Held at Hibiya Okuroji in Tokyo from October 23rd - 26th, 2025, Artober's third edition brought together more than 40 talented photographers and artists for four days of exhibitions, events, and pop-ups.
40+ Exhibiting Artists
Across Two Gallery Spaces
Visitors explored photography, graphic art, and paintings from more than 40 talented artists across two gallery spaces at Hibiya Okuroji.
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Awesome Events
Plus workshops & more
Artober featured four evening events alongside workshops, live painting, and an art market designed to inspire, connect, and entertain.
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One Incredible Venue
Hibiya Okuroji
Hosted in partnership with JR East at Hibiya Okuroji, the festival brought art, culture, and community together beneath Tokyo's historic railway arches.
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Play and Connect
A Chilled Night of Gaming
A relaxed evening of Mario Kart, Street Fighter, beer pong, indie games, and new connections for Tokyo's gaming community.
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Photographer & Artist
Meetup Event
Artedly's meetup brought together photographers, artists, and creatives for an evening of conversation and connection.
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Natsuki's Halloween Costume Party
Hosted by Natsuki of Abroad in Japan fame, the evening featured costumes, games, prizes, and plenty of laughs.
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In Collaboration With
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Social Design
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Psycho Love Vodka
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Tokyo Weekender
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JR East Urban Development Corp
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Bed and Craft RoKu
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The Embassy of El Salvador in Japan
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Sheepdog Theatre
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Artist in Focus:
Angel "ONHEL" AponteRaised in Brooklyn’s graffiti scene of the ’80s and ’90s, ONHEL’s work reflects the bold colors and raw energy of New York City. Beyond his Grammy-nominated music career, his paintings offer a distinct visual language rooted in the rhythm and spirit of the city that shaped him.
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Kakeru SasaKakeru is a digital illustrator from Japan, with a background in art studies in the UK. His work explores the realms of the conscious and the unconscious through surreal, fantastical landscapes, creating scenes that invite viewers into the space where reality and the subconscious overlap.
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Male CuellarBorn and based in El Salvador, Male Cuellar is a visual artist, muralist, and illustrator with over a decade of experience in the creative industry. Her work celebrates Latin American culture through vibrant explorations of nature and femininity. From large-scale murals to experimental pieces painted with coffee and matcha, Male seeks to connect people, places, and stories with color and emotion.
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AsayaBorn in Germany, Asaya left his university studies in physics, dedicated to preserving cultural traditions through his passion of woodcarving. His path led him from traditional carpentry in Sweden to Mexican woodcarving in Oaxaca, and since 2024 to Inami, Japan, where he got accepted as the first foreign apprentice under local master craftsmen
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Venue - Hibiya Okuroji
Artober unfolded across two adjacent spaces within Hibiya Okuroji, the unique cultural destination owned and operated by JR East.
The galleries showcased the work of more than 40 exceptional artists, while the Event Space hosted a varied programme of workshops, talks, performances, and activities throughout the festival.
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Pop-Ups
We were proud to collaborate with the following exceptional pop-ups, each bringing their unique flair to Artober 2025, that will enhance the festival atmosphere and offer something special for every visitor.
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Neko Neko Post
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Erica Ward
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Brownie Shots
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