New York-based pop artist Charles Fazzino is celebrating his 50th anniversary as an artist in 2026!
His 3D pop art — shimmering with glitter and Swarovski crystals — is currently on tour at 9 venues across Japan 🎨✨
If there’s a venue near you, this is one you absolutely can’t miss! This article covers the full schedule and must-see works all in one place 🗾
📖 What’s in This Article 📖
☝️ 50th Anniversary! What is Charles Fazzino’s 3D Pop Art?
✌️ Full Schedule: 9 Venues Across Japan, May–June 2026
🤟 3 Must-See Works at the Exhibition
🎨 Who Is Charles Fazzino? | 50-Year Career & Pioneer of 3D Pop Art
Charles Fazzino is a contemporary pop artist based in New York with a career spanning over 30 years. 2026 marks a major milestone: the 50th anniversary of his artistic career 🎉
What makes Fazzino’s work so eye-catching is his signature “3D Layering Technique”!
Multiple prints are cut into individual pieces by hand, layered with silicone, and finished with glitter and Swarovski crystals — creating a jaw-dropping sense of depth and sparkle you simply won’t find anywhere else ✨ The way it shimmers from different angles is part of what makes it so special!
He’s also recognized as the official artist of MLB (Major League Baseball), and has spent decades vividly documenting American culture — from sports to pop culture — earning him the title of “Pop Culture Historian”!
Fazzino’s works are beloved by celebrity collectors all over the world, so make sure to experience them in person!
📅 Charles Fazzino Exhibition 2026: Full Schedule — 9 Venues Across Japan | May–June
From May through June 2026, Charles Fazzino exhibitions are underway — and more are on the way — at 9 venues across Japan 🗾🎨
Around 40 works will be on display at each venue!
Check the full schedule below and find a venue near you ✨
| Venue | Dates | Floor / Location |
|---|---|---|
| Nagasaki Hamaya | May 13 (Thu) – May 19 (Tue) | 6F Event Space |
| Nihonbashi Takashimaya S.C. | May 20 (Wed) – May 26 (Tue) | Main Building 7F SPACE7-① |
| Yokohama Takashimaya | May 20 (Wed) – May 26 (Tue) | 7F Living Stage |
| Takasaki Takashimaya | May 20 (Wed) – May 26 (Tue) | 2F Special Venue |
| Department Store Ryubo (Naha) | June 2 (Tue) – June 8 (Mon) | 2F ryubo art gallery |
| Aomori Sakurano | June 11 (Thu) – June 15 (Mon) | 5F Special Venue |
| Daimaru Shinsaibashi | June 17 (Wed) – June 23 (Tue) | Main Building 1F, Midosuji Side Event Space |
| Keio Department Store Shinjuku | June 18 (Thu) – June 24 (Wed) | 1F Main Entrance Event Space |
| Daimaru Kyoto | June 24 (Wed) – June 29 (Mon) | 6F Event Hall |
📌 Opening hours and admission fees may vary by venue.
Please check the Charles Fazzino Japan Official Website (fazzino.jp) or contact each venue directly before visiting.
🌺 Department Store Ryubo (Naha) | June 2–8, 2026 | 10:00–20:30
One of the highlighted venues from the press release is the Department Store Ryubo 2F ryubo art gallery in Naha, Okinawa!
The exhibition runs June 2 (Tue) – June 8 (Mon), 2026, from 10:00 to 20:30 (until 17:00 on the final day).
With around 40 works gathered in one place, it’s going to be an incredible show 🌺 Whether you live in Okinawa or are visiting as a tourist, don’t miss it!
🖼️ Charles Fazzino 2026 Exhibition: 3 Must-See Works
🗾 Travelling Japan | A Special Work Inspired by Japan (¥396,000)
“Travelling Japan” captures the landscapes and culture of Japan through Fazzino’s 3D pop art — a truly special piece filled with his love for this country!
Framed at approximately 43×83 cm, it makes a powerful visual impact — priced at ¥396,000 (tax included).
A true collector’s item — seeing the glitter and Swarovski sparkle up close in person is absolutely breathtaking ✨
⚾ Dodgers World Champions | By the MLB Official Artist, Created in 2024
“Dodgers World Champions,” created in 2024, is pure Fazzino at his finest as an MLB official artist!
The image measures approximately 45×30 cm (framed: approx. 74×57 cm) — a must-have for baseball fans and sports lovers ⚾🏆
The vibrant, colorful composition looks absolutely stunning displayed in any room!
😁 Smile Dentist | Fazzino’s Latest Work, Created in 2025
“Smile Dentist,” fresh from 2025, is Fazzino’s latest work — a piece packed with his signature humor and playful world!
With an image size of approximately 53×33 cm (framed: approx. 80×58 cm), it’s a piece that’ll put a smile on your face just by looking at it 😄 The real thing must sparkle even more!
For purchases or inquiries, contact the Japan general agent Highspirits & You Co., Ltd. (TEL: 06-6541-5417) or visit the official website.
Visit the Charles Fazzino Japan Official Website (fazzino.jp) here!
🌈 Wrap-Up 🌈
✅ Celebrating 50 years! Charles Fazzino’s 3D pop art is a one-of-a-kind masterpiece sparkling with glitter & Swarovski crystals
✅ Currently touring 9 venues across Japan, May–June 2026 — check the schedule and head to your nearest venue!
✅ ~40 works on display — experience the vibrant, colorful world of an MLB official artist in person 🎨
🔗 Source: PR TIMES | Charles Fazzino Exhibition
🔗 Official Site: Charles Fazzino Japan Official Website (fazzino.jp)
© Charles Fazzino. All Rights Reserved. All artwork images and information are provided by Highspirits & You Co., Ltd.
3D pop art shimmering with glitter and Swarovski crystals?
That alone gets me so hyped! 🌟
And 50 years as an artist — that’s seriously impressive!
It’s hitting Tokyo, Osaka, AND Kyoto — if you live nearby, you absolutely have to go!
The real-life sparkle has to be 10× more beautiful than any photo ✨