{"id":179485,"date":"2026-06-12T13:49:53","date_gmt":"2026-06-12T04:49:53","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.momat.go.jp\/?post_type=events&#038;p=179485"},"modified":"2026-07-07T13:27:35","modified_gmt":"2026-07-07T04:27:35","slug":"20260724","status":"publish","type":"events","link":"https:\/\/www.momat.go.jp\/en\/events\/20260724","title":{"rendered":"The MOMAT Summer Festival 2026\u00a0"},"content":{"rendered":"    <div class=\"momat-anchors\" aria-label=\"Anchor link\">\n        <button id=\"button-block_1ade4599175a8f9c975191994b794cb7\"\n                aria-controls=\"nav-block_1ade4599175a8f9c975191994b794cb7\"\n                class=\"momat-anchors__sp-header\">\n            <span class=\"heading\">Table of Contents<\/span>\n            <span class=\"text open\" aria-hidden=\"false\">Open<\/span>\n            <span class=\"text close\" aria-hidden=\"true\">Close<\/span>\n            <span class=\"icon\"><\/span>\n        <\/button>\n        <div id=\"nav-block_1ade4599175a8f9c975191994b794cb7\"\n             class=\"momat-anchors__navigation\">\n            <div class=\"momat-anchors__inner\">\n                                    <a href=\"#section-00\"\n                       title=\"Scroll to Highlights\"\n                       class=\"momat-anchors__link\">\n                        Highlights                    <\/a>\n                                    <a href=\"#section-02\"\n                       title=\"Scroll to Talk and lecture events\"\n                       class=\"momat-anchors__link\">\n                        Talk and lecture events                    <\/a>\n                                    <a href=\"#section-01\"\n                       title=\"Scroll to Hands-On Programs\"\n                       class=\"momat-anchors__link\">\n                        Hands-On Programs                    <\/a>\n                                    <a href=\"#section-04\"\n                       title=\"Scroll to Food\u30fbDrink\"\n                       class=\"momat-anchors__link\">\n                        Food\u30fbDrink                    <\/a>\n                                    <a href=\"#section-05\"\n                       title=\"Scroll to Concurrent Events\"\n                       class=\"momat-anchors__link\">\n                        Concurrent Events                    <\/a>\n                                    <a href=\"#section-06\"\n                       title=\"Scroll to Event Overview\"\n                       class=\"momat-anchors__link\">\n                        Event Overview                    <\/a>\n                            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-constrained\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Cool, Relaxing, and Modern Art: Enjoy a Cool Summer at the MOMAT<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-constrained\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-constrained\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-constrained\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-constrained\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container\">\n<div id=\"section-00\" class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-3\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow\">\n<p>From July until September, we will feature the \u201cMOMAT Summer Festival,\u201d an event where you can enjoy art and relax in the cool museum even during the hot summer season.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We have prepared a variety of summer-exclusive events, such as the \u201cMOMAT Highlight Tour,\u201d which introduces the highlights of <em>MOMAT Collection<\/em> exhibition, and short lectures by curators, both held on Fridays and Saturdays after 5:00 PM. A food truck in the museum\u2019s front yard will offer drinks and food, including beer, wine, and other alcoholic beverages.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>On Fridays and Saturdays, our opening hours are extended until 8 pm, and you can view the <em>MOMAT Collection<\/em> exhibition at a special evening discount rate. Stay cool and relax\u2014this summer, discover new ways to enjoy the MOMAT.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"725\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/www.momat.go.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/2c09906730116d1357b40b43096f1a63-725x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-179566\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.momat.go.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/2c09906730116d1357b40b43096f1a63-725x1024.jpg 725w, https:\/\/www.momat.go.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/2c09906730116d1357b40b43096f1a63-142x200.jpg 142w, https:\/\/www.momat.go.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/2c09906730116d1357b40b43096f1a63-768x1085.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.momat.go.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/2c09906730116d1357b40b43096f1a63-1087x1536.jpg 1087w, https:\/\/www.momat.go.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/2c09906730116d1357b40b43096f1a63.jpg 1241w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 725px) 100vw, 725px\" \/><\/figure><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-constrained\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container\">\n<div id=\"section-00\" class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-constrained\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"section-00\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline\">Highlights<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Enjoy the MOMAT Rally!<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>We present 14 recommended works selected by the curators from the <em>MOMAT Collection<\/em> exhibition, accompanied by their engaging commentary. Look for the event logo displayed next to each recommended work and enjoy the exhibition as if you were on a walking rally.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We also suggest listening to the digital tour on the \u201cBloomberg Connects\u201d art commentary app while viewing the exhibition. Also, don\u2019t miss the new acquisitions on display for the first time this summer!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-9\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:550px\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/www.momat.go.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/1\u5ba4_O01073_\u4e09\u5cb8.