 13 mins) to Hiroo Gochome, followed by a 1-minute walk.
From other stations and routes
Hiroo Gochome
About 1 min on foot to the facility entrance
Walking Route from Hiro-o Station and Arrival on the 5th Floor
The venue, KINUTANI Art Place Hiroo, is located on the 5th floor of Takara Building in Hiroo, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo. From Hiro-o Station on the Tokyo Metro Hibiya Line, take Exit 1 or Exit 2, and you will reach the building entrance in about a 7-minute walk.
From Shibuya, take the Toei Bus (Route To-06 bound for Shinbashi Station or Akabanebashi Station) from bus stop No. 58 outside JR Shibuya Station East Exit, ride for about 13 minutes, and get off at the "Hiroo Gochome" stop; the venue is about a 1-minute walk from there. Be sure to allow a little extra time to head up to the 5th-floor gallery from the entrance.
5F Takara Building, 5-25-4 Hiroo, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo 150-0012
Google Maps search result based on venue name and address. Please check official sources for the specific event hall and entrance location on the day.
BEFORE YOU GO
Good to know before you go
What are the admission fees and concession policies?
Admission is 900 JPY for general visitors, 700 JPY for university and high school students, and free for junior high school students and younger. A valid student ID is required for student rates. Visitors presenting a disability certificate, along with one accompanying caregiver, also receive free admission.
Can I visit on a weekday morning?
On regular weekday open days (Thursdays and Fridays), the gallery is only open in the afternoon from 13:00 to 17:00. If you wish to visit in the morning, please plan your trip for a Saturday (10:00–17:00) or one of the designated special opening days (10:00–17:00).
Are there extended evening hours?
Extended evening hours are held once a month on a Friday. Please check the latest announcements on the official website for specific dates and operating hours.
