10th Edition

As the Representative Director, and as someone who deeply loves both art and Fukuoka, I am truly delighted that ART FAIR ASIA FUKUOKA 2025 will mark its 10th edition. I extend my heartfelt gratitude to the galleries, artists, sponsors, partners, and visitors who have supported us along the way.

Since its founding in 2015, AFAF has continued to embrace change and take on new challenges as an “art fair connecting Asia and Japan.” Celebrating this important milestone, 2025 will be a year of true evolution. With more than 100 booths, the introduction of new platforms such as Moment and Infinity, and the long-awaited return of the open-call exhibition AFAF AWARD powered by E.SUN BANK, we aim to create an even more diverse and dynamic crossroads of art.

We believe in sharing the value of art more widely and deeply across society. From Fukuoka, we hope this fair will become a place of moving encounters—for artists, collectors, and those experiencing art for the very first time.

The ART FAIR ASIA FUKUOKA, held through a public–private partnership, celebrates its 10th edition this year.

Fukuoka City is promoting “Fukuoka Art Next,” an initiative to create more opportunities for people to engage with art in their daily lives while supporting the growth of artists. During “FaN Week 2025,” which coincides with the art fair, visitors can experience art in many locations across the city, including the Fukuoka Art Museum, the Fukuoka Asian Art Museum, and the Artist Café Fukuoka.

I warmly invite many people to visit the fair and the various exhibition venues, encounter contemporary art from around the world, and take part in the many meaningful exchanges taking place here in Fukuoka.

I would like to extend my heartfelt congratulations on the 10th edition of ART FAIR ASIA FUKUOKA.
Over the years, the fair has steadily grown as an international platform connecting Japan with Asia and the wider world, playing a vital role in linking the local and the global. Looking ahead, I hope it will continue to harness Fukuoka’s unique perspective and networks, embrace diverse cultures and values, and create new currents in the art world for the next generation.
Culture Vision Japan will continue to walk alongside this journey and work together to shape the future.

“I want to confront the wise men living in this false world, full of lies, with beauty, without question.”
These are the words of artist Chiaki Horikoshi, who appeared at the fair in 2016 with only one month to live, in his book “See Beauty and Die.” The original AFAF logo was hand-drawn, reflecting his commitment to the “unique beauty” that cannot be reproduced by computer. These words and attitude have remained a constant in my heart since launching Art Fair Asia Fukuoka (AFAF) in 2015.

People’s aesthetic sense has always been a barometer of society’s maturity. A deep understanding and interest in art and culture, along with economic prosperity, are important factors supporting the quality of society. Through the lens of contemporary art, art fairs have stimulated each visitor’s aesthetic sensibilities and provided a forum for new perspectives on sensibilities and values. At times, it blends surprise and playfulness with the power to naturally cultivate cultural sophistication.

Interest in contemporary art in Japan remains insufficient compared to Europe, the United States, and neighboring Asian countries. This is why I strongly believe that AFAF’s role is becoming more important with each passing year. I am convinced that expanding our network with international artists and galleries, nurturing the next generation of collectors, and building a sustainable art market are all extremely important initiatives for Japanese society’s future. Who would find meaning in a society without a sense of abundance?

In addition, Mayor Takashima highly emphasizes the importance of a creative society, and AFAF, co-hosted by Fukuoka City, is a rare presence both domestically and internationally. Its pioneering initiatives have attracted admiration both at home and abroad.

AFAF views the past 10 years as a milestone, and with its sights set on the future, it intends to continue creating ever more diverse value as a platform connecting art and the economy, and individuals and society.

We hope that all visitors will encounter moving beauty.
We hope that this will be an opportunity to create new values ​​and a sense of purpose in life.

Moving Forward Together Since 2018 – On the 10th Anniversary –

I began my involvement with AFAF in 2018. At the time, the fair was held in a hotel and run with a homey, volunteer-centered approach. I was one of the volunteers. AFAF has taken on various challenges each year, striving to become a glocal art fair unique to Fukuoka.

One of the major challenges for our 10th anniversary was the open call exhibition “AFAF AWRD.”