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-18190\" width=\"199\" height=\"296\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.momat.go.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/1\u5ba4_O01073_\u4e09\u5cb8.jpg 537w, https:\/\/www.momat.go.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/1\u5ba4_O01073_\u4e09\u5cb8-134x200.jpg 134w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 199px) 100vw, 199px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Migishi Kotaro, <em>Butterflies Flying above Clouds<\/em>, 1934<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:500px\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/www.momat.go.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/exhibitions_20260526.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-177963\" width=\"177\" height=\"298\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.momat.go.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/exhibitions_20260526.jpg 474w, https:\/\/www.momat.go.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/exhibitions_20260526-119x200.jpg 119w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 177px) 100vw, 177px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Yorozu&nbsp;Tetsugoro,&nbsp;<em>Nude Beauty<\/em>, 1912,&nbsp;National Important Cultural Properties&nbsp;<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:1000px\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/www.momat.go.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/c019d41d2ae2dbbd51f573ca0f8f3491-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-179900\" width=\"447\" height=\"298\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.momat.go.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/c019d41d2ae2dbbd51f573ca0f8f3491-scaled.jpg 2560w, https:\/\/www.momat.go.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/c019d41d2ae2dbbd51f573ca0f8f3491-200x133.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.momat.go.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/c019d41d2ae2dbbd51f573ca0f8f3491-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.momat.go.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/c019d41d2ae2dbbd51f573ca0f8f3491-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.momat.go.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/c019d41d2ae2dbbd51f573ca0f8f3491-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.momat.go.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/c019d41d2ae2dbbd51f573ca0f8f3491-2048x1365.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 447px) 100vw, 447px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Maemoto Shoko, <em>Great Crimson Lotus<\/em>, 1986<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong><em>MOMAT Collection<\/em><\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n<dl class=\"momat-dl\">\n    \n<div class=\"momat-dl__item\">\n    <dt class=\"momat-dl__heading\">Dates<\/dt>\n    <dd class=\"momat-dl__content\">\n        \n\n<p>May 26\u2013September 13, 2026 <br>\u203bSome works will be replaced during the exhibition period. The \u201cMOMAT Rally\u201d begins on July 24.<\/p>\n\n\n    <\/dd>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"momat-dl__item\">\n    <dt class=\"momat-dl__heading\">Admission<\/dt>\n    <dd class=\"momat-dl__content\">\n        \n\n<p>Adults \u00a5500, university and college students \u00a5250<br>After 5 pm on Fridays and Saturdays: Adults\u00a5300, university and college students\u00a5150 <br>\u203bFree for high school students; under 18; those aged 65 or older; and those with Disability Certificates and one person accompanying each of them<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons\">\n    <div class=\"momat-button-arrow\">\n        <a class=\"wp-block-button__link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.e-tix.jp\/momat\/en\/\" target=\"_blank\">\n            Buy tickets online (to the official e-tix)        <\/a>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n    <\/dd>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<\/dl>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-constrained\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"section-02\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline\">Talk and lecture events<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-12\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:65%\">\n<p>We will host talk events on new acquisitions and special displays at the <em>MOMAT Collection.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-small-font-size\">\u203bTo ensure that as many people as possible can participate, sign language interpretation in Japanese will be provided for all events. It is made possible with the support of the Nippon TV Kobato Cultural Foundation, a public interest incorporated foundation.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:100px\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1024\" height=\"712\" src=\"https:\/\/www.momat.go.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/e3a11d9ae61277e73fe6813a6a28becb-1024x712.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-180073\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.momat.go.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/e3a11d9ae61277e73fe6813a6a28becb-1024x712.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.momat.go.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/e3a11d9ae61277e73fe6813a6a28becb-200x139.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.momat.go.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/e3a11d9ae61277e73fe6813a6a28becb-768x534.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.momat.go.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/e3a11d9ae61277e73fe6813a6a28becb-1536x1068.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.momat.go.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/e3a11d9ae61277e73fe6813a6a28becb-2048x1424.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Artist Talk<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-14\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:100%\">\n<p>We are pleased to welcome Maemoto Shoko, an artist whose work has been newly acquired, to talk about her works.