5th Anniversary of Ruinart Japan Award: 2025 Winner Sari Shibata to Hold Solo Exhibition at "KYOTOGRAPHIE 2026" from April 18 (Sat) to May 17 (Sun) at ASPHODEL (Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto City)

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Who is the winner of the 2025 Ruinart Japan Award and what will be the outcome of their win?

A: The 2025 winner of the Ruinart Japan Award is Sari Shibata, who will hold a solo exhibition at KYOTOGRAPHIE 2026.

Q: When and where will Sari Shibata's solo exhibition be held as part of KYOTOGRAPHIE 2026?

A: Sari Shibata's solo exhibition will be held from April 18 to May 17, 2026, at ASPHODEL in Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto City.

Q: What is the purpose of the Ruinart Japan Award, which is celebrating its 5th anniversary?

A: The Ruinart Japan Award was established to discover and support young Japanese artists and creators, offering them an Artist-in-Residence Program in Reims, France.

Q: What are the primary themes that inspire Sari Shibata's photographic work?

A: Sari Shibata's work is inspired by changing environments and the impact of human activities, particularly the contrast between rural upbringing and urban life, and the relationship between humans and nature.

Q: How did Sari Shibata's experience in Reims influence her artistic perspective?

A: The Ruinart residency program in Reims allowed Shibata to return to nature, reminding her of its profound beauty and uncontrollable power, which deeply influenced her creative themes.