As art fairs expand and Fukuoka City’s art-focused urban development progresses, I have personally seen a rapid increase in people in Fukuoka and Kyushu aspiring to become professional artists.

And there are already many highly skilled artists active in the industry.

However, compared to Tokyo, opportunities to meet galleries and art professionals are significantly limited. Considering AFAF’s role, “We want to create a forum for promising artists to meet galleries and art professionals.” This open call exhibition was born from that desire.
This is also a step towards realizing my dream of “creating a world where people can aspire to be artists.”
I hope that AFAF will give birth to artists who will shape the art scene of the future.
I will continue to do my best to ensure that AFAF remains a place where people involved in the arts in Fukuoka, Kyushu, and Japan can find hope and possibility. I would like to express my sincere gratitude for your cooperation so far, and I hope you will continue to support us.

It has been 30 years since I married my partner, who is from Fukuoka. During that time, I have continued to walk alongside Asian contemporary art in Fukuoka, witnessing events such as the opening of the Fukuoka Asian Art Museum and the launch of Museum City Tenjin.

I first participated in AFAF as a collector at the second fair held at Hotel Okura in 2016, and since the following year, I have been involved as an advisor.

There are currently over 300 art fairs worldwide. Unfortunately, most of them disappear or go on hiatus before reaching their 10th anniversary. Despite a temporary suspension during the COVID-19 pandemic, AFAF has steadily grown each year and, in recent editions, has been held at Fukuoka’s premier exhibition venues such as Marine Messe and the International Conference Center. Reaching its 10th edition is, even on a global scale, a rare achievement.

Since becoming an advisor, I have worked to attract top galleries from Japan and abroad that had never exhibited at fairs in Japan. As a collector myself, I continue to acquire multiple works at AFAF every year.

Art fairs are primarily marketplaces, and the true protagonists are the visitors who purchase the works. It is no exaggeration to say that the continuation of AFAF for the next 10 years—and Fukuoka’s role as a cultural hub in Asia—depends on your support through these acquisitions.

During the fair, I encourage you to fully enjoy both the event and the city of Fukuoka. If you encounter a work that moves you, please consider taking it home.

Congratulations to AFAF on its 10th edition!

Photo：Tadayuki Minamoto

I once heard a story, long ago, from an art-savvy acquaintance about something that happened in Basel, Switzerland in 1967. At that time, a Picasso work on long-term loan to the Kunstmuseum Basel was about to be sold off due to circumstances on the lender’s side, and thus lost to the city. In response, citizens rose up, gathered donations in the streets, and together with support from the city, managed to purchase the painting and secure it as part of the museum’s permanent collection.

I do not know whether this episode is directly connected to the founding of Art Basel, the world’s premier art fair, in 1970. Yet, in my mind, the two are strongly intertwined.

Congratulations on the 10th anniversary of Art Fair Asia Fukuoka. I sincerely hope this event will continue to serve as a vital bridge between citizens and art, fostering public engagement with the arts year by year, while also providing fertile ground for the next generation of artists to take flight, inspired by the world of art.

“Gallerists as a Measure of a City’s Cultural Richness”

When I launched the “Gallery Hopping” event in July 2016, galleries were quiet spaces where only a select few with discerning eyes would gather to appreciate art. About ten years later, with AFAF significantly broadening interest and enthusiasm for art and making works accessible to everyone, I feel that the role of gallerists has become even more important. Now that entry points to art have expanded, the vision and judgment of gallerists play a crucial role in shaping the depth of a city’s cultural life.

I firmly believe that a city where gallerists thrive with flexibility and vitality is one where both artists and art lovers can flourish. As we celebrate the 10th anniversary of AFAF, I sincerely hope that over the next ten years, Fukuoka will continue to shine as an art hub representing Asia.

I would like to warmly congratulate Art Fair Asia Fukuoka on its 10th edition, and express my sincere respect for the passion and dedication of the organizers and everyone who has supported the fair over the years.

Around the world, cities like Basel and London demonstrate how art fairs can greatly enhance regional appeal and drive cultural and economic development.

