Within the depths of our memories, we each house a special friend. One that is visible and audible only to us, yet incredibly real. They may be a gentle bear, a silent doll, or a name that exists only in whispers. They are our earliest confidants from childhood, unspoken comfort in moments of solitude, and they reflect the purest parts of our hearts — our 'imaginary friends.'

The renowned Japanese artist Yasuhito Kawasaki is a creator who continually engages in dialogue with his inner companions. In this exhibition, we invite you to step into Kawasaki's world of childlike wonder and gentle emotions, exploring these 'imaginary friends' that take the form of paintings and ceramic sculptures.

The recurring images of bears, children, and various animals in Kawasaki's works are not merely cute shapes; they are profound projections of his inner child, his past self, and an enduring innocence that has not faded. Especially notable is the iconic 'blue bear,' which embodies not only the artist's relentless pursuit of purity but can also be seen as the incarnation of an idealized imaginary friend — calm, reliable, and imbued with a hint of melancholic tenderness, always guarding the inner landscapes that wish to remain untouched by the mundane.

As the most faithful companions of the artist's inner world, these figures have quietly accompanied him over the years, and will touch every soul that gazes upon them. They remind us that even in our moments of solitude, we are not alone; somewhere within us, there is always a safe haven waiting for your return.

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