Location: Exhibit Hall

Hours subject to change during special events (www.niwa.org/early-garden-closures)

The Japanese Friendship Garden and Museum is delighted to present an exclusive exhibition featuring the artistic legacy of Makoto Hoshina. A distinguished figure, Hoshina's artistic journey finds its place within the realm of "Realistic Modern Japanese Style Painting" (Nihonga) - Which seamlessly blends Western techniques with traditional Japanese-style and materials.

Hoshina's artistic technique stands employing Western-style methods, harnessing the power of traditional Japanese painting materials, specifically "Iwa-enogu" (mineral pigment) - a unique Japanese medium crafted from finely ground mineral-rich rocks. This fusion of mediums not only demonstrates his technical prowess, but also shows the influence of Western art in Japanese painting, thus perpetuating the legacy of an artist who skillfully navigated the intricate interplay between artistic heritage and contemporary expression.

For this exhibition, curated by Mr. Hoshina's daughter, Miyuki, a selection of paintings and a screen have been chosen from his expansive body of work.