Curator Walk-Through: Tōgei: Contemporary Japanese Ceramics

Saturday, August 29, 2026 • 12:00–1:00 PM • In Person

Join curator Hollis Goodal on a walk-through of Tōgei: Contemporary Japanese Ceramics. Goodall will talk about the exhibition, share details about the collection, and discuss how the concept came to a realization. Tōgei explores Japan’s ceramic tradition and its evolution from functional wares to modern artistic expression.

Japan’s ceramic traditions are among the most revered in the world, shaped over centuries by regional kilns, tea culture, ikebana flower arranging, devotional practices, and a profound respect for material and process. Some of the artists engage directly with functional wares such as food serving bowls, tea bowls, and flower vessels, while others challenge the very notion of utility by exploring ambitious sculptural works. This exhibition highlights technical mastery while illuminating the intellectual and cultural conversations shaping Japanese ceramics today.

Tōgei is on view at AMOCA June 13, 2026 – January 3, 2027.

About the Curator

Hollis Goodall served as curator of Japanese Art at the Los Angeles County Museum of Art for over four decades. In addition to her work at LACMA, Goodall has contributed to publications for institutions including the National Gallery of Art in Washington, DC, the Art Institute of Chicago, and the Munakata Museum in Kamakura, Japan. She has lectured extensively, including at the Asian Art Museum of San Francisco; Nippon Club, New York; Hammer Museum; Pacific Asia Museum, Pasadena; Antiquarian Society of Southern California; New York University; University of Kansas; California State University, San Diego; Cal Poly Pomona; Hamilton Art Gallery, Melbourne; and the Art Gallery of Victoria, Australia.

Event and Admission Details

This in-person event is free with museum admission. Plan to arrive 10 minutes early to allow ample time to park, purchase admission, and meet up with the tour group.

We ask that you pre-register for the Curatorial Tour to reserve your spot and help us know how many guests to expect. You can also join the tour the day of event, as space allows.

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