Daisuke Namikawa to Guide Visitors Through Canaletto’s Venice at SOMPO Museum of Art

The SOMPO Museum of Art in Nishi-Shinjuku, Tokyo, will be hosting a groundbreaking exhibition titled “Canaletto and the Splendor of Venice” from October 12, 2024, to December 28, 2024. This is the first exhibition in Japan to showcase the complete oeuvre of Giovanni Antonio Canal, better known as Canaletto, the famed master of veduta or landscape painting.

Exhibition Highlights

The exhibition will feature around 60 of Canaletto’s masterpieces, including oil paintings, drawings, and prints, primarily sourced from British collections such as the Scottish National Gallery. Attendees can immerse themselves in the detailed and majestic depictions of 18th-century Venice, capturing the city’s grandeur through Canaletto’s eyes.

Audio Guide by Daisuke Namikawa

Adding a unique touch to the exhibition, renowned voice actor and narrator Daisuke Namikawa will be the voice behind the audio guide. Namikawa, known for his roles in popular series such as “Lupin III” and “One Piece,” will guide visitors through the highlights of Canaletto’s works and the historical charm of Venice. In an imaginative twist, he will occasionally embody a character from the Grand Tour era, enhancing the immersive experience with vivid storytelling and insights into Canaletto’s art and Venice’s rich cultural heritage.

Visit Details

• Venue: Sompo Museum of Art, 1-26-1 Nishi-Shinjuku, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo 160-8338, Japan. (5 minutes walk from the west exit of Shinjuku Station)
• Dates: October 12, 2024 – December 28, 2024
• Hours: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM (Extended hours until 8:00 PM on Fridays) *Last admission 30 minutes before closing
• Closed: Mondays (except October 14 and November 4)
• Admission: Adults ¥1,800 (¥1,700 in advance) / University Students ¥1,200 (¥1,100 in advance) / Free for high school students and younger

Additional Information

• Audio Guide Fee: ¥650 (tax included) per unit. No app is available.
• Special Sponsors: Sompo Holdings, DNP Dai Nippon Printing
• Supported by: Embassy of Italy in Japan, British Council, Shinjuku City, TOKYO MX, J-WAVE

The SOMPO Museum of Art is committed to delivering a memorable experience, showcasing the intricate beauty of Venice through Canaletto’s works and the engaging narration by Daisuke Namikawa.

For more details, visit the museum’s official website: SOMPO Museum of Art.