*Closed on Wednesdays and Thursdays
10:00 - 17:00
Sat, Oct. 25 - Sun, Nov. 23
"Jogon-in International Art Festival 2025"
Nobunaga's temple is free.
The Jogon-in International Art Festival was held as the "Jogon-in Contemporary Art Exhibition" until last year, and this year marks its 6th anniversary as a contemporary art festival.
The theme for 2025 will be "freedom," and the setting will be Jogan-in Temple (Azuchi, Shiga), which was founded by Oda Nobunaga.
This is an introduction to approximately 40 domestic and international artists who will be exhibiting at Jogon-in Temple.
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Japan's largest number of temple-based art galleries
Artworks are displayed in every space, including the bell tower and attic.
It is a new experience that is different from ordinary art appreciation or temple visits.
It's not just art.
Various events are held on weekends and holidays at the Jogon-in International Art Festival.
Concerts, dance, butoh, talk events, calligraphy classes, tea ceremonies, etc.
I want to enjoy the art festival even more!
BEYOND
■Jogon-in Artist in Residence
This program showcases overseas artists staying and creating works while interacting with the local community. The works will be exhibited at the art festival.
■Cultural assets of Jogon-in Temple
Click here for highlights of Jogonin temple architecture and Buddhist statues
■A Moment of Relaxation
Cafes and herbal tea shops will be opening pop-up stores.
■ Nagahama International Art Festival 2025 Event Report
A sister exhibition was held this summer.
INFORMATION
Event Overview
■Date and Time
● From Saturday, October 25th to Sunday, November 23rd, 2025
* Closed on Wednesdays and Thursdays
● 10:00 to 17:00
■Admission fee
The admission fee includes admission to the temple and participation in various events within the festival (including tea and sweets at the tea ceremony).
●Same-day tickets: 1,000 yen (no advance purchases, cash only)
●Unlimited entry pass during the event: 1,500 yen
●Free for students and younger (student ID required, junior high school students and younger must be accompanied by a guardian)
●Free admission for persons with disabilities and one caregiver (disability certificate required)
■Venue
Kinshozan Jogon-in Temple
744 Jionji, Azuchi-cho, Omihachiman City, Shiga Prefecture
■Organizer
AT ARTS (International Arts Exchange NPO)
■Sponsor
Shiga Prefecture
Shiga Prefectural Board of Education
Omihachiman City
Omihachiman City Board of Education
■ Grants
FY2025 Project to Create Regional Exchanges Using Culture (Shiga Prefecture)
Jodo Tomoiki Foundation
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④Buy and Support
Small artworks and goods will be sold at the festival venue.
Proceeds support artists and help fund the festival's operations.
⑤ Partner with us
We are always seeking individuals, companies, and organizations who share our vision and wish to support our activities.
※ Volunteer recruitment is currently closed.
We would be grateful for your support through any of the above ways ①–⑤.
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To everyone
Discover art from around the world at Nobunaga's temple
Jogon-in Temple is a place that continues the spirit of Oda Nobunaga, who turned his eyes to the world. At the Jogon-in Temple International Art Festival, held in this special place, artists from Japan and abroad will bring new expressions to life through their works. We hope that this will not only be a place to enjoy the exhibitions, but also a place where artists and visitors can interact with each other and create culture. Please feel free to visit and enjoy the unique experience of this art festival.
Organized by: AT ARTS (International Arts Exchange NPO) Representative: Nonki Nishimura