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Taiwan’s contemporary art scene is a vibrant fusion of deep-rooted tradition, political dynamism, and technological innovation. For global art lovers, defining the “Taiwanese aesthetic” can be elusive because it is constantly evolving.

While Part 1 highlighted artists who transformed social encounters, identity rituals, and community narratives, Part 2 spotlights five additional figures whose works push Thai contemporary art into new territories—philosophical painting, sensory abstraction, feminist exploration, material experiment, and cultural archaeology.

Thailand’s contemporary art scene is one of the most vibrant and dynamic in Southeast Asia. It sits at a fascinating intersection—between the spiritual and the political, the playful and the philosophical, the traditional and the hyper-globalized. These artists are not only shaping Thailand’s visual culture but also contributing powerful voices to the global stage.

Continuing from Part 1, this second chapter explores five more essential Japanese contemporary artists—visionary creators who push materials, concepts, and cultural dialogues into new territory. Their practices span installation, sculpture, photography, and performance, forming key pillars of Japan’s global artistic influence.

The second half of this list introduces Korean artists who continue to expand the nation’s cultural influence across media, technology, and global contemporary art discourse.

Japan’s contemporary art scene is one of the most dynamic and recognizable in the world. From immersive installations to iconic pop-inspired characters, Japanese artists have shaped not only Asian aesthetics but also the global imagination. In this two-part series, Exhibique highlights ten essential Japanese artists you must know—creators whose works have redefined materials, perception, and cultural expression.

South Korea has emerged as one of Asia’s most influential cultural forces, producing artists whose works redefine media, identity, history, and technology. In Part 1 of this two-part guide, Exhibique introduces the first five essential Korean contemporary artists—figures whose global impact continues to grow.