About Art Collaboration Kyoto 2025

Art Collaboration Kyoto (ACK) is a distinctive contemporary art fair that takes place each year in Kyoto, Japan. Founded in 2021, ACK is known for its unique focus on collaboration, particularly between Japanese and international galleries, which are paired together in shared exhibition booths. This format fosters deeper cultural exchange and dialogue, making the fair stand out from more traditional art market events.

Set against the backdrop of Kyoto’s rich cultural and historical setting, the fair blends modern art with a strong sense of place. In addition to the gallery presentations, ACK includes curated exhibitions, artist talks, and educational programs, many of which take place at culturally significant sites throughout the city. One section, known as “Kyoto Meetings,” highlights artists and galleries with direct ties to the region, further reinforcing the fair’s local connections.

The scale of the fair remains intimate, typically involving a select number of galleries, which allows visitors to engage more closely with the works on view. By combining global perspectives with local sensibilities, ACK creates an environment that promotes meaningful collaboration and long-term relationships across the international art world. Its emphasis on shared values and creative partnership positions it as a standout event in the Asian art calendar.

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Address
Kyoto International Conference Center and others
Takaragaike, Sakyo-ku,
606-0001 Japan
Dates
Preview:
Thurs 13 November, *by invitation only

Public Days:
Friday– Sunday, 14–16 Nov 2025

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