In these cities, art goes beyond being something to merely “view.” It attracts people, fosters encounters and exchanges, and nurtures new businesses and culture—serving as a vital, yet often invisible, form of infrastructure.

This energy is sustained daily by galleries that champion artists and bring their works to the public. Art Fair Asia Fukuoka has brought together such galleries, showcasing the charm and potential of art from Fukuoka. I feel that these efforts have had a significant impact on the local community.

As a citizen, I have personally been involved in the “Gallery Hopping” event for about ten years, witnessing countless moments where art connects people and brings fresh energy to the city. I believe Art Fair Asia Fukuoka amplifies this influence even further.

I sincerely look forward to seeing the fair use this 10th edition as a new starting point to continue growing, energize people and the city through art, and help Fukuoka flourish as an even more vibrant and attractive place.

Congratulations on the 10th edition of AFAF.
It is no exaggeration to say that my journey as an art collector has unfolded hand in hand with this fair.

I first stepped into the world of art at a time when I was seeking stimulation in my daily life. By chance, in the very year AFAF began, I visited Gallery Morita, where I was warmly invited into this world. The people I met in the art scene and the wealth of information I encountered were fresh and inspiring, bringing excitement and transformation to my life.

The first artwork I purchased was priced at 160,000 yen. At the time, I honestly wondered if I might be making a mistake, but I resolved that if art could truly change my life, then it was worth the risk. Taking the leap, I made the purchase. Unlike spending the same amount on clothes I liked, acquiring art brought a special exhilaration—an unforgettable moment that has stayed with me.

Another gallery of great importance to me is GALLERY SOAP, which made its debut at AFAF in 2019. Around that time, I had just begun exploring postwar avant-garde art. It was then that I encountered a work by Yasuhide Moriyama of the group “Spider.” I fell in love with it instantly. Although it was by no means an amount I could decide on lightly, I vividly remember rushing to the nearest ATM, driven by the thought, “I must have it. I cannot let anyone else take it.”

For me, the true joy of an art fair lies in such encounters. By visiting in person and purchasing works I love, I build relationships with gallerists and artists, and these connections expand into enriching exchanges. As friendships deepen, I have found myself going out for drinks together, visiting studios, and enjoying experiences far beyond the reach of ordinary life. Another great pleasure is discovering favorite galleries and making them destinations in my travels.

Gradually, I began venturing further, even overseas, until art itself became the main purpose of most of my journeys.

When AFAF first started, I honestly never imagined it would grow to this scale. I recall vividly, during a visit to Art Basel Hong Kong, sharing beers with AFAF staff at a backstreet food stall and talking about how exciting it would be if one day Fukuoka could host the fair in a convention center like Basel. That memory remains deeply moving to this day.

The remarkable progress of these past ten years is entirely thanks to the dedication of everyone involved in AFAF, including the many volunteer staff. As one of the many people who has enjoyed the fair year after year, I extend my heartfelt gratitude.

As a collector, I hope to continue growing together with the fair in the years to come.

Congratulations on the 10th edition of Art Fair Asia Fukuoka.
We are pleased to see the fair grow stronger with each edition, evolving into a leading art fair representing Kyushu and Asia.
We are honored to have participated through sponsorship over the years, and we look forward to its continued success in energizing the region through art.
Fukuoka Bank

I would like to extend my heartfelt congratulations to ART FAIR ASIA FUKUOKA on its remarkable 10th edition.
As a gallerist, it has been a true honor to witness its journey up close over the past decade and, at times, to take part as a participant.
I sincerely hope that this fair, which showcases the diversity and potential of contemporary art in Asia, will continue to flourish and to serve as a vital bridge between Japan and the wider international community.

