Event

GARDE will present the group exhibition “Sprouting in GreenPoint” at GOCA by Garde—the art gallery operated by GARDE—from Thursday, November 20 through Saturday, December 20, 2025.

This exhibition features works by seven artists who honed their skills at MATSUYAMA STUDIO, led by internationally renowned contemporary artist Tomokazu Matsuyama, based in New York. Through the creations of these New York–based artists, the exhibition showcases the creative energy nurtured at MATSUYAMA STUDIO and the expanding expressive horizons of a new generation.

MATSUYAMA STUDIO is known not only as Tomokazu Matsuyama’s creative base but also as a place where emerging artists refine their international perspectives and skills. Many have launched from this environment onto the global stage. This exhibition marks the moment when the next generation of talent, inheriting this artistic legacy, steps out of the studio to shine with their own light.

The title “Sprouting in GreenPoint” reflects Greenpoint, Brooklyn, New York, where MATSUYAMA STUDIO is based—a neighborhood rich in diversity and creativity. “Green” symbolizes youth, vitality, and growth, while “Point” represents a starting point or focal point. Together, the words capture the moment when artists take root and begin their journey toward the future. Talent nurtured in Greenpoint spreads across the globe, and the artists shaping the next era grow with energy and vigor—this title embodies that hope and dynamism.

Through this exhibition, GOCA by Garde celebrates and supports the creative journeys of young Japanese artists trained at MATSUYAMA STUDIO, providing them with a platform to share their work with the world.

About MATSUYAMA STUDIO

Based in New York, Matsuyama Studio is a world-renowned contemporary art studio led by artist Tomokazu Matsuyama. The studio recruits emerging artists as members of its production and design team, providing ongoing support to help them eventually succeed as independent visual artists. To this end, the studio opens its space beyond regular working hours and on weekends, fostering an environment where staff can freely pursue their own creative projects. Additionally, by planning and hosting exhibitions for its affiliated artists, the studio provides opportunities to showcase their work and actively promotes their art to the media.
Official Website: https://www.matzu.net/

Exhibiting Artists

Mariko Fujimoto / Tsukasa Kanawa / Kazuki Onohara / Ryuichiro Kawaue / Hosanna E. Amemiya / Gunoterre / Keiko Fukuda

Exhibition Overview

Title: “Sprouting in GreenPoint”
Dates: Thursday, November 20 – Saturday, December 20, 2025
Venue: GOCA by Garde, 515 W 23rd St, New York, NY 10011
Admission: Free
Official Website: https://www.goca.gallery/

 

Artist Profile

Mariko Fujimoto

Born in Tokyo in 1991, Mariko Fujimoto graduated from Tama Art University in 2014 with a major in oil painting and relocated to New York in 2021. Her work explores themes of memory, emotion, and shifts in perspective within everyday life. Based in both Tokyo and New York, she has held two solo exhibitions in Tokyo and three in New York. She has also participated in numerous group exhibitions, including Parallel City – 6 Artists, 1 Studio, Infinity Worlds (2025) at FOAM CONTEMPORARY in GINZA SIX. Her works are included in collections such as the Hirosaki Museum of Contemporary Art.
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mariko_fujimoto/

 

Tsukasa Kanawa

Born in Komaki City, Aichi Prefecture, Tsukasa Kanawa is based in Brooklyn, where he explores the interplay of rhythm, light, sound, time, and space on canvas, drawing inspiration from club culture. His style, which involves improvising with color and light much like a DJ manipulates sound, has garnered considerable attention. His works are included in the collection of the Hirosaki Museum of Contemporary Art.
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tsukasa_kanawa/

 

Kazuki Onohara

After working on background art for traditional Japanese theater—including Kabuki, Bunraku, and Kyogen—Kazuki Onohara relocated to New York in 2021. He creates symbolic works exploring the theme of “invisible entities” through contemporary motifs and continues to challenge himself with new artistic styles.
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kazuki_onohara

 

Ryuichiro Kawaue

Ryuichiro Kawaue graduated from the Faculty of Arts and Culture at the University of Toyama in 2018 and has been based in New York since 2023. His work explores the boundary between thought and sensation, capturing subtle moments of daily life through a philosophical lens and reinterpreting them as paintings.
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kawaue_ryu/

 

