Shinjiro Tanaka | Multimedia Artist

Shinjiro Tanaka

Multimedia Artist / Creative Director

Shinjiro Tanaka is a Tokyo-based multimedia artist exploring the in-between, where analog meets digital, body meets technology, and life meets death.

Rooted in the Japanese concept of Hazama, his work transforms rhythm, movement, and emotion into visual form.

Using primitive yet universal motifs such as dots and lines, Tanaka reveals the invisible energy that connects people and places.

Working across murals, installations, and live audiovisual performance, he treats each space as a field where order meets improvisation and structure meets rhythm.

His projects range from collaborations with global brands to community-based works in Noto and Minamisoma, where art becomes a means to rebuild connection and hope.

Tanaka sees art as a bridge that links people, cultures, and worlds.

Through Hazama, he continues to create works that cross boundaries and open new dialogues between art and society, the tangible and the unseen.

Mural

Murals created through listening and dialogue with the space and community.
Each wall reflects the rhythm of its surroundings, capturing moments where everyday life and imagination meet.
The process itself becomes part of the work — a record of connection that remains in public view.

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Live & Visual Works

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Live & Visual Works merge drawing, sound, light, and space in real time.
Each project unfolds as an improvisational dialogue—sometimes with dancers, musicians, or visual artists—where analog gestures and digital visuals respond to one another, transforming the environment into a shared field of energy.

Artworks

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Artworks exploring the quiet connections that exist between all things.
From delicate cellular patterns to simple lines, each piece captures the rhythm and balance that flow through life.
They reflect a constant search for harmony between movement and stillness, chaos and calm.

Projects

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Projects span collaborations with artists, brands, and cultural organizations.
From murals and spatial installations to campaigns, each project translates artistic ideas into real-world environments—connecting people, space, and culture.

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Springbeast Festival 2026, Stockholm

Participation in Springbeast Festival 2026, a street art festival in Stockholm, Sweden.

Artists from around the world gather in Snösätra, transforming the area into an open-air environment through live painting, music, and cultural programs.

A new mural will be created on site.

Springbeast Festival 2026
May 14–17, 2026
Snösätra, Stockholm, Sweden

TOKYO STREETS X - 4 WPÜ

I will be participating in the group exhibition “TOKYO STREETS X - 4 WPÜ”, taking place this April at WPU Gallery Shinjuku, Tokyo.

This exhibition brings together photography, art, and music, featuring over 40 photographers, artists, and DJs presenting their work in a shared space.

Originally founded in Tokyo by photographer and curator Adam Benedicto, TOKYO STREETS has grown into an international platform connecting creatives worldwide through exhibitions, publications, and collaborations.

Exhibition Info

Title
TOKYO STREETS X - 4 WPÜ

Venue
WPU Gallery Shinjuku

Date
April 21 - 26, 2026

Time
11:00 - 20:00

Event Program

Photowalk
April 22

DJ Sets
April 24 - 26

Reception Party
April 25

Participating Artists (selected)

Cody Miles
Eijiro Hamada
freek369
heret frasthio
Joji Shimamoto
LAZY BURRITO CLUB
Marinko
MARBLE BORG
Milo
QUAZZ
Richard Heselton
Shinjiro Tanaka
The Spilt Ink
Wayne Buchner
Young HAMA
Yusuke Nagata
Adam Benedan

and more to be announced

Solo Exhibition "Broken, Yet Still Golden"

Shinjiro Tanaka Solo Exhibition
“Broken, yet still golden”

March 6 (Fri) – March 15 (Sun)
@historia_shimokitazawa

Opening Hours
Sun / Mon / Tue: 1:00–6:00 PM
Wed / Thu: 1:00–9:00 PM
Fri / Sat: 1:00–10:00 PM

Reception Party
Friday, March 6 | 7:00–10:00 PM

This exhibition explores the themes of destruction and repair—not as a process of creating something new, but as a way of reconsidering the value, dignity, and beauty that persist within a world that has been irreversibly altered.

The cracks and fractures across the works evoke the fault lines of our contemporary world—war, polarization, pandemics, economic inequality—while also reflecting inner wounds and unspoken pain carried by individuals. These moments of rupture are not erased; they remain as history and lived experience.

The golden lines are not decorative attempts to conceal damage. They mark traces of value and spirit that continue to exist within what has been broken. Even after breaking, something within still glows. Recognizing and cherishing this presence is the first step toward extending compassion beyond oneself.

Through drawings, video, and sculptural works, the exhibition creates a space that engages the viewer’s senses and imagination from multiple perspectives. In an era shaped by AI and efficiency, where our ability to feel the world directly is diminishing, this exhibition quietly asks: after everything has broken, what do we still hold onto, and can we carry that value forward into the world?

Acom ‘Let’s Start What You Want to Do!’ Project 2025

Artist Shinjiro Tanaka guided Ishikawa-based creator Riku Hatakeyama in realizing a mural inspired by Noto’s traditional rituals Aenokoto and Wajima’s lacquer culture. The work symbolizes prayer, regeneration, and circulation as part of Acom’s national project supporting new challenges. Project supporter and former Japan national footballer Tomoaki Makino joined the completion ceremony held at the Noto Fukkō Lab in Wajima, Ishikawa.

arts-a-glow

Shinjiro Tanaka will participate in Arts-A-Glow 2025, a community light and art festival held in downtown Burien, Washington — just south of Seattle.
Celebrating its 18th year, the event transforms the city into a glowing open-air gallery featuring projection mapping, light art installations, roving performers, and hands-on experiences for all ages.

