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Ryo Kato's 'Neuer Glaube' at Galerie Sara Lily Perez

exhibition · 2026-04-24

Ryo Kato's solo show titled 'Neuer Glaube' (New Faith) will be held at Galerie Sara Lily Perez in Berlin from April 24 to May 30, 2026. The Japanese artist, who resides in Berlin, showcases a fusion of oil, acrylic, and collage techniques, depicting themes of roses rising from debris and shattered forms. This exhibition explores issues of environmental decline, political exhaustion, and spiritual disconnection. Born in Niimi, Okayama, in 1978, Kato relocated to Berlin in 1998, where he studied under Wolfgang Petrick and Daniel Richter at the Berlin University of the Arts. His accolades include the I-Shi Prize and recognition from Darmstädter Sezession, with his works featured in museums across Japan and Germany. The gallery is situated in the BIKINI BERLIN area.

Key facts

  • Exhibition 'Neuer Glaube' runs 24 April to 30 May 2026
  • Venue: Galerie Sara Lily Perez, Budapester Str. 48, 10787 Berlin
  • Opening reception: 24 April 2026
  • Ryo Kato born 1978 in Niimi, Okayama, Japan
  • Moved to Berlin in 1998
  • Studied at Berlin University of the Arts under Wolfgang Petrick and Daniel Richter
  • Recipient of I-Shi Prize and Darmstädter Sezession recognition
  • Works held in museum collections in Japan and Germany

Entities

Artists

  • Ryo Kato
  • Wolfgang Petrick
  • Daniel Richter

Institutions

  • Galerie Sara Lily Perez
  • Berlin University of the Arts
  • BIKINI BERLIN

Locations

  • Berlin
  • Germany
  • Niimi
  • Okayama
  • Japan
  • Budapester Str. 48, 10787 Berlin

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