SUNRISE SPACE · CONTEMPORARY ART SPACE
Art Space
WHY US · WHY SUNRISE SPACE
Building a "Visible" Stage for Artists and Independent Brands
SUNRISE SPACE is a contemporary art space under Sunrise Business, dedicated to artists and independent brands. With curation as its core driving force, we provide one-stop space services covering art exhibitions, offline sales, event planning, and cultural exchange.
The space offers strong visual expression and social media communication potential, turning every exhibition and every salon into a content event — giving Chinese artists and brands a recognizable cultural base in Tokyo.
Space Core Commitment
1 on-site curator + 1 operations manager + 1 visual documentation team + 1 Chinese-Japanese translator. End-to-end service around the four links of "Exhibition - Sales - Events - Communication".
Services Covered · Exhibition / Sales / Events / Communication
SUNRISE SPACE · BRAND IDENTITY
The Contemporary Art Sub-Brand of Sunrise Business
"SUNRISE" signifies "the creativity of sunrise" — every artist is like an independent sunrise, carrying their own color and warmth. The space uses a red rising sun as its visual symbol, giving it high recognition among the many galleries in Tokyo.
SUNRISE SPACE
Contemporary Art · Curation · Community
Sunrise Business was founded in Japan. Its art space sub-brand SUNRISE SPACE is committed to providing a contemporary art space with the qualities of "visible, recordable, and shareable" for artists, independent brands, designers, and collectors.
FOUR PILLARS · FOUR PILLARS
Positioning · Content · Operations · Communication
The space is built on four pillars, covering the complete value chain: from creation to market for artists, from appreciation to collection for audiences, and from exposure to deep collaboration for brands.
01 · POSITIONING
Core Positioning
CORE POSITIONING
A Space for Contemporary Art Exhibition & Exchange
- Focused on solo and group exhibitions of independent artists
- Driven by curation as its core
- Building a platform for artistic creation, exhibition, and dialogue
- Art salons, talks, and sharing sessions
- Connecting artists, audiences, and collectors
02 · CONTENT
Exhibition Content
EXHIBITION CONTENT
A Rich Presentation of Diverse Contemporary Art Forms
- Painting
- Photography
- Installation
- Video / New Media
03 · OPERATION
Operations & Business Model
BUSINESS MODEL
Sustainable Operations Centered on Art
- Artwork exhibition and sales
- Artist representation for overseas artists
- Limited-edition art derivatives (Edition)
- Curatorial project collaborations (brands / institutions)
- Occasional art-themed participatory and display events
- Space amenities: coffee / drinks (enhancing the stay experience)
04 · COMMUNICATION
Space & Communication Attributes
SPACE & SOCIAL
An Art Space with Content Production & Communication Potential
- Strong visual expression and spatial narrative design
- Suitable for video documentation and content creation
- Supports social media communication (RED / TikTok / IG)
- Building a recognizable cultural space identity
SERVICE FRAMEWORK
From Move-in to Going Viral · Six-in-One Services
"Space, Curation, Sales, Events, Communication, Membership" packaged as an artist's growth capability.
01 · SPACE
Flexible Physical Space
A 200-400 sqm main hall in central Tokyo + secondary hall + lounge area + coffee bar, flexibly scheduled by exhibition period.
02 · CURATION
Curation & Artist Representation
Independent curators + themed-year program + artist representation, giving Chinese artists and brands a recognizable curatorial outlet in Tokyo.
03 · SALES
Artwork & Derivative Sales
Original sales + limited Edition + brand co-branded derivatives + cross-border logistics and tax collection services.
04 · EVENTS
Event Planning & Execution
Opening receptions, art talks, media tours, cross-industry collaborations, and private dinner parties — integrated from concept to execution.
05 · CONTENT
Content Production & Communication
Professional video documentation, distribution across RED / TikTok / IG, media invitations, and PR press support.
06 · COMMUNITY
Collector & Member Community
China-Japan dual-track membership system, collector club, annual collection report, and priority invitations to private events.
THE SPACE · PHYSICAL SPACE
Japanese Minimalism · Variable Narratives
The space adopts a Japanese minimalist white-box design; movable exhibition walls, track spotlights, and adjustable display platforms give every exhibition period its own "narrative stage".
Complemented by a lounge area / coffee bar / video wall / derivative display shelves, extending "viewing an exhibition" into a multi-touchpoint experience of "stay - converse - collect".
All galleries are equipped with professional-grade spotlights and adjustable color temperature, providing optimal lighting for painting, installation, and video works alike.
ART FORMS · ART FORMS
Six Contemporary Art Forms · Presented Across All Media
The space accommodates diverse art forms, from traditional painting to digital art, so every creator can find a presentation style of their own.
PAINTING
Painting
Easel painting, works on paper, mixed media, oil / acrylic / ink — full-process support from single pieces to series exhibitions.
PHOTOGRAPHY
Photography
Exhibitions of fine-art photography, documentary, and commercial work, with lighting and acrylic output display solutions.
INSTALLATION
Installation
Large-scale installations, spatial narratives, and immersive works, with flexible walls and variable space design.
VIDEO & NEW MEDIA
Video / New Media
Video, animation, AI-generated art, and physical NFT displays, with projection, screen, and sound field solutions.
SCULPTURE
Sculpture / 3D
Sculpture, ceramics, installation, and three-dimensional works, equipped with adjustable platforms, spotlights, and pedestals.
