AKIYA AIR

Now in Rotterdam!

AIR in MONO JAPAN Fair

AIR in MONO JAPAN Fair

From the 23rd to 25th of January, we are bringing the spirit of Yunotsu to Rotterdam through an exhibition, a lecture, and a special artist hosting.

Special Exhibition

Exploring Yunotsu Through Artists’ Eyes

Supernova Hotel | January 23–25

Discover artworks created during the AKIYA AIR residency in Yunotsu, featuring both 2024 and 2025 resident artists. The exhibition reflects how place, living traditions, and collaboration shape contemporary artistic practices.

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Photo by Gemma Wilson

Lecture of AKIYA AIR 2025

Immersive Encounters with Art, Craft, and Living Traditions

Nieuwe Instituut | January 24 | 14:30–15:30

No reservation required, Free Entrance

Presented by 2025 residents Anne Fehres & Luke Conroy and Gemma Wilson, together with Shinya Kobayashi (Founder & Chief Designer of MUJUN) and Yuka Nishida (Branding Director, Social Designer & Artist based in Yunotsu).

The lecture explores AKIYA AIR as an immersive residency where artists deepen their creative practice through dialogue with local artisans and the Yunotsu community.

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Meet with AKIYA Resident

Artist Hosting by Maan Limburg

Supernova Hotel | January 25 | 13:00-17:00

On the last day of the exhibition, we are excited to welcome one of our beloved 2024 residents, Maan Limburg, will be present in the exhibition space to meet visitors, answer questions, and share her creative journey in Yunotsu.

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Don’t miss these opportunities to immerse yourself in the vibrant, livable spirit of Yunotsu — where vacant houses become spaces of creativity, collaboration, and renewal.

Looking forward to seeing you around!