Art Exhibition 'Artists Painting with Mouth and Foot' to be Held in Hiroshima (June 12-14)
Mitsubishi Electric Building Solutions Corporation will host the 'Art Exhibition: Artists Painting with Mouth and Foot' at AEON MALL Hiroshima Fuchu from June 12 to 14, 2026.
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## Exhibition Overview in Hiroshima
Mitsubishi Electric Building Solutions Corporation (Headquarters: Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo; President: Iwao Oda) will host the "Art Exhibition: Artists Painting with Mouth and Foot" (admission free) at AEON MALL Hiroshima Fuchu in Hiroshima Prefecture from June 12 (Fri) to June 14 (Sun), 2026.
This exhibition features works painstakingly created by artists from around the world who have lost the use of their hands and paint with their mouths or feet. They are members of the Association of Mouth and Foot Painting Artists (MFPA). As part of its social contribution activities, Mitsubishi Electric Building Solutions has been continuously holding this exhibition nationwide since 1992. This is the 10th time it will be held in Hiroshima Prefecture, the previous occasion being in October 2016. Demonstrations by artist Junya Tanaka are also scheduled at the venue.
### Exhibition Details
- **Exhibition Name:** "Art Exhibition: Artists Painting with Mouth and Foot"
- **Dates:** June 12 (Fri) to June 14 (Sun), 2026, 10:00-18:00 each day
- **Venue:** AEON MALL Hiroshima Fuchu (2-1-1 Osu, Fuchu-cho, Aki-gun, Hiroshima Prefecture)
- **Number of exhibits:** 42 pieces
- **Organizer:** Mitsubishi Electric Building Solutions Corporation
### Scheduled Artist Demonstrations (by Junya Tanaka)
- June 12 (Fri) 11:00-17:00
- June 13 (Sat) 11:00-16:00
(Note: Schedules may be subject to change due to the artist's health, etc.)
### Background of the Initiative
The exhibition has been held continuously since its inception in 1992, with a total of 300 exhibitions to date and approximately 830,000 visitors (as of May 2026). The purpose is to share the existence of artists who paint without using their hands and to contribute to the realization of an inclusive society by sharing the emotions derived from their paintings.
### Profile of Junya Tanaka
Born in January 1999 and residing in Ehime Prefecture. After a traffic accident at the age of 7 resulted in a cervical spinal cord injury and complete quadriplegia, he eventually joined the Association of Mouth and Foot Painting Artists. He values his encounters with others and works to deliver messages through his paintings.
### About Mitsubishi Electric Building Solutions Corporation
Established in April 2022 as a consolidated subsidiary of Mitsubishi Electric, the company operates as a comprehensive building solution provider. It delivers one-stop integrated solutions combining diverse building-related products and services such as elevators, escalators, and air conditioning equipment with advanced digital technology, contributing to the realization of smart cities and the enrichment of people's lives.
Mitsubishi Electric Building Solutions Corporation (Headquarters: Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo; President: Iwao Oda) will host the "Art Exhibition: Artists Painting with Mouth and Foot" (admission free) at AEON MALL Hiroshima Fuchu in Hiroshima Prefecture from June 12 (Fri) to June 14 (Sun), 2026.
This exhibition features works painstakingly created by artists from around the world who have lost the use of their hands and paint with their mouths or feet. They are members of the Association of Mouth and Foot Painting Artists (MFPA). As part of its social contribution activities, Mitsubishi Electric Building Solutions has been continuously holding this exhibition nationwide since 1992. This is the 10th time it will be held in Hiroshima Prefecture, the previous occasion being in October 2016. Demonstrations by artist Junya Tanaka are also scheduled at the venue.
### Exhibition Details
- **Exhibition Name:** "Art Exhibition: Artists Painting with Mouth and Foot"
- **Dates:** June 12 (Fri) to June 14 (Sun), 2026, 10:00-18:00 each day
- **Venue:** AEON MALL Hiroshima Fuchu (2-1-1 Osu, Fuchu-cho, Aki-gun, Hiroshima Prefecture)
- **Number of exhibits:** 42 pieces
- **Organizer:** Mitsubishi Electric Building Solutions Corporation
### Scheduled Artist Demonstrations (by Junya Tanaka)
- June 12 (Fri) 11:00-17:00
- June 13 (Sat) 11:00-16:00
(Note: Schedules may be subject to change due to the artist's health, etc.)
### Background of the Initiative
The exhibition has been held continuously since its inception in 1992, with a total of 300 exhibitions to date and approximately 830,000 visitors (as of May 2026). The purpose is to share the existence of artists who paint without using their hands and to contribute to the realization of an inclusive society by sharing the emotions derived from their paintings.
### Profile of Junya Tanaka
Born in January 1999 and residing in Ehime Prefecture. After a traffic accident at the age of 7 resulted in a cervical spinal cord injury and complete quadriplegia, he eventually joined the Association of Mouth and Foot Painting Artists. He values his encounters with others and works to deliver messages through his paintings.
### About Mitsubishi Electric Building Solutions Corporation
Established in April 2022 as a consolidated subsidiary of Mitsubishi Electric, the company operates as a comprehensive building solution provider. It delivers one-stop integrated solutions combining diverse building-related products and services such as elevators, escalators, and air conditioning equipment with advanced digital technology, contributing to the realization of smart cities and the enrichment of people's lives.
FAQ
Whose works are displayed?
The works of international artists who have lost the use of their hands and paint with their mouths or feet are displayed.
Why is this exhibition held?
To share the existence of artists who paint without using their hands and to promote an inclusive society by sharing the emotions derived from their paintings.
Is there an admission fee?
Admission is free.