Exclusive early access Takashi Murakami exhibition ticket

Takashi Murakami Exhibition at Art Gallery of New South Wales 
5 December 2026 - 18 July 2027
Naala Badu, Art Gallery New South Wales 

Takashi Murakami is one of the most influential and recognisable contemporary artists of our time. Immerse yourself in a joyful and vibrant Murakami takeover of the Art Gallery’s Naala
Badu building with a major retrospective in the Ainsworth Family Gallery and the global premiere of new work in the atmospheric Nelson Packer Tank.

 Developed by the Art Gallery in collaboration with Takashi Murakami, this Sydney-exclusive exhibition reveals the evolution of Murakami’s signature ‘Superflat’ aesthetic – where art, subculture and commercial imagery meld with diverse influences from anime to historical Japanese painting.

 Spanning 30 years and more than 150 works, the exhibition traces his practice from the explosive innovations of the 1990s to a suite of new works currently being created in the artist’s studio. Bringing together paintings, sculptures, video and large-scale installations, the exhibition charts the artist’s emergence as a defining figure of contemporary art and popular culture.

 A defining force in contemporary visual culture, Murakami is often compared to Andy Warhol and is celebrated for high‑profile collaborations with cultural icons such as Issey Miyake, Virgil Abloh, Marc Jacobs, Pharrell Williams, BLACKPINK, NewJeans and Billie Eilish, as well as brands including Louis Vuitton, Hublot and Dom Perignon.

 Exclusive to Sydney, the exhibition is presented at the Art Gallery as part of the 2026–27 Sydney International Art Series. Sydney International Art Series is a NSW Government initiative through its tourism and events agency Destination NSW.

Exclusive early access ticket: Exclusive early access to one of the most anticipated exhibitions of the year. Be among the first through the doors to step into the vibrant, boundary-defying world of Takashi Murakami with this 9.30am early access ticket to the Takashi Murakami exhibition at the Art Gallery of New South Wales.

What's Included: 

• Priority Entry — Access the exhibition at 9.30am before the gallery opens to the public at 10.00am, with a limited number of guests admitted each day for a more intimate viewing experience.
• Optional Guided Tour — Join one of our knowledgeable volunteer guides for a curated tour through Murakami's kaleidoscopic universe, exploring the ideas, influences and
  techniques behind his iconic works.
• Limited Edition Souvenir — Take home a limited edition Art Gallery of NSW × Takashi Murakami keepsake
• Coffee at MOD Dining — After the exhibition, soak in the Takashi Murakami takeover of the Naala Badu building with a coffee, tea or juice at MOD Dining

 A rare chance to experience Murakami's extraordinary vision with space to breathe, discover and connect. Limited spots available daily.

 For the early access ticket guests will check in at 9.30am at the Welcome Hub in the Welcome Plaza in Naala Badu, our modern glass building, to receive access
to the exhibition, and receive a lanyard that can be used to redeem optional guided tour, and receive limited edition souvenir and beverage (coffee, tea & juice) at MOD Dining. Both souvenir and beverage will be available from 10am.

Travel for good: The Art Gallery of New South Wales is a not-for-profit organisation. Proceeds from tours and exhibition tickets go towards supporting our aim to make art accessible for all through our ambitious exhibitions and programs.

Images:

Installation view of Takashi Murakami Mononoke Kyoto Kyoto City KYOCERA Museum, Kyoto, Japan 2024, photo: Joshua White ©2024 Takashi Murakami/Kaikai Kiki Co., Ltd. All Rights Reserved; Takashi Murakami Cherry Blossoms Fujiyama JAPAN  2020, ©2020 Takashi Murakami/Kaikai Kiki Co., Ltd. All Rights Reserved.; Takashi Murakami, photo: Shin Suzuki ©Takashi Murakami/Kaikai Kiki Co., Ltd. All Rights Reserved; Visitors to Naala Badu, Art Gallery New South Wales © Art Gallery New South Wales, photographer: Anna Kucera