Thank you 2025. Hello 2026.

At the beginning of 2025, it had been two and a half years since I moved to New York, and I felt unsettled because my parents had never once had the chance to see any of my exhibitions. So I took action myself, and in April I was finally able to hold a long‑awaited solo exhibition at the Tenri Cultural Institute. My parents were happy to see it, and for me, it was a significant step forward.

The warm words I received, even just a single phrase, and the support from everyone who helped make the exhibition a success—these mean everything to me. I am deeply grateful for your support.

In 2026, I plan to exhibit in Tenri at the end of March, so I hope you will visit if you can.

Thank you very much for your continued support this year as well.

shige