Warehouse TERRADA Presents “Unis in Unison 2026 — Kyoto Rising Artists Project,” An On-Site Creation and Exhibition Project by Emerging Artists

For this project, 16 emerging artists from four art universities in Kyoto will participate in approximately three-month on-site creation periods, divided into two terms. They will create works and subsequently present them to the public within their studio spaces at TERRADA ART STUDIO Kyoto. By offering the facility as a venue for creation and exhibition, Warehouse TERRADA fosters an environment where recent graduates can sustain their creative practice and connect with visitors and art professionals through their exhibitions.

Under the newly introduced sponsorship programs with art supply manufacturers, participating artists will attend lectures on the history and practical application of various art materials, including pigments, traditional Japanese inksticks, brushes, and colorants. Learning directly from industry specialists gives participating artists the opportunity to discover materials and techniques best suited to their artistic vision and integrate them into their practice.

Once they have completed their creation period, the participating artists will transform their working studios into public exhibition spaces. Visitors will have the unique opportunity to experience the finished works and the creative environments in which they were made, and will have the option to purchase select pieces. During this time, the facility’s other studio artists will also participate by opening their studios to the public.

By bringing together emerging artists with ties to Kyoto beyond institutional boundaries, this project aims to spark new exchanges and broaden creative horizons within a shared environment for production and exhibition. Warehouse TERRADA will continue to support the next generation of artists by providing ongoing opportunities for production, exhibitions, and sales.

Schedule and Participating Artists
Part 1
Creation Period: Thursday, Aug. 20 – Monday, Nov. 2, 2026
Exhibition Period: Saturday, Nov. 7 – Monday, Nov. 16, 2026
Participating Artists (in Japanese alphabetical order): Shintaro Uno, Iroha Ozaki, Nao Katano, Shion Gomi, Ayumi Sumi, Sun Zheqi, Shannon Kaya Do, Nozomi Hashimoto

Part 2
Creation Period: Wednesday, Dec. 16, 2026 – Sunday, Feb. 28, 2027
Exhibition Period: Friday, March 5 – Sunday, March 14, 2027
Advance reservation required from Thursday, March 11 to Sunday, March 14, 2027
Participating Artists (in Japanese alphabetical order): Rei Aoyama, Takashi Kawase, Riyo Kusumoto, Aya Sakaguchi, Sakurako Shirai, Kanako Shintani, Rina Tanaka, Kanata Wataru

For detailed information on the participating artists, please visit the official website:
Website: http://unis-in-unison.com (Japanese)

Exhibition Overview
Title: Unis in Unison 2026 — Kyoto Rising Artists Project
Dates:
Part 1: Saturday, Nov. 7 – Monday, Nov. 16, 2026
(Closed on Wednesday, Nov. 11, 2026)
Part 2: Friday, March 5 – Sunday, March 14, 2027
(Closed on Wednesday, March 10, 2027 / Advance reservation required from Thursday, March 11 to Sunday, March 14, 2027)
Opening Hours: 1 p.m. – 6 p.m. (Admission until 5:30 p.m.)
(Opens at 10 a.m. on Saturday Nov. 7, 2026, and Friday, March 5, 2027)
Admission: Free
Organizer: Warehouse TERRADA
Cooperation: Kyoto City University of Arts, Kyoto University of the Arts, Kyoto Seika University, Kyoto Saga University of Arts / Kyoto Saga Art College
Sponsors: Awagami Factory, Kyoto Metal Leaf and Powder Inc., Kusakabe Corporation, Kuretake Co., Ltd., SUSONITY Japan G.K., Nakagawa Gofun Enogu Co., Ltd., Nakasato Co.,Ltd., Namura Taiseido Corporation, Boku-Undo Co.,Ltd., Matsuda Oil Colour Co., Ltd., MARUOKA KOGYO INC., Rekiseisha
Curatorial Advisor: Fujiwara Haneda LLC
Venue: TERRADA ART STUDIO Kyoto
6th Floor, Building-A, Kyoto City University of Arts, 57-1 Shimono-cho, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto, 600-8601, Japan

Warehouse TERRADA, based in Tennoz, Tokyo, has been involved in the art storage business since the 1970s and has engaged in community development through art in collaboration with local communities since the 1980s. In recent years, the company has expanded its initiatives to include the operation of studios, a museum, and gallery complexes utilizing warehouse spaces, as well as hosting events in conjunction with international art fairs. Furthermore, the company is committed to supporting artists’ careers by organizing awards for emerging artists and operating a gallery cafe that showcases and sells works by up-and-coming artists. With Kyoto established as a new base, Warehouse TERRADA is working to create an environment where artists can continuously engage in creation and exhibition. Kyoto, home to numerous art universities and a flourishing artist community, is a region where tradition and creativity thrive. The culture and aesthetic sensibilities nurtured over its long history provide a fertile ground for artistic creation.
Going forward, Warehouse TERRADA will continue to collaborate with universities, research institutions, and local communities, striving to play an active role in supporting creative activities. Through these efforts, the company aims to support the next generation of artists who will shape the future of culture while contributing to the revitalization of Japan’s art market.