Congratulations on the 10th edition of ART FAIR ASIA FUKUOKA.
It is truly gratifying to see how the fair has grown from its beginnings as a hotel-based event to now attracting so many exhibitors that it fills an entire venue.
This year marks our gallery’s ninth participation, excluding the COVID-19 pandemic, and we are grateful for the opportunity to present our works to collectors and visitors in the Fukuoka area.
We sincerely wish the fair continued success and further growth in the years to come.
(Reiko Watanuki, Reiko Odate, Kenta Matsushita, Fujio Watanuki)

We’re honored to join the 10th anniversary of the ART FAIR ASIA FUKUOKA. Over the past decade, AFAF has had a significant and lasting impact on galleries and artists in Japan and beyond. Since ADMIRA Gallery’s debut at AFAF last year, we have built meaningful relationships with local collectors.We look forward to seeing AFAF continue to grow and lead in the Asian and international art scenes.

“Beauty” — that thrilling sensation when every cell in your body awakens.
A longing to dissolve completely into the simple, tranquil beauty of the heart.

We live in an age dominated by competition, deference, and desire.
Even in the world of art, AI now plays a major role.

From presentations, production, ideas, portfolios, to the artworks themselves,
AI guides people toward the “theater of success,” praised for its polished messages.
But what kind of scenery truly awaits at the end?

Is an artist someone skilled at manipulating AI?
Does AI judge talent, ability, or technique?
Can AI heal loneliness, anger, sadness, or despair?
Can AI generate an apology, copy and paste it, and gain trust?

If all the “answers” are revealed beforehand,
where then does happiness reside?

Once again, we turn toward the landscapes that dwell in the heart.
Once again, we turn toward the living beings that dwell in intelligence.

Dedicated to Kazunori Abe, Shunichiro Morita, Masaya Inoue, everyone at TODOROKI, and the late founding members Kazuhiro Nishimuta and Chiaki Horikoshi.

Congratulations on the 10th edition of AFAF.

“Art is the one and only thing that makes us realize the preciousness of life.”

Hitomi Kazuki / AFAF Founding Member, First Director/Curator

Congratulations on the 10th edition of ART FAIR ASIA FUKUOKA .
This year marks our third participation, and each time we have been
encouraged by the new encounters and exchanges we experience here.
For both artists and galleries, the fair serves as an important platform
to take on challenges and explore new possibilities.
On this milestone occasion, we sincerely hope that the experiences and
achievements cultivated over the past decade will continue to develop,
creating even greater opportunities for the future.
Together with our artists, we look forward to continuing our journey of
challenges and connections through this valuable opportunity.

We would like to extend my heartfelt congratulations on ART FAIR ASIA FUKUOKA reaching its 10th edition. The journey of bringing together diverse galleries and artists from Japan and abroad, and fostering cultural exchange from Fukuoka out into Asia, truly embodies the international spirit and vitality of this city. When we first attended, we was overwhelmed by the energy and excitement of the venue. We will never forget the experience of witnessing artists and visitors engaging in direct conversations and seeing artworks find new encounters in that very moment.

Over the past decade, ART FAIR ASIA FUKUOKA has grown into far more than just a marketplace for exhibitions and sales. It has provided countless opportunities for learning and discovery through art. In particular, we have felt a strong sense of promise in the way the fair creates an open atmosphere where young artists and audiences alike can participate without barriers, nurturing the culture of the future. Furthermore, its commitment to connecting with the local economy and tourism while sharing art from Fukuoka with the world is becoming all the more significant in our times.

Looking ahead, we hope the fair will continue to develop as a stage where diverse expressions and values intersect, leading the art scene in Asia. Above all, we wish for it to remain a place where as many people as possible can experience the joy of encountering art and carry that memory back into their daily lives.

We have been participating since the very first edition, and this year marks our 10th consecutive appearance—earning us, so to speak, a perfect attendance record. We would like to express our heartfelt gratitude to all those involved and to everyone who has supported us along the way.

When we first joined AFAF 10 years ago, it was also our very first time visiting Fukuoka, and we knew almost nothing about the city. Over the years, however, the number of familiar faces, loyal visitors, friends, and acquaintances has steadily grown, and today Fukuoka feels like a second home to us.

We will continue to do our utmost, however modest our efforts may be, to contribute to the further growth of AFAF and the flourishing of Fukuoka’s art scene. We sincerely hope for your continued support of Gallery Tatsuya.

