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Discover the captivating world of Yoshitomo Nara in a major exhibition that brings together nearly 100 works by the internationally acclaimed Japanese artist. Nara is best known for his unforgettable characters with piercing gazes and emotional depth. He creates across a wide range of mediums, exploring universal feelings like loneliness, hope, curiosity, and connection.
Drawing inspiration from folk music, punk subculture, and his travels in Japan and abroad, Nara celebrates the freedom to express yourself and see the world in your own way. A highlight of the exhibition is Voyage of the Moon (Resting Moon), a fairy-tale cottage of the artist’s drawing studio making its international debut. Whether you are discovering Nara for the first time or revisiting the beloved artist, this exhibition offers a rare opportunity to experience the full range of his creative vision.
There’s so much to discover before Yoshitomo Nara arrives. Become a member to ignite your curiosity today, and in Fall 2027 enjoy opportunities to see this exhibition before it opens to the public.
This Yoshitomo Nara exhibition is organized by the San Francisco Museum of Modern Art (SFMOMA). It is curated by Mika Yoshitake, guest curator, with Nancy Lim, SFMOMA associate curator of painting and sculpture.
Header image: Yoshitomo Nara, Matryoshka, 2026 (detail); photo: Keita Saiki