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From October 24 to November 27, 2026, Espace Louis Vuitton Tokyo will present InSitu2.

InSitu2 brings together the Espaces Louis Vuitton Tokyo, München, and Beijing through a shared programme promoting contemporary creation, thus illustrating Louis Vuitton’s longstanding commitment to the arts as a leading House of Culture. Following IN SITU-1 in 2015, which for the first time united the Espaces Louis Vuitton Paris, Tokyo and München around women artists exploring the notion of locality, InSitu2 invites artists rooted in each city to create original works that celebrate their respective scenes. Through freely accessible performances, artist talks and educational initiatives, the project brings artists, performers and local communities into dialogue across disciplines and geographies, exploring ideas of transformation and cultural exchange. While united by a common framework, each Espace develops a distinct programme shaped by its local context and creative ecosystem. Across three cities, InSitu2 highlights the role of the Espaces Louis Vuitton as living places for dialogue, creativity and cultural engagement.

At Espace Louis Vuitton Tokyo, InSitu2 explores Ibasho [居場所, Place to Belong], building on the belief that home is defined not by physical space alone, but by what happens within it: a gesture repeated, a moment shared, a memory returned to. Set in the heart of Omotesando, the Espace is reimagined this autumn as a home for contemporary art, an Ibasho of its own, becoming a place to be inhabited rather than seen.

The programme brings together traditional and contemporary art forms: live performances spanning traditional Japanese theatre and storytelling, alongside a live jam and DJ session; talks on Omotesando and Ibasho; and a children’s programme held every Sunday. The programme is supported by a scenography developed with young Japanese architectural collective GROUP, working closely alongside the project’s artists and contributors to shape a space that evolves and adapts throughout the run of the programme; allowing Ibasho to take physical form within Espace Louis Vuitton Tokyo.

Activity information, held during the exhibition period, will be available on the Espace Louis Vuitton Tokyo mini-app within the official Louis Vuitton LINE account:

https://liff.line.me/2011802839-fYeZ9bmK?appid=vvrajsdo&conn=conn_s6bt9xc&sp=view_er_tmpl_start&ref=other_2

Advance reservations will begin via the LINE mini-app starting at 6:00 PM on Tuesday, October 13.

Espace Louis Vuitton Tokyo is currently closed due to exhibition changes.
More details about upcoming exhibition will be announced later on our website.

Espace Louis Vuitton Osaka will exceptionally change the closing time as follows:

September 12 th (Sat), 2026: 3:30 pm

I am deeply saddened by the passing of Yayoi Kusama, one of the greatest artists of contemporary art.

A true living legend, she shaped her life and work with extraordinary freedom, imagination, and vision, leaving an indelible mark on the art world over the past decades.

It has been a great honor for everyone at Louis Vuitton to have collaborated with her on two occasions in 2012 and 2023. Her boundless creativity and singular vision have always been an immense source of inspiration.

On behalf of Louis Vuitton, I extend my heartfelt condolences to her family, her loved ones, and all those who had the privilege of working alongside her. Her extraordinary legacy will continue to inspire generations to come.

Pietro Beccari, Louis Vuitton’s Chairman and CEO

On August 26th (Wed), please be aware that the exhibition environment will be different from usual due to a "Junior Art Guide" workshop for elementary school students being held during opening hours. From 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM, please feel free to engage with the “Junior Art Guides” (Japanese only) and enjoy the exhibition with their guidance.
No reservation required; however please note that we may ask you to wait if there are many participants.

Espace Louis Vuitton Tokyo will exceptionally change the closing time as follows:

August 22nd (Sat), 2026: 5:00 pm

Espace Louis Vuitton Tokyo will host special viewing events in the gallery after 5:00 pm on June 18 and 19. Visitors are welcome to view the exhibition as usual during these hours.

In light of its great success, the exhibition Paintings and Banality by Jeff Koons has been extended until 18 October 2026.
We look forward to welcoming you.

Due to events scheduled after closing hours, preparations will take place after 18:30 inside the exhibition on May 15th (Fri) and 20th (Wed). While you are welcome to enter as usual, we thank you in advance for your understanding

Espace Louis Vuitton Tokyo and Arts Initiative Tokyo (AIT) are pleased to present an artist talk with Rina Banerjee, held to mark the opening of the exhibition “You made me leave home…” at Espace Louis Vuitton Tokyo (Omotesando) and the artist’s visit to Japan. The talk will take place on Thursday, March 19, 2026, at Hillside Plaza (Daikanyama Hillside Terrace), and will feature Rina Banerjee in conversation with Yasufumi Nakamori, independent curator and curatorial adviser to the exhibition.

Banerjee has, since the late 1990s, consistently explored themes of bodies and narratives that traverse boundaries. Her work has been presented in numerous major international exhibitions, including the Busan Biennale and the Venice Biennale. Her works are also held in the collections of leading institutions such as the Centre Pompidou and the Whitney Museum of American Art.

In 2025, Nakamori curated “(Re)Generations” at the Asia Society in New York, in which Banerjee participated. In this talk, Banerjee’s ideas behind the exhibition, the background of her artistic practice, and her recent activities will be explored in depth through a dialogue with Nakamori, who has previously organized exhibitions featuring her work. It will be a rare opportunity to hear directly from the artist about her creative process.

Espace Louis Vuitton Tokyo
Rina Banerjee “You made me leave home…
Opening Commemorative Artist Talk

Date: Thursday, March 19, 2026, 7:00–8:30 pm (Doors open at 6:30 pm)
Venue: Hillside Plaza (Daikanyama Hillside Terrace)
29 Sarugakucho, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo 150-0033
*Please note that the exhibition and the talk will take place at different venues.

Guest: Rina Banerjee (Artist)
Moderator: Yasufumi Nakamori (Independent Curator, Curatorial Adviser to the Exhibition)

Language: English / Japanese (with simultaneous interpretation)
Capacity: 80 participants (advance reservation required)
Admission: Free

Co-organized by:
Espace Louis Vuitton Tokyo
Arts Initiative Tokyo [AIT]

Register here:
https://rinabanerjeetalk2026.peatix.com/