Congratulations on your 10th edition!
We have been participating since the second Hotel Fair, and as an exhibitor, we have seen the scale of the event grow each year.
We look forward to further growth and expansion in the future.

Congratulations to ART FAIR ASIA FUKUOKA (AFAF) on its 10th
edition.
As a local gallery, I take great pride in celebrating this milestone, as
the fair has been born and nurtured in this city.
“Even beyond the detached gaze, there exists an unseen gaze.” —
Zeami, Fūshikaden
This phrase, I believe, points to a perspective that surpasses
even the self as reflected in the audience’s eyes. It suggests a third
gaze—neither subject nor object—something akin to the Zen state of
mushin, a transparent vision through which the very space seems to
look back upon itself.
As a gallerist in Fukuoka participating in AFAF, these words hold
profound meaning for me. When standing before art, there are
moments when something beyond the artist’s intention or the
audience’s understanding suddenly appears—an anonymous gaze.
Such moments feel like instances when art, in its essence, not only
mediates between people and works but also opens itself across time
and cultures, extending into the future.
Fukuoka has long been a crossroads of Asia, perhaps always a
place that has embraced countless such “unseen gazes.” Today, that
history finds form in AFAF, which now marks its tenth anniversary. To
be able to take part in this milestone as someone rooted in the same
city is a source of deep pride. I entrust the possibilities of future art to
the unseen gazes that will continue to be summoned from here.
Lastly, I would like to extend my deepest gratitude to Mr.
Kazunobu Abe, Mr. Shunichiro Morita, Mr. Masaya Inoue, everyone at
TODOROKI Co., and all those who have devoted themselves to
making AFAF possible.I am perhaps the youngest participant, and I
am profoundly grateful for having been so warmly welcomed. I will do
my utmost to grow into someone worthy of this place.

MONONOAharewo
Hidetomo Himuro

We have been participating in the fair since its first edition held at the hotel.
Although we took a break for a period, we have exhibited every year since the fair switched to a booth-style format.

It is truly moving to see this art fair reach its 10th edition, growing stronger year by year through the efforts of Abe-san and all the staff.

We look forward to continuing our support as the fair strives to remain a central art hub in Asia.

Thank you very much for everything.

Congratulations on the 10th edition of AFAF. I sincerely celebrate this milestone.
It is an honor and a gratitude for us to be able to participate in this commemorative event.

I recall that during the second time we participated at the hotel venue, I heard from the committee at the reception party that AFAF has a vision of eventually becoming a global art fair.

AFAF 2025 has overcome challenges such as COVID-19 a few years ago and has grown significantly in scale.
We aim to create a booth that features artworks worthy of the future AFAF, and we look forward to working together with artists to move forward in this direction.

Being from Fukuoka myself, I have participated in this event in recent years with a desire to give back to my hometown. While Fukuoka has produced many artists, the absence of an art university means opportunities for the public to directly engage with active artists and their works are limited.

In this context, I can imagine the great effort it took to start an art fair here ten years ago. That this flame has been kept alive and sustained to this day is entirely thanks to the dedicated efforts of everyone involved.

Our gallery has also been participating for several years in a modest way, and we sincerely hope it contributes, even slightly. Finally, we wish AFAF continued growth and success in the years ahead.

JINEN GALLERY JINEN Kanno

Congratulations on the 10th edition of Art Fair Asia Fukuoka. I would like to express my deep respect for the fair’s ongoing role in connecting the Japanese and international art scenes here in Fukuoka, the gateway to Asia.

Over the years, I have gained countless encounters and inspirations through this fair. Conversations with visitors not only deepen understanding of the artworks but also serve as valuable encouragement for artists to take on new challenges. Moreover, exchanges with collectors and fellow gallerists provide precious opportunities to reflect on the future of art together.

I believe that Fukuoka’s open spirit and international outlook have given the fair its distinctive charm throughout these ten years. AFAF has grown beyond being merely a place for transactions—it has become a cultural hub linking Japan with the wider Asian region.

Looking ahead, I hope the fair will continue to foster diversity by engaging the next generation of collectors and emerging artists. I sincerely wish that the power of art from Fukuoka will keep inspiring people worldwide and open new horizons for creativity in the years to come.

