public art

Shibuya’s Hachiko Family public art installation will be permanently removed, not relocated

As Shibuya continues to change, 20 ceramic Akitas lose their home.

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Famous Myth of Tomorrow mural inside Shibuya Station to undergo significant restoration work

A crowdfunding campaign is also in full swing to support the efforts.

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Tokyo’s 7 stupidest public art pieces

Any city with aspirations to be a vibrant international metropolis should invest in interesting, challenging and useful public art, and Tokyo has certainly done so. There are some absolutely amazing artworks scattered around our fair city, but there are also some complete abominations lurking as well.

While acknowledging that art is subjective and one person’s favorite piece is another person’s piece of crap, here are what I consider the seven stupidest public artworks in Tokyo.

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