Hosanna E. Amemiya

After graduating from Tama Art University, Hosanna E. Amemiya relocated to New York. He adapts his artistic style to diverse themes and actively exhibits his work both in the United States and internationally.
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ameee.art/

 

Gunoterre

Gunoterre graduated from Nihon University College of Art. After working in Tokyo, Gunoterre relocated to the United States. The work is characterized by delicate, predominantly white colors and reflects Japanese aesthetic sensibilities. Public art installations have been created at Otemachi Station and for long-established shops. In recent years, a new series has been developed that blends three-dimensional elements with two-dimensional surfaces, exploring themes of memory and regeneration.
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/guno.terre/

 

Keiko Fukuda

Keiko Fukuda, born in Nagasaki Prefecture, creates colorful, texturally rich works inspired by animals, nature, dance, windows, and more. She is also active as a picture book author and art instructor. In 2025, she participated in a residency at Kinhouse Gallery in the United States.
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/keikofukudart/

 

GOCA by Garde

GOCA by Garde, an art gallery operated by GARDE, is located in New York’s Chelsea district and specializes in contemporary art from Japan and Asia. Through paintings, sculptures, and ceramics, the gallery introduces both emerging and established artists, aiming to promote cultural exchange and dialogue.

The Chelsea district is renowned as one of the world’s leading centers for art and culture, currently home to approximately 200 galleries showcasing a wide range of works, from exhibitions by renowned artists to experimental projects by emerging talents.

In this dynamic Chelsea setting, GARDE leverages its expertise in spatial design and its network of artists to create a space where art enthusiasts can gather and engage. We anticipate that the inspiration and possibilities born from GOCA by Garde will positively impact society through the power of art.

©Takeshi Sumi

The exhibition “Dégagé The Visual & Story Archive” by ballet wear brand unoa was held at GARDE Gallery in Aoyama, Tokyo.

Guided by the concept “Your spirit dances with joy,” unoa offers a range of wear from simple, timeless pieces to boldly expressive designs. From children who enjoy ballet as a hobby to professional dancers performing on the world stage, unoa creates wear that supports everyone who loves ballet. Through an integrated production process at its own atelier, the brand achieves both ease of movement and graceful lines.

Dancewear that beautifully showcases the body, uplifts the spirit, and transforms the atmosphere.

 

Creative Director Hiroko Unosawa shared in an interview:

“The ‘a’ in unoa stands for art, while ‘uno’ is derived from my surname. Above all, I focus on highlighting the beauty of the dancer’s body, ensuring comfort, and keeping the designs simple.

During my time as a dancer, maintaining motivation through daily lessons was essential. Because it’s a profession that demands such discipline, I found that seeing a beautiful reflection in the mirror lifted my spirits and changed the energy I projected.

I want to continue creating wear that supports dancers in this way and brings a sense of confidence and joy to everyone who wears it.”

 

We aim to share the richness and artistry of ballet beyond the boundaries of the dance industry.

 

Ms. Rina Kumano, President and CEO of Rinamond Co., Ltd., the company that has operated unoa since its founding, shared:

“Since the brand’s inception, our team has tirelessly refined each creation—bringing to life Director Unozawa’s sensibility as a ballet dancer, her devotion to beauty, and her artistic vision through continuous exploration and an uncompromising pursuit of quality.

Building on that foundation, we have delivered high-quality products that many customers truly cherish and incorporate into their daily practice.

Moving forward, we aim to continue evolving into a company that shares the richness and artistry of ballet beyond industry boundaries, connecting with people across diverse fields through our activities.”

 

Ballet culture is both an art form expressed through the body and a unique form of entertainment. At GARDE, whether through the operation of New York’s GOCA art gallery or various domestic and international projects, we frequently engage with art as both a visual expression and a spatial experience.

Ballet, as a visual art expressed through the body, has evolved over centuries by incorporating contemporary elements and now stands as a comprehensive art form that unites music, choreography, and stage design. Through conversations with the two directors and this exhibition, I came to understand that ballet wear plays a vital role in shaping the dancer’s body and enhancing the artistry of the performance.

As GARDE Gallery’s first ballet wear exhibition, we were honored to provide the space for this showcase. We are deeply grateful to all the visitors and everyone who supported the event, knowing that we were once again able to contribute to the promotion of the arts and culture.

