Iconic Japanese artist Hajime Sorayama will be holding an exhibition opening on August 13, 2011 at BEAMS’s B GALLERY in Tokyo. Dubbed “Neo Japonism & Obsession,” the showcase will feature Sorayama’s signature works of erotica art on display to the public (18+). “Neo Japonism & Obsession” runs through September 5, 2011. An early version of the exhibition is also in effect now at TOKYO CULTUART by BEAMS.

B GALLERY
3-32-6 Shinjuku
Shinjuku, Tokyo
Japan
Tel: 5368.7309

For decades, celebrated Japanese artist Hajime Sorayama’s iconography has explored the themes of desire, pleasure and pain fusing these experiences in images of men, women, consumer goods and weaponry. On display now at the Gering & Lopez Gallery in New York is an encompassing retrospective spanning the last four decades of Sorayama’s illustrious career. Surrealistic depictions of Hollywood starlets, pin-up models and lustrous chrome skinned robots in erotic poses is as much a commentary on our conceptions of glamor and sexual desire, as well as the shifting mores and ideal of society progressing through the years of wars and progression of technology. The exhibit runs until February 19 so be sure to stop by and check it out if you’re in the vicinity.

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Esteemed Japanese artist Hajime Sorayama will be bringing his talents to the states next month as the Gering & Lopez Gallery in New York City announce an upcoming retrospective solo show. Titled 1970-2010, the exhibition will highlight past and present work from Sorayama, known for the hyper-realistic images of women he creates using brush, pencil, acrylic and paint. Stay tuned for exact dates, although at the moment the exhibition is listed for January 2011 through February 2011.

Gering & Lopez Gallery
730 Fifth Avenue
New York, NY 10019
United States
Tel: 646.336.7183

The Hajime Sorayama Tokyo Solo Exhibition began this past weekend in the Japanese capital as it showcased the talents of the famed pin-up artist. Known for his work in combining robots and eroticism, Hajime Sorayama’s original break-through was in 1983 with his “Sexy Robot”.

Hajime Sorayama Tokyo Solo Exhibition
Shirokane Art Complex
3-1-15 Shirokane
Minato-ku, Tokyo

Photography: Saki Tagami

Famed Japanese artist Hajime Sorayama will be opening a new solo exhibition this month at the Shirokane Art Complex in Tokyo. The show looks to feature the artist’s iconic style, which brought him fame back in 1978 after the debut of his robot series of airbrushed paintings. This new exhibition opens on May 22nd, 2010 (6pm-8pm).

Shirokane Art Complex
3-1-15 Shirokane
Minato-ku, Tokyo

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The Hajime Sorayama x OriginalFake KAWS No Future Companion blew away many collectors and KAWS fans alike for its awesome detailing and intricacies as it combined the icons of KAWS’ Companion and Hajime Sorayama’s “No Future” concept. Originally releasing in a darker color, the silver version has popped up in the offfical KAWS retail store. 500 individually numbered pieces feature fully articulate joints and a silver finish. Available now at KAWSONE.com with a retail price of $980 USD.

Following up on the widely successful release of their No Future Companion collaboration, famous Japanese artist Hajime Sorayama continues his efforts alongside OriginalFake with a silver (almost chrome looking) version of the No Future Companion. The figure should see a release via Kawsone.com as well as an official launch this coming weekend at the OriginalFake flagship store in Tokyo.

Coming off the announcement of his collaborative figure release with KAWS, cult Japanese artist Hajime Sorayama works up three new t-shirts designs for French label Sixpack. The lineup consists of two white tees and a black version, all showcasing Sorayama’s unique brand of robotic artwork. Available now at colette.

OriginalFake unveils a closer look into the highly anticipated collaborative metal figure concoction between KAWS and famed Japanese illustrator Hajime Sorayama. A manifestation of Hajime Sorayama’s original painting in 2006, the 13″ figure comes to life with a fully-posable robotic metal finish. The No Future Companion, produced by OriginalFake/Medicom Toy, will see a release this Saturday June 27th, with a retail price of $980 USD via Kawsone.com.

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OriginalFake pulls the covers off their next highly anticipated collectible offering, the Sorayama Companion. The coming together of Hajime Sorayama’s Future Mickey Mouse and Companion is reflected in the robotic implementations as well as the metallic finish which go alongside the familiar Companion character. The re-appropriation is cast in metal with some unconfirmed details including a height of 33 cm (approximately 13 inches) and a weight of 3 kg (approximately 6.6 lbs). Pricing has been also suggested anywhere from $963 USD (¥92,400 JPY) – $1100 USD.