Empathy Gallery has announced its inaugural participation in Kiaf SEOUL 2026, marking a significant milestone in the gallery's international presence.
As one of Asia’s premier art fairs, Kiaf SEOUL 2026 convenes 175 galleries from 18 countries and regions, welcoming collectors, curators, and art professionals from across the globe to COEX in Gangnam, Seoul.
Located at Booth G05 in COEX Halls A and B, Empathy Gallery presents a curated group exhibition featuring works by artists Hirosuke Yabe, Natsumi Kawasaki, and Pan Inkhoo.
The presentation highlights a diverse array of contemporary practices, offering South Korean audiences and international visitors an engaging introduction to the gallery’s roster.
This debut represents an exciting new chapter for Empathy Gallery as it expands its footprint within the Asia-Pacific art market.
The fair opens with an exclusive VIP Preview on Wednesday, September 2, 2026, from 11:00 to 20:00, followed by public days running through Sunday,
September 6. Public viewing hours are scheduled from 11:00 to 19:00 from September 3 through September 5, concluding with a final day on September 6 from 11:00 to 18:00.
Empathy Gallery is a contemporary art gallery dedicated to promoting exceptional Japanese and Chinese artists to the global art market through strategic curation, brand collaborations, and digital media initiatives that champion emerging talent and foster cross-border artistic dialogue.
The gallery’s artistic scope focuses primarily on fine art, including contemporary painting, sculpture, and multi-dimensional works, while selectively incorporating contemporary pop art that reflects modern cultural trends.
Its artist roster is centered chiefly on Japanese artists, alongside a curated selection of innovative Chinese contemporary artists.
Core business operations at Empathy Gallery encompass hosting solo and group exhibitions both in-house and through an international network of partner galleries.
The gallery actively participates in premier international art fairs worldwide, including its debut at Kiaf SEOUL, while offering tailored art advisory and private placement services for international collectors and institutions.
Beyond traditional gallery programming, Empathy Gallery executes collaborative projects between artists and global brands across diverse industries and operates dedicated media channels driven by contemporary art influencers to engage global art enthusiasts.
Central to its mission is a commitment to discovering, nurturing, and promoting promising young artists to help them build sustainable global careers.