CROSS-BRAND
Brand Collaborations / Cross-Disciplinary
Artist x brand collaborations, limited Editions, and artist derivative series — turning "works of art" into "products".
EXHIBITION SCHEDULE · EXHIBITION SCHEDULE
Themed Year + Monthly Exhibitions + Weekend Art Fairs
The space uses "themed year + monthly solo exhibitions + weekend art fairs" as its basic scheduling units, hosting 8-10 main exhibition periods and 24+ weekend art fairs per year.
Main exhibitions run 4-6 weeks, with opening receptions, media tours, and private collector sessions; weekend art fairs are open to the public, emphasizing low-cost entry + high-frequency exposure.
Slot applications are open year-round, with the curatorial committee reviewing once a month.
COOPERATION MODES · COOPERATION MODES
Four Commercial Cooperation Modes
Covering four types of partners — artists, independent brands, institutions, and brand owners — matched with the most suitable cooperation method.
MODE A
Sales Revenue Sharing
The artist supplies the works; the space handles exhibition, sales, logistics, and after-sales, cooperating under a sales revenue-sharing model.
Best for: established artists, work series that need sales conversion
MODE B
Artist Representation
The space serves as the artist's exclusive / non-exclusive representative in Japan, handling solo and group exhibitions, commercial collaborations, and media invitations.
Best for: artists seeking to grow in the Japanese market long-term
MODE C
Limited Edition Derivatives
Launch Edition limited editions around the artist's IP (prints / sculptures / digital collectibles / co-branded merchandise), sharing distribution revenue.
Best for: artists and brands aiming for scaled commercialization
MODE D
Curatorial Project Collaboration
One-stop project delivery for brands and institutions, including curation, spatial narrative, content production, and event execution.
Best for: brand owners, art institutions, government cultural & tourism projects
FOR ARTISTS · RESIDENT ARTISTS
The Admission Path for Independent Artists and Brands
Applications are open to independent Chinese and Japanese artists, designer brands, and young art creators, with rolling reviews throughout the year.
Three admission channels are available: main exhibition slot application + weekend art fair booths + artist membership, reviewed by the curatorial committee based on artistic quality and project fit.
Once approved, a dedicated curator follows the full process covering portfolios, installation, transport, insurance, and sales.
PARTNERS · PARTNER INSTITUTIONS
Covering Art Schools · Galleries · Media · Commercial Brands
CATEGORY A
Art Schools
Tokyo University of the Arts, Tama Art University, Musashino Art University, Central Academy of Fine Arts, and more.
CATEGORY B
Galleries & Institutions
Japanese local gallery alliances, Asia Contemporary Art Week, Mori Art Museum, and more.
CATEGORY C
Media & Communication
Art News, Tokyo Art Beat, Brutus magazine, and RED art KOLs.
CATEGORY D
Commercial Brands
Art collaboration projects with Shiseido, MUJI, Beams, Sony, and other brands.
CATEGORY E
Art Weeks & Fairs
Tokyo Art Week, Art Collaboration Kyoto, Designart, and more.
CATEGORY F
Industry Associations
Japan-China Cultural Exchange Association, Tokyo Gallery Association, and more.
CATEGORY G
Auctions & Collectors
Auctions and collector clubs such as SBI Art Auction and Sealed Bid.
CATEGORY H
Education & Public
Public art education institutions such as 21_21 DESIGN SIGHT and ICC.
FOR VISITORS · VISITORS & COLLECTORS
More Than Viewing Art · Joining a Community
Visitors and collectors can apply for free membership / priority membership / collector club tiers, enjoying privileges such as opening invitations, art fair priority, art talks, and private events.
Each exhibition period features Chinese / Japanese / English guided tours in three languages, so Chinese audiences and overseas collectors can enter the art context without barriers.
A monthly collector morning tea gathering offers face-to-face meetings with artists, building sustainable dialogue and collecting relationships.
FAQ · FAQ
Questions Artists / Brands / Visitors Ask Most
The following Q&A is compiled from inquiries by past applicants and visitors.
Q1 · Can Chinese artists apply? What are the requirements?
Yes. We welcome independent Chinese and Japanese artists and designer brands. Applicants should submit a portfolio, artist CV, and intended exhibition period; the curatorial committee reviews once a month.
Q2 · How are artwork transport, insurance, and customs arranged?
The space partners with professional art logistics providers, offering door-to-door transport, ATA carnet handling, temporary import, and bonded warehousing; full-process artwork insurance can be arranged separately.
Q3 · How are artwork sales settled? What is the revenue share?
Sales are settled by revenue sharing as stipulated in the contract (default 50:50, negotiable). The space collects in JPY and can provide compliant cross-border remittance solutions for artists.
Q4 · What should a brand do if it wants a collaboration?
After matching the brand with artists in both directions, the space acts as the "curation + project execution" lead, providing concept co-creation, artist matching, production coordination, and communication and sales delivery.
Q5 · How can visitors participate? Is it free?
Main exhibitions are usually free and open to the public; some weekend art fairs are ticketed or by reservation. Opening receptions and art talks require advance booking. Follow our official RED / IG accounts for the latest schedule.
FREE CONSULTATION
Book a One-on-One Admission Consultation
Share your identity as an artist / brand and your preferred exhibition period; the curatorial manager and operations lead will follow up with a schedule and preliminary proposal.
The cooperation modes, schedules, and membership benefits listed on this page are general references; the formal agreement shall prevail in all cases.