Once again, heartfelt congratulations on this memorable milestone, and I look forward to celebrating many more anniversaries together.

In 2015, after participating in the Solaria Hotel Art Fair, it was our first experience of an art fair in Fukuoka. Having been involved from the very beginning as members of the organizing committee, it was truly a fresh and moving experience.

The 2015 Solaria Hotel Art Fair was a great success. For galleries, it offered opportunities to meet new collectors, strengthen connections with fellow galleries, and engage with artists. Visitors were able to experience a wide range of contemporary artworks, making it a highly engaging and stimulating experience.

Each gallery room presented unique displays and works. The style of presentation dramatically affected the atmosphere of each room. The hotel setting created a sense of immediacy, and each gallery’s way of showcasing their works highlighted their creativity and sensibility.

Visitors came in a constant stream, including international guests, young people, families, and longtime art enthusiasts. It was clear that they were delighted to encounter such a variety of contemporary art in one place, and many expressed surprise and excitement. Above all, it was evident that they were truly enjoying themselves.

This hotel art fair was filled with fresh inspiration, new encounters, and lively interactions. Engaging with visitors in such an energized atmosphere was a joy, and it was a memorable experience that we wish to cherish moving forward.

Having achieved growth in scale, we now hope AFAF will evolve into a convention-style art fair linked with hotels—a format particularly suited to a regional city like Fukuoka. By doing so, participation from galleries across Asia and Kyushu will likely increase further.

We are pleased to introduce Yoshino Gallery, participating in AFAF for the first time.
With each passing year, AFAF has become a venue that brings together unique, talented artists with a rich international flavor, and we are truly honored to be able to participate this time.
Interacting with artists and their works from diverse backgrounds is a valuable experience that can only be had here, and we are truly looking forward to it.
We hope that AFAF, which continues to present new possibilities for art and inspire participants and visitors, will continue to challenge itself to go beyond the boundaries of expression.
We are delighted to be able to celebrate this wonderful 10th edition with you all.

The avant-garde artist group Kyushu-ha, also known as Neo-Dada, was formed in 1967. Artists such as Takami Sakurai (1928–2016) and Mokuma Kikuhata (1935–2020) sent a message to central Tokyo at the time: “We are breaking down preconceived notions.”

In a region where the bold and independent spirit of Kyushu continues to thrive, ART FAIR ASIA FUKUOKA is sure to captivate many.

Gallery Q is proud to uphold this avant-garde spirit alongside the people of Kyushu, and we are delighted to participate in ART FAIR ASIA FUKUOKA.

Gallery Q
Yuzo Ueda

We warmly congratulate Art Fair Asia Fukuoka on its 10th edition! It is truly an honor for us to be part of this milestone event, in line with our mission to showcase Filipino artists on the global stage. Arigatō gozaimasu!

Derek Flores
Managing Director
DF Art Agency

We sincerely congratulate the Asia Fukuoka Art Fair on its 10th edition.
Our gallery has been participating since 2016. Our first participation was when the fair was held in a hotel, where we learned a great deal from other galleries about how to make the most of limited space. Since then, the fair has evolved into a large-scale booth-style format at venues such as Marine Messe, enabling more flexible exhibition arrangements, attracting a larger audience, and fostering stronger engagement with local authorities. These developments have clearly demonstrated the fair’s growth over the years. We have also cherished the warm relationships we have built with visitors, which remain strong to this day.
Looking ahead, we hope to continue supporting the fair’s development while pursuing our own challenges at 3ta2 SANTANI GALLERY, contributing to the dissemination of art from Shikoku, and participating in this vibrant, expanding platform. We look forward to many more successful years for the fair.

Congratulations for 10th edition of ART FAIR ASIA FUKUOKA!
We have participated AFAF since last year, we recognized that Fukuoka city has become the ART CITY for ten years. we are going to participate this art fair to communicate with Asian worlds.