 

Dégagé The Visual & Story Archive Exhibition Overview

Dates: Tuesday, October 28 – Friday, October 31, 2025 (Exhibition closed)
Venue: ALLIANCE 4F, GARDE Gallery
5-2-1 Minami-Aoyama, Minato-ku, Tokyo

unoa Official Website: https://www.unoa-jp.com/
Rinamond Official Website: https://rinamondk.wixsite.com/mysite
GARDE Official Website: https://www.garde-intl.com/

On Tuesday, October 21, TOKYO MODE GAKUEN hosted an open interim review for the Digital × Fashion Award, featuring presentations by current students and a panel discussion with metaverse experts. The event was held at Hall A within the main campus (Cocoon Tower) as part of an ongoing industry–academia collaboration with GARDE.

Following the pitch-style presentations of each student project, a panel discussion titled “The Present and Future of Digital Development” took place, moderated by Masahito Kamekawa from GARDE’s Metaverse Division.
Panelists included Emily Choi and Ami Kamiyama from CLO Virtual Fashion Japan G.K., a global leader in 3D simulation technology for the fashion industry, and Takuji Kakuda, CEO of Mondrian Inc., a strategic partner of GARDE’s Metaverse Division.

For the Digital × Fashion Award, students created 3D avatar fashion under the theme “Casual Party Wear for the Metaverse.” Ten selected works were presented for interim evaluation, accompanied by a digital audience vote conducted via Google Forms.
Based on these results, the works chosen in the final selection* will be implemented in a fashion show scheduled to be held within the online game “Fortnite.”
*The final judging is scheduled for late 2025.

The Future of Fashion Through Cutting-Edge 3D Simulation Technology

The presentations highlighted how 3D digital technology, once considered merely a production tool for apparel creation, is rapidly evolving through the integration of CLO’s advanced simulation systems.

This innovation enables apparel brands to operate 3D platforms as comprehensive systems, facilitating collaboration across marketing, product development, merchandising, PR, and sales. The discussion also examined the global expansion of this approach and its potential to reshape the fashion industry.
The event offered valuable insights not only for students preparing for creative careers but also for participating companies exploring new digital workflows.

In the past, even companies that invested heavily in 3D tools often reverted to traditional workflows or maintained isolated systems across departments, which hindered effective collaboration and marketing.
Today, state-of-the-art 3D simulation technology is driving a paradigm shift—from using these tools as standalone applications to implementing them as integrated, cross-functional systems.

Event Overview:
“The Present and Future of Digital Development” — Digital × Fashion Award Interim Review

Date: Tuesday, May 21, 2025 (Public event concluded)
Venue: TOKYO MODE GAKUEN Main Campus (Cocoon Tower) Hall A
TOKYO MODE GAKUEN Official Website: https://www.mode.ac.jp/tokyo
GARDE Official Website: https://www.garde-intl.com/
“COCO WARP” Metaverse Museum, Produced by GARDE: https://www.cocowarp.com/

The international art fair Tokyo Gendai, where some of the world’s most notable contemporary art comes together under one roof, was held at PACIFICO Yokohama. Amid a lineup of world-renowned galleries from Japan and abroad, GOCA by GARDE, which arrived from New York, participated in collaboration with Koichi Yamamura Gallery, presenting and selling works by Yuken Teruya.

Based between Okinawa and Berlin, Teruya is an internationally acclaimed artist known for his witty and critical installations that explore themes such as Okinawa’s history, social systems, geopolitics, and consumerism. His works have been featured in prestigious museums and exhibitions around the world, including the Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum and the Centre Pompidou-Metz.

During the VIP Preview and Vernissage on September 11, art collectors and industry professionals gathered to explore the exhibits of all 66 participating galleries. The GOCA booth welcomed a large number of visitors and achieved strong sales results. We extend our heartfelt gratitude to everyone who visited and supported us at the event.

Tokyo Gendai 2025 Exhibition Overview (Exhibition Closed)

Dates: September 11 (Thu) – 14 (Sat), 2025
Venue: PACIFICO Yokohama
Official Website: https://tokyogendai.com/

GARDE and TOKYO MODE GAKUEN, a professional college that cultivates talent ready to excel in fashion, design, business, interior, graphic, and beauty industries, are launching the “Digital Fashion Award” as a new industry–academia collaboration project.
As the first initiative, a free event titled “The Present and Future of Digital Fashion Development” will be held at TOKYO MODE GAKUEN Hall A on Tuesday, October 21, 2025, alongside the preliminary judging for the award.

