Wataru Kimura is a contemporary Japanese artist and illustrator born in 1996 in Chiba Prefecture. His work is characterized by a pop style that explores the complex emotions of young people, including feelings of instability, hesitation, irritation, and loneliness. He often translates these human sensibilities into character imagery and brushwork. Kimura's representative series, such as 'LOST BOYS,' captures moments where individuals navigate complicated emotional landscapes. He is active in various artistic activities, including solo exhibitions in Tokyo and internationally, and his work has been featured in galleries across Japan.[1,2,4,5]
Document: Yoru no Kouen (Document: Night Park)1981 · Sunday, Inc · book · JapaneseISBN 4882030136Illustrator for the book featuring Kohei Yoshiyuki's photographs.
Exhibitions
2024THE CITYRoppongi Hills Museum / Observatory, Tokyosolo
Document: Yoru no Kouen (Document: Night Park)illustrator