The Beginning Place - Nara Yoshitomo

Explore over a decade of Yoshitomo Nara’s creative evolution in this compelling exhibition catalogue from the Aomori Museum of Art—home to the world’s largest public collection of his work. Featuring highlights from Nara’s student years to his recent post-disaster reflections, the book offers an in-depth look at his emotional, socially conscious art in the wake of the 2011 Great East Japan Earthquake. With over 180 works curated across years of exhibitions and special commissions, this volume is an essential resource for fans of contemporary Japanese art, Nara’s global influence, and the emotional power of visual storytelling.