Congratulations on this milestone 10th edition.
This art fair, which focuses on art from Fukuoka to Asia, holds great appeal for our
company, since we also operate a gallery in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam. Therefore, we
are truly honored to participate for the fourth consecutive year.
Each time, we enjoy its unique atmosphere, distinct from other art fairs, through its
diverse events and themes.
We sincerely hope it continues to shine as a place where countless encounters and
inspirations are born.

Congratulations on the 10th edition of ART FAIR ASIA FUKUOKA 2025.
Reaching this remarkable milestone has been made possible thanks to the dedicated efforts of everyone involved and the generous support of many. Over the years, the fair has brought together artists and audiences from Japan and abroad in Fukuoka, fostering new connections and creative exchanges, and contributing greatly to the growth of the region’s culture and arts.

Looking ahead, we eagerly anticipate further growth and innovation, and sincerely hope that this wonderful fair will continue to inspire and move people for many years to come. We offer our wholehearted support and best wishes for the new challenges and developments that lie ahead.

The 10th anniversary of ART FAIR ASIA FUKUOKA is truly a remarkable achievement. May the fair continue its journey alongside art, thriving for many more years to come.

In 2015, I was invited by a senior gallerist to participate in the first hotel-style art fair in Kyushu focused on contemporary art from Asia.

Kyushu has a long-standing tradition as a cultural and artistic gateway between the continent, Europe, and Japan. True innovation cannot emerge without such a foundation.

In the present day, as Western ways of thinking face limitations and attention increasingly turns to the East, the art world faces similar challenges. I am therefore confident that AFAF, with its focus on Asia, has developed over the past ten years as an important hub for contemporary art in the region—not in Singapore or Hong Kong, but here in Asia itself.

We firmly believe that the path our gallery has taken alongside AFAF has been the right one, and we hope to continue working together to lead contemporary art in Asia in the years to come.

Shoko Kitagawa
Ashiya Gallery Kyoto

Congratulations on your 10th edition!
Last year, with the support of Fukuoka Bank, we participated in AFAF for the first time.
We were deeply inspired by the venue showcasing the region, its people, and countless unique personalities.
We hope many people will also sense the genuine individuality we embrace while living with our disabilities.
JOY Club Atelier Bravo

We sincerely congratulate ART FAIR ASIA FUKUOKA on its milestone 10th edition.

It is a great honor for us to participate as one of the exhibiting galleries in this milestone year. This art fair has played a truly significant role in the Asian art scene, and we would like to express our deepest respect to the ART FAIR ASIA FUKUOKA office for their dedication to its continuous development, as well as to the officials of Fukuoka City for their tremendous support.

We eagerly look forward to interacting with fellow galleries and passionate art collectors at this fair. We will be welcoming you at our booth with a selection of our finest works, so please do stop by.

We sincerely pray for the further development of ART FAIR ASIA FUKUOKA and for a fruitful time for all visitors.

Congratulations on the 10th edition of Art Fair Asia Fukuoka!

We are delighted to mark this milestone by participating in AFAF both as a local Fukuoka gallery and as Artas Gallery’s first art fair exhibition.

I have attended AFAF every year since its inaugural edition. Even before opening Artas Gallery, I had the privilege of forming friendships with many senior gallery owners through the fair and hearing firsthand about the forefront of the art industry. From their stories, I understood how demanding this work can be. Yet, seeing them passionately discuss art while shaping culture filled me with admiration and inspired me to step into the art world.

This year marks the seventh anniversary of Artas Gallery. Starting without prior experience in the art world, we have gradually participated in numerous art projects alongside students and emerging artists in Fukuoka. We are now beginning to feel a growing recognition as a gallery within the local art scene.

This year was especially significant as we opened our second gallery, Gallery Nekochikura, and made our debut at AFAF—truly a milestone year for us!

Looking ahead, we hope to continue collaborating with AFAF to share new concepts and cultural initiatives from Fukuoka with Asia and the world. We invite everyone to join us in supporting and paying attention to the evolving art scene in Fukuoka and across Kyushu.

Over the years, AFAF has provided us with many valuable connections and opportunities in Fukuoka. We warmly congratulate the fair on reaching its 10th edition and look forward to its continued growth and success.