<br>August 9, 2026, 2:00\u20133 pm; doors open at 1:30 pm<br>Speakers: Maemoto Shoko, artist and Yokoyama Yukiko, curator<br>\u203bAuditorium, basement level 1; free admission; no registration required; capacity: 140 people<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Short Lectures<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Our curators will give easy-to-understand lectures on new acquisitions and special displays. <br>\u203bAuditorium, basement level 1; free admission; no registration required; capacity: 140 people<\/p>\n\n\n<dl class=\"momat-dl\">\n    \n<div class=\"momat-dl__item\">\n    <dt class=\"momat-dl__heading\">July 26, 2026, 3 \u20133:30 pm, doors open at 2:30 pm<\/dt>\n    <dd class=\"momat-dl__content\">\n        \n\n<p>About <em>Midnight Circus<\/em> by Urushibara Hideko, a New Acquisition <br>Speaker: Sahara Shiori<\/p>\n\n\n    <\/dd>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"momat-dl__item\">\n    <dt class=\"momat-dl__heading\">August 14, 2026, 5 \u20135:30 pm, doors open at 4:30 pm<\/dt>\n    <dd class=\"momat-dl__content\">\n        \n\n<p>Hasegawa Saburo and the National Museums of Modern Art <br>Speaker: Osana Taichi<\/p>\n\n\n    <\/dd>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"momat-dl__item\">\n    <dt class=\"momat-dl__heading\">August 28, 2026, 5 \u20135:30 pm, doors open at 4:30 pm<\/dt>\n    <dd class=\"momat-dl__content\">\n        \n\n<p>On the Newly Acquired Work<em>  Flood<\/em>  by Kawara On <br>Speaker: Masuda Tomohiro<\/p>\n\n\n    <\/dd>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<\/dl>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-constrained\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-constrained\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-constrained\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container\">\n<div id=\"section-00\" class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-constrained\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"section-01\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline\">Hands-On Programs<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>We\u2019ve prepared a variety of hands-on events to help you enjoy the MOMAT Summer Festival even more. We hope you\u2019ll join us.<br>\u203bAll events are led by our volunteer guides.<br>\u203bFree admission; museum admission fee applies; no registration required.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:36px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"section-04\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline\">Summer Food Truck on Site!<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-17\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\">\n<p>Enjoy a \u201cdelicious\u201d moment in the refreshing outdoor setting. The summer food truck will be on site exclusively during evening hours on Fridays and Saturdays!<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p> A food truck by the restaurant L\u2019Art et Mikuni will be set up in the front yard. We\u2019ll be offering alcoholic beverages such as beer and wine, as well as food, all available for takeout.<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Don\u2019t miss the drinks inspired by the works on display in<em> the <em>MOMAT Collection<\/em>!<\/em><br>You can enjoy your food at the tables on the second-floor terrace.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Hours: Fridays and Saturdays, 5:00 pm\u20138:00 pm Food service: 5:30 pm\u2013last call 7:00 pm; last call for drinks: 7:30 pm<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"353\" height=\"274\" src=\"https:\/\/www.momat.go.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/cf2b23ea292ce6aed9ecd9cbbcbe4c57.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-179597\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.momat.go.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/cf2b23ea292ce6aed9ecd9cbbcbe4c57.jpg 353w, https:\/\/www.momat.go.jp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/cf2b23ea292ce6aed9ecd9cbbcbe4c57-200x155.jpg 200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 353px) 100vw, 353px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">MOMAT Summer Festival Photo Spot<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A photo spot will appear in front of the museum\u2019s second-floor terrace. Please take photos to capture your memories of the festival to take home with you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"section-05\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline\">Concurrent Events Related to the Special Exhibition<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>We will also be holding related events for the special exhibition <em>HIROSHI SUGIMOTO: EXTINCTION<\/em>, which is running concurrently with this festival.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-23\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\">\n<ul>\n<li>Screening of the Film <em>Memories of Origin: Hiroshi Sugimoto<\/em><br>July 24 and 25, 5:30\u20137 pm, Auditorium, basement level 1<br>\u203bAdvance purchase of a combined ticket for <em>HIROSHI SUGIMOTO: EXTINCTION<\/em> and the film screening is required.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Lecture: <em>The Many Faces of Hiroshi Sugimoto<\/em><br>August 8, 11 am\u201312:30 pm, Auditorium, basement level 1<br>Speaker: Masuda Rei, curator<br>\u203bFree admission; numbered tickets will be distributed on the day of the event.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\"><div class=\"wp-block-buttons\">\n    <div class=\"momat-button-gray-arrow\">\n        <a class=\"wp-block-button__link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.momat.go.jp\/events\/20260717\">\n            Memories of Origin: Hiroshi Sugimoto, a film        <\/a>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:34px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons\">\n    <div class=\"momat-button-gray-arrow\">\n        <a class=\"wp-block-button__link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.momat.go.jp\/events\/20260620\">\n            The Many Faces of Hiroshi Sugimoto, a lecture        <\/a>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-constrained\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-constrained\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Extended hours offered on Fridays and Saturdays&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-constrained\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-constrained\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-constrained\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-26\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:80%\">\n<p>We are open until 8 pm every Friday and Saturday. After 5 pm, you can enjoy the <em>MOMAT Collection<\/em> exhibition at our special evening discount rate. 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