Koji Toyota is renowned as a leading figure in surf art in Japan.
Meanwhile, Ryuji Kamiyama, who gained experience in Ura-Harajuku, has been working as an artist in recent years.
The exhibition "I KNEW YOU," featuring a collaboration between two artists with deep ties to the creative unit "ULTRA HEAVY"—founded by stylist Akira Ishikawa—will open on Wednesday, June 17.
The exhibition will be held at "ART GALLERY 2" on the 10th floor of the Daimaru Tokyo store and runs through Tuesday, June 30. In addition, a reception party will be held starting at 5:00 PM on the opening day. We invite you to take this opportunity to experience works by these two leading artists—who have consistently been at the forefront of their fields—that can only be seen here.
KOJI TOYODA & RYUJI KAMIYAMA Two-Person Exhibition “I KNEW YOU”
Artists: Koji Toyota, Ryuji Kamiyama
Curated and Directed by Makoto Ikeda @ikedamakoto
Dates: Wednesday, June 17, 2026 – Tuesday, June 30, 2026
Hours: 10:00 AM–8:00 PM *Closes at 4:00 PM on the final day
Location: Daimaru Tokyo Store, 10th Floor, ART GALLERY 2
Address: 1-9-1 Marunouchi, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo
Phone: 050-1782-9393 (Direct Line)
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*Please note that some of the exhibited works may have already been sold prior to the exhibition opening.
Reception Party
Date and Time: Wednesday, June 17, 5:00 PM – 7:30 PM
Admission: Free
*Please note that you must check in at the venue to attend the reception party. When you arrive, please sign in at the counter inside the venue.