AaP/roidworksgallery
Toshikazu Iura

Congratulations on the 10th edition of this art fair. We greatly admire your achievement in promoting art not only from Japan but from all over Asia, and supporting exchanges between people involved in the arts.
We are honored to be exhibiting at this fair for the first time as Gallery Miyasaka.
Gallery Miyasaka’s theme is a collaboration between contemporary artists Kaneko Shinichi and Yamataka Toru. We hope that more people will be able to experience the imagination and creativity of these two artists.
This time, we have also made three-dimensional works that could not be brought to the fair available on a 3D display, allowing them to be viewed three-dimensionally with the naked eye. We would also like to thank XSEEDS Co., Ltd., who are challenging themselves with the hardware to discover new possibilities in the art scene.
We hope that the power of AFAF’s art will continue to blossom even more in the future.

Congratulations on the 10th edition of ART FAIR ASIA FUKUOKA. This marks our gallery’s third participation, and each time we visit Fukuoka, we are inspired by the city’s passionate commitment to the development of the art world. We are truly delighted to join this milestone edition.

We sincerely hope that Fukuoka will continue to share wonderful art with the world for many years to come. We, too, will continue striving to present works that resonate deeply with the hearts of visitors, believing in the power of art to inspire.

Gallery Ra (Osaka)

We would like to sincerely congratulate ART FAIR ASIA FUKUOKA on its 10th edition.
In today’s art world, where many art fairs compete for attention, continuing for 10 times is truly an extraordinary achievement.

We first participated in 2018 at the Hotel Okura, and were inspired by the unity and passion of the people of Fukuoka, which has encouraged us to continue participating ever since. Each year, we have looked forward to the fair as it grows and evolves boldly, embracing change without fear.

It is a great honor for us to be part of this milestone 10th edition, and we sincerely wish ART FAIR ASIA FUKUOKA continued growth and success in the years to come.

Gallery Hirota Fine Art
Toshihiko Hirota

We have been participating in Fukuoka since 2016, and over the years, we have witnessed firsthand the fair’s steady growth in scale. We also strongly feel the city’s support for art as a whole, and we take pride in being part of this movement.

As a fair that carries the name “Asia,” there have been opportunities for international visitors to purchase works, and we feel it truly fulfills its role in expanding art as an Asian hub. In the past, our represented artist Mio Okazaki also participated in a live painting session at the fair.

Looking ahead, as Fukuoka and Kyushu continues to develop, we sincerely look forward to seeing ART FAIR ASIA FUKUOKA grow and evolve in step with this progress.

We are deeply honored to participate in the milestone 10th edition of ART FAIR ASIA FUKUOKA as Fukuoka Prefecture for the first time. We would like to express our sincere respect for the Fair’s leading role not only in Kyushu but also in the Asian art scene, and for its significant contribution to promoting Fukuoka’s culture.

Fukuoka Prefecture undertakes various initiatives to provide citizens with opportunities to appreciate, engage with, and create art and culture. On this occasion, we are pleased to introduce some of these initiatives, and we hope they will contribute to the further development of the Fair.

We sincerely wish for ART FAIR ASIA FUKUOKA to continue deepening the bonds between Fukuoka and Asia through art and to achieve even greater growth in the future

We continue to participate in AFAF because I am interested in what kind of art scene can develop in Fukuoka, a city that is home to a world-renowned museum with an outstanding collection of Asian artists. As the city itself is growing, I wonder whether there will be a place for art in Fukuoka. I hope not only people in Japan but also those from around the world living in Fukuoka will come to acqure and enjoy artworks.

It is a great honor for us to take part in the 10th anniversary edition of ART FAIR ASIA FUKUOKA for the very first time.
For Feb gallery Tokyo, this opportunity represents a precious chance to share the appeal of our artists and works with a wider audience through new encounters and meaningful exchanges.
We are truly delighted to be able to contribute, even in a modest way, to the history of this fair at such a significant milestone.
We sincerely hope that AFAF will continue to flourish and remain a place that offers unforgettable experiences to many people.