Museum of Japanese Tales at Chiossone: Tokuko Tajima’s Ceramics Between Tradition and Contemporary A

Museum of Japanese Tales: contemporary ceramics at the Chiossone

From March 20 to April 19 the Museo d’Arte Orientale Edoardo Chiossone in Genoa hosts the exhibition Museum of Japanese Tales, featuring ceramic works by Tokuko Tajima. Born from a diploma project at the Accademia Ligustica di Belle Arti, the show explores the relationship between Japanese folktales and the museum’s holdings.

Curated by Jacopo Marchioretto and Sabrina Marzagalli, the installation places contemporary creations alongside a selection of works drawn from the Chiossone’s reserves, chosen in collaboration with the museum’s curators. The layout fosters an immersive experience that highlights visual and narrative connections between historical pieces and modern practice.

Each artwork is paired with a QR code providing access to an audio guide with in-depth texts, offering visitors contextual keys to the stories and cultural references that inspired the artist.

Why visit

• See how contemporary ceramics reinterpret narratives of Japanese culture.
• Discover works from the museum’s storage displayed in conversation with new pieces.
• Use QR-enabled digital content to deepen your understanding of the exhibited themes.

Tokuko Tajima, originally from Osaka and based in Genoa, transitioned from painting studies at the Accademia Ligustica to a ceramic-focused practice that draws heavily on Japanese cultural references. Alongside her art, she produces cultural content that helps bridge traditional and contemporary perspectives.

Practical information

• Dates: 20 March 2026 – 19 April 2026
• Venue: Museo d’Arte Orientale Edoardo Chiossone, Genoa
• Opening: 20 March, 5:00 PM
• Details and opening hours: please refer to the museum's official channels for ticketing and schedules

The exhibition reaffirms the historic link between the Accademia Ligustica and the Chiossone collection, enhancing the educational role of the museum and providing fresh inspiration for emerging artists. It is a recommended visit for those interested in the intersections of Japanese tradition and contemporary art practice.