Written by Patrick Balfe
Tokyo Streets will hold their first exhibition in Hibiya Okuroji, near Ginza in Chiyoda, Tokyo.
What to expect
Based in Shibuya, Tokyo Streets is a popular and long-running photography platform and exhibition series showcasing some of the best street photography of Tokyo and its surrounds.
The events showcase the work of local and international photographers and their different takes on street- and documentary-style photography with the metropolis as its core focus.
This event, the first at Hibiya Okuroji, will present work from over 30 domestic and international photographers, celebrating diverse perspectives of Tokyo as well as work from abroad. The event is curated by Adam Benedicto and highlights various styles of photography, with the core values of accessibility, inclusivity, and community remaining the hallmark of these events.
This exhibition will run from September 2 to 7 with DJs spinning all vinyl hip-hop, soul, jazz, funk, and house at the Saturday, September 6 reception party.
Entry
Entry is free throughout the duration of the exhibition.
Schedule
The exhibition is open from 11 a.m. until 8 p.m. from September 2 to 7 with some special events happening throughout. Here’s what to look out for:
- Tuesday, September 2: Opening from 11 a.m.–8 p.m.
- Friday, September 5: Photowalk from 8 p.m.
- Saturday, September 6: Reception Party from 6–10 p.m.
- Sunday, September 7: Exhibition closes at 8 p.m
How to get there
Hibiya Okuroji is a roughly 6-minute walk from the Hibiya Exit of JR Yūrakuchō and Shimbashi Stations. It’s also a roughly 6-minute walk from Tokyo Metro Ginza, Hibiya, and Uchisaiwaichō stations.
Organizers may cancel events, alter schedules, or change admission requirements without notice. Always check official sites before heading to an event.