Tanaka will present new audiovisual works continuing his exploration of Hazama — the in-between, bringing rhythm, movement, and light into the public space.

📍 Date: September 6, 2025 (Sat) | Location: Downtown Burien / Town Square Park

Welling Walls

Shinjiro Tanaka Joins NYC-Based Public Art Project “Welling Walls”

Multimedia artist Shinjiro Tanaka, born in Los Angeles and raised in Tokyo, has joined the Welling Walls public mural initiative in New York City.

Welling Walls is a global public art project that transforms walls into symbols of healing, empathy, and emotional resilience. Selected artists from around the world are invited to create murals that uplift communities and open space for connection and reflection.

Shinjiro contributed a new mural that reflects his signature style — intricate lines and dots inspired by microscopic textures, layered with the bold spirit of street culture. His work creates a quiet yet powerful presence, inviting viewers into a contemplative moment amidst the urban rush.

This marks Shinjiro’s third mural project in the United States, deepening his dialogue with cities and communities across borders.

Participation in Sakurazaka46’s 12th Single “Make or Break” Hit Campaign

Shinjiro Tanaka took part in the hit-campaign segment for Sakurazaka46’s 12th single “Make or Break” (released on June 25, 2025), supporting the group’s new center, Mio Matono, as she created a large-scale artwork for the first time.

In this special企画, Matono—known for her drawing ability—challenged herself to produce a giant artwork as part of the promotional rollout for the new single. Shinjiro provided creative guidance on composition, process management, and techniques unique to working at such a large scale.

The completed artwork was later exhibited at Shibuya Sakura Stage, where it drew significant attention from visitors.

To see how Matono stepped into her role as the new center through this ambitious artistic challenge, please check the broadcast and exhibition highlights.

Evolute Academia of New York

A new mural by Shinjiro Tanaka has been completed on the stairway leading up to the rooftop of Evolute Academia in Flushing, New York.
The piece transforms the transitional space into a flowing passage of movement and light — a visual reminder of ascent and transformation.

Deep gratitude to Kai (@kai_777rawstreet) for the invitation and trust, and to Jinschan (@jinschan) for opening up the space.
Tanaka hopes the mural will serve as a small source of inspiration for everyone who passes through.

Drink&Draw

Drink & Draw vol.10
10.18 [Fri] 5pm-8pm
Sekimachi Cellar (@sekimachi_cellar)
1-1-8 Sekimachi Higashi, Nerima, Tokyo
Entrance Free

Come enjoy a creative evening at Sekimachi Cellar, a historic sake shop in Nerima, Tokyo!

This is our 10th "Drink & Draw" event, where you can relax with drinks and draw, even if you're not good at it. The goal is to have fun, get a fresh perspective, and connect with others through simple drawing games for individuals and groups. You can join at any time, and we’ll explain everything on the spot.

We'll also have snacks from Yamaneco Lodge (@yamaneco_lodge), starting from 500 yen. Enjoy them with your drinks!

This&That Vol. 47: “Colors of the City”

This&That Vol. 47: “Colors of the City”
On Friday October 4th, join us for a special edition of "This&That" as we celebrate the grand unveiling of the finished murals from the Pentel x Mural Rookies Project. Marking our first event held at BnA_WALL, the lineup for this special event features everything from acoustic vibes and indie electronica to live painting and interactive art installations. Of course this event also marks the debut of the new murals created at BnA_WALL and the nearby A.I.R BUILDING, which will also be celebrating the debut of their own Pentel x Mural Rookies “Sounds of the City” mural. Come together to inspire, be inspired, and celebrate the vibrancy of Tokyo's art scene.

CHUMS x SHINJIRO TANAKA

SHINJIRO TANAKA is an artist who uses primitive motifs such as dots and lines to express themes like his views on life and death, the interconnectedness of life, and the potential of human beings. Drawing from his experience as a dancer, his works exhibit dynamism through rhythmic structures and vibrant colors. His collaboration with CHUMS, a U.S.-based outdoor brand founded in 1983, was born under the concept of "Re: Play," which emphasizes the importance of the analog body and the joy of playfully connecting with others.

The concept of "Re: Play" combines "Re:," meaning "reply" as a recognition of others, and "Play" to encourage the rediscovery of playfulness. In a world becoming increasingly digital, especially with the rise of AI and the web, and the distancing effects of the COVID-19 pandemic, human connections have become weaker. "Re: Play" invites people to reassess the value of the analog body, rediscover the beauty of everyday life, and enjoy playful connections with others.

CHUMS was originally created by a river guide in Utah who invented the brand's first product, a glasses holder, to keep his sunglasses secure. Today, CHUMS continues to bring fun and playfulness into daily life through its outdoor accessories.

New Style Hustle party at Rep Music Cafe

The event was held at the newly opened "REP Music Cafe" in Brooklyn. Enjoy beats spun by Brooklyn Terry and Silent H, mesmerizing visual art by Shinjiro Tanaka, and indulge in delicious coffee and mocktails.

As I'm heading back to Japan the following Monday, I'd love to share a toast with you all. See you there! 🎉

◆Date
5/19(SUN)
4-10pm

◆Venue
REP music cafe
450 Nostrand Ace East Williamsburg, Brooklyn
@therepmusiccafe

◆Guest DJs
Silent H @dj.silent.h
Brooklyn Terry @brooklynterryef

◆Visual Art
Shinjiro Tanaka @tnk02

◆Entrance
4-6pm $10
6-10pm $15

Presented by
@jeff_newstylehustle
@zabu_newstylehustle
@zabu_teamblackstarz

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