About the “Digital Fashion Award”

In recent years, the fashion industry has rapidly adopted the 3D development tool “CLO”. However, its use often remains limited to sample production or internal reviews, and has yet to be fully leveraged for new revenue opportunities such as marketing, e-commerce, or metaverse deployment.

Through this project, GARDE and TOKYO MODE GAKUEN aim to explore the potential for secondary utilization and monetization of digital assets, using the creativity of next-generation student designers as the foundation.

Under the theme “Casual Party on Metaverse” (avatar fashion for a casual party in the metaverse), approximately 80 student design sketches were submitted. Ten designs will be selected and converted into CLO data. During the event, participants will cast votes in an interim judging session.
The top five designs, chosen through audience voting, will be implemented in Fortnite, the online game operated by Epic Games, and unveiled in early 2026 through a virtual runway that fuses gaming and fashion. The grand prize-winning design will be decided from among these finalists.

Fortnite Official Website: https://www.fortnite.com/

Background of the GARDE × TOKYO MODE GAKUEN Collaboration

This initiative leverages the strengths of both institutions to highlight new possibilities for fashion in the age of the metaverse.
TOKYO MODE GAKUEN has developed an educational curriculum utilizing CLO to nurture practical digital fashion skills among students, broadening career paths beyond apparel into digital, gaming, and IT fields.

Meanwhile, GARDE, with 11 global offices and extensive experience in spatial design, has also been developing projects that merge physical and digital realms, such as the COCOWARP Virtual Museum. For this award, GARDE will oversee the Fortnite implementation and venue design, ensuring that garment details are faithfully reproduced.

By combining student creativity with GARDE’s technical expertise, the award goes beyond academic training to provide hands-on professional experience. It also offers students valuable exposure to industry partners while enabling the fashion sector to explore new models for digital asset utilization.

COCOWARP Official Website: https://www.cocowarp.com/

Panel Discussion: “The Present and Future of Digital Fashion Development”

The event will feature a panel discussion with leading voices from the metaverse industry, exploring the latest trends and opportunities in digital fashion development.

Traditionally, 3D data and development tools have been adopted primarily as cost-saving measures. This session will explore how these assets can instead be transformed into marketing and monetization tools in the metaverse era.

Key discussion points include:

• “Are you leaving your 3D data unused within your company?”
• “Have you struggled to see results from implementation and hesitated to take the next step?”

Panelists will share concrete strategies and business models for transforming digital fashion into a core revenue source, creating a cross-industry dialogue on fashion DX and the next stage of digital innovation.

Panelists:　CLO Virtual Fashion Japan – Emily Choi, Ami Kamiyama
GARDE – Takuji Kakuda

Event Overview

Target Audience: Apparel companies; digital and metaverse-related businesses
Date: Tuesday, October 21, 2025
Time: 13:00–15:00 (Doors open at 12:50)
Venue: TOKYO MODE GAKUEN Hall A
Address: 1-7-3 Nishi-Shinjuku, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo 160-0023
Access: https://www.mode.ac.jp/tokyo/access

Program:
12:50　Doors open
13:00　Opening remarks / Introduction of the TOKYO MODE GAKUEN × GARDE collaboration
Student presentations of award entries
13:30　Panel discussion: “The Present and Future of Digital Fashion Development”
14:10　Networking session / Interim judging for the award
14:50　Closing remarks

Program details are subject to change.

Participation Fee: Free
Registration Form: https://forms.gle/D6f323NEM65WchCs7

Please register via the form above. Registration will close once capacity is reached.

About TOKYO MODE GAKUEN
Located just three minutes on foot from Shinjuku Station, TOKYO MODE GAKUEN is a professional college that fosters industry-ready professionals across fashion, design, business, interior, graphics, and beauty.
With an industry-integrated curriculum, it has achieved a 100% job placement rate for 18 consecutive years (since FY2007).
Its three major guarantee systems — the “Complete Employment Guarantee,” “National Qualification Pass Guarantee,” and “Salary Guarantee” — demonstrate its confidence in student outcomes.
Website：https://www.mode.ac.jp/tokyo