"HERALBONY Art Prize 2026 Exhibition" to be held again this year
Good evening, this is Marie from the HERALBONY staff.
Following last year's successful "HERALBONY Art Prize Exhibition" which attracted many visitors, we will be holding it again this year starting Saturday, May 30, 2026, at the Earth Garden on the 1st floor of the Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation East Building.
> Special Site｜HERALBONY Art Prize 2026 Exhibition
All 62 works, including the Grand Prize winner, on display
Kaa-Han Mooi (Netherlands)
"Zonder titel (Untitled)"
Year: 2023
Medium: Colored pencil, paper
Size: 704×1030mm
After a rigorous selection process from an overwhelming 2,943 submissions—significantly more than last year—the Grand Prize was awarded to "Zonder titel (Untitled)" by Dutch artist Kaa-Han Mooi. The work is characterized by a deep emerald green base, with multiple layers of blue-green, yellowish-green, and muted olive, creating a serene depth reminiscent of gazing into a water surface.
Kaa-Han, who has shown interest in drawing since childhood and has been quietly and earnestly dedicated to his craft, creates his works by layering colors using sharpened colored pencils on large white paper. The continuous formations created through months of deep concentration and energy evoke the feel of textiles, carpets, or even embroidery.
The "HERALBONY Art Prize 2026 Exhibition," presented by Tokyo Tatemono | Brillia, will be held from Saturday, May 30, 2026, at the Earth Garden on the 1st floor of the Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation East Building in Marunouchi, Tokyo. It will feature a total of 62 works by 56 artists, including the Grand Prize winner, recipients of various awards, and artists who advanced to the final selection.
■ Exhibition Overview
Exhibition Title: "HERALBONY Art Prize 2026 Exhibition Presented by Tokyo Tatemono | Brillia"
Dates: Saturday, May 30, 2026 - Saturday, June 27, 2026
Hours: 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
*Closing times may vary on some days. Please check our official SNS for the latest information.
Admission: Free
Venue: Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation East Building 1F Earth Garden (1-3-2 Marunouchi, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo)
Grand Prize winner Kaa-Han Mooi to appear at the opening event
An opening event will be held on the first day of the exhibition, featuring the Grand Prize winner, Kaa-Han Mooi. We will also host various other events, including an art cruise led by juror Harriet Salmon and Heralbony staff, offering a deeper appreciation of the art.
Additionally, an art cruise led by Heralbony CEO Takaya Matsuda and staff will be held for HERALBONY CLUB members. All events on this day will have sign language interpretation. We sincerely look forward to your attendance on this special day marking the start of the exhibition.
Numerous art cruises and appreciation programs also held during the exhibition period
This is a 40-minute mini-guided program, popular last year, where Heralbony staff provide commentary on the artists and their works. No reservations or participation fees are required, and anyone can freely join. In addition to being held every weekend, it will also be held on Wednesdays and Fridays during weekdays, so you can stop by after work. Entry and exit are free.
We also plan to livestream the charm of the art cruise on our official Instagram. Please look forward to it.
A special art experience to enjoy in a sign language environment. Open to deaf and hard-of-hearing individuals, as well as hearing individuals who can converse in sign language.
*Please note that no voice interpretation will be provided.
Dates: June 6 (Sat) 2:00 PM - 2:45 PM / June 16 (Tue) 2:00 PM - 2:45 PM (approx. 45 minutes each session)Participation: Free / No advance registration required / Free to enter and exit
An art cruise for elementary school children. This program allows children to enjoy the artworks while freely expressing what they feel. A quiz rally, which can be participated in at any time during the exhibition period, is also available (no registration required). BONY points for HERALBONY CLUB will be accumulated upon reception on the day of participation.
Dates:
《Saturday》 June 6 (Sat) / June 13 (Sat) / June 27 (Sat) 11:00 AM - 11:30 AM
《Sunday》 May 31 (Sun) / June 21 (Sun) 11:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Target: Elementary school children and their guardians
Capacity: 15 people per session (advance reservation required) *Reservations will close once capacity is reached
Participation: Advance reservation required / Free of charge / BONY points accumulated upon participation
>Click here to register for participation
Facilitated by blind communicators Kensuke Ishii, Miki Kawabata, and Rio Sekiba, this is a 60-minute conversational viewing program that connects the "visible world" and the "invisible world." By gathering around artworks and freely discussing their feelings, participants can enjoy the exhibition through the perspectives and dialogues of others. BONY points for HERALBONY CLUB will be accumulated upon reception on the day of participation.
【Event Outline】
Dates: 10 sessions in total
・May 31 (Sun) 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM / 2:45 PM - 3:45 PM
・June 7 (Sun) 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM / 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM / 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
・June 13 (Sat) 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM / 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM / 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
・June 21 (Sun) 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM / 2:45 PM - 3:45 PM
Capacity: 12 people per session (advance reservation required) *Reservations will close once capacity is reached
Participation: Advance reservation required / Free of charge / BONY points accumulated upon participation
>Click here to register for participation
*All events are subject to change in content and time without prior notice. Please check the official website or HERALBONY Art Prize official Instagram (@heralbonyartprize) for the latest information.
"HERALBONY CLUB" Member-exclusive Weekly postcard giveaway
We have prepared a special visitor benefit exclusively for registered members of "HERALBONY CLUB," Heralbony's new membership program.
Both existing members and new registrants can receive this benefit.
Please take advantage of this opportunity.
Benefit: Weekly changing! Award-winning artwork postcard present
(First 500 people each week / Changes every Monday)
How to receive: Please show your "My Page" screen to staff at the exhibition reception desk.
>Click here to register for HERALBONY CLUB membership
We also offer many other benefits and content, and we look forward to your visit.
Furthermore, as part of our efforts to create an exhibition that everyone can enjoy with peace of mind, we provide various support to ensure that all visitors have an enjoyable viewing experience. Please feel free to ask for assistance.
