BAPE GALLERY™ Shanghai proudly presents the solo exhibition of Okinawa-based artist Tomotatsu Gima, a visionary exploration of sustainability and environmental consciousness. Through his signature “upcycled creation” technique, Gima skillfully blends traditional Chinese elements with BAPE®’s iconic streetwear motifs, delivering a transcendent cultural and artistic experience.
Driven by a mission to connect diverse communities, the exhibition features 12 sets (78 pieces) of groundbreaking artworks, each meticulously crafted from recycled cardboard and materials. Gima boldly fuses classical Eastern aesthetics, contemporary pop culture, and streetwear innovation, reimagining BAPE®’s iconic visuals such as APE HEAD, BAPE® CAMO, and BAPE STA™. From the philosophical duality of yin and yang to the symbolic harmony of dragons and phoenixes, each piece embodies a cross-cultural dialogue that transcends time and borders. This poetic collision of streetwear and art reveals the cyclical nature of life and the interconnectedness of all things.
Welcome to the world of Fearless Expression.