Location
Prince Takamado Gallery, Embassy of Canada to Japan, Tokyo
About
An insightful interview of generative art, technology, interdisciplinary education, and Canadian multicultural influences.

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This feature showcases an exclusive interview conducted by First Secretary Jean-Francois Renaud at the Embassy of Canada to Japan with Canadian digital artist EEPMON. Published by KBUNSHA (Keibunsha), the discussion delves into EEPMON’s artistic journey—from early video game inspirations to combining art and software engineering—while highlighting the role of Canadian education, adaptability, and his deep creative connection to Japan.

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About the Embassy of Canada to Japan
The Embassy of Canada to Japan represents Canadian interests in diplomatic, cultural, and educational spheres. Through venues such as the Prince Takamado Gallery, the Embassy hosts exhibitions, cultural exchanges, and educational initiatives to introduce Canadian arts, culture, and study opportunities to Japan.

About KBUNSHA
KBUNSHA (Keibunsha) is a Japanese publishing house and media outlet. It produces educational resources, international study guides, and promotional features that bridge Japanese audiences with global educational institutions and cultural perspectives.

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Project Details
∙ Location: 国立能楽堂 National Noh Theatre (Kokuritsu Nohgakudō), Tokyo, Japan
∙ Date: Monday, October 12, 2026

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Collaboration Overview

Ahead of the 2028 centennial anniversary of bilateral relations between Canada and Japan, digital artist EEPMON is collaborating with Noh Master Naohiko Umewaka by contributing his digital artistry for a special performance at the National Noh Theatre. The performance commemorates the 55th memorial anniversary of Noh Master, Naoyoshi Umewaka. Designed as an international cultural bridge, the initiative weaves together the traditions of classical Japanese theatre—recognized as a UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity—with modern Canadian digital design, creating an artistic dialogue that connects historical heritage with the digital age.

In addition to his creative contribution, EEPMON will participate in a special panel discussion titled, Yūgen and the Calculating Machine – All Things Beyond AI. Yūgen (幽玄) is a traditional Japanese aesthetic concept that describes a profound, mysterious sense of beauty that is felt rather than explicitly seen.

The panel features distinguished speakers including:

∙ Matthew J. Wilson, J.D. – President and Dean, Temple University Japan Campus
∙ Hideaki Koizumi, Ph.D. – Fellow, Research Center for Advanced Science and Technology, University of Tokyo
∙ Ikuo Honma, Ph.D. – Professor Emeritus, Showa University School of Medicine
∙ Eric Chan, a.k.a. EEPMON – Digital and Generative Artist, Creative Entrepreneur

Moderator: Soraya Umewaka

Special Performance: A performance of Shimai Kasuga Ryujin (Noh Dance) by Yuha Umewaka.

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Marking their first exhibition collaboration, the Ottawa Art Gallery partnered with the Embassy of Canada to Japan in Tokyo to present an international exhibition of EEPMON’s groundbreaking generative art. Digital Worlds: The Generative Art of EEPMON, on view until May 12, 2026 at the Prince Takamado Gallery in Tokyo, is a celebration of cultural connection, collaboration, and creative innovation.

Read the interview for reflections on this exhibition.