TOKYO, May 31, 2022 — Painter Ryo Shinagawa introduces his paintings and explains how he reconnects traditional art from the Edo period with contemporary times. By revealing the philosophical backbone of his paintings, he educates the audience about art history and assesses the influence Western art has had on Japanese art since the Meiji period. Seiichiro Yamamoto, arts committee member at Asia Society Japan, hosted the program. (59 min., 18 sec.)