Chiharu Shiota: Between Worlds
Istanbul Modern is hosting a solo exhibition by Japanese artist Chiharu Shiota as part of the 100th anniversary celebrations of diplomatic relations between Japan and Turkey. Undoubtedly, the most striking feature of the exhibition is the large-scale installation the artist created specifically for Istanbul Modern. Curated by Öykü Özsoy Sağnak and Yazın Öztürk, the exhibition focuses on themes such as memory, existence, migration, journeys, and the human experience—subjects Shiota frequently explores through various mediums, including performance, video, installation, and painting.
Shiota developed the monumental installation, titled Between Worlds, which also lends its name to the exhibition, inspired by Istanbul’s unique position. Representing Japan at the Venice Biennale in 2015, Shiota now offers visitors at Istanbul Modern the chance to delve into personal and collective narratives associated with memory through this captivating work.
The exhibition is on view at Istanbul Modern from September 6 to April 20.