The Branch is a small studio and alternative gallery space built by Patrick and his wife Suhee. Nestled in a small alley in the Kitakagaya neighborhood of Osaka, Japan, The Branch hosts seasonal events and exhibitions featuring locals and visitors from abroad, exploring the nature of sustainability together.
This is both a studio space and home, so please understand that opening hours are limited. For more about the space, you can visit The Branch Website.
Exhibition Images (2018-19)
The Branch has featured works and performances by resident artists from Japan, Korea, France, and the United States.
Kyoto-based printmaking (mezzotint) artist Aya Shimamoto 
First Anniversary exhibition at The Branch 
First Anniversary exhibition at The Branch 
The Branch kitchen and tiny library 
Korean artist Jeongran Choi’s exhibition “Everyday Beauty” in The Branch main gallery space. #korea #art #japan #otchil #urushi #lacquerware 
Korean artist Jeongran Choi’s exhibition “Everyday Beauty” in The Branch main gallery space. #korea #art #japan #otchil #urushi #lacquerware 
Korean artist Jeongran Choi’s exhibition “Everyday Beauty” in The Branch main gallery space. #korea #art #japan #otchil #urushi #lacquerware 
Korean artist Jeongran Choi’s exhibition “Everyday Beauty” in The Branch main gallery space. #korea #art #japan #otchil #urushi #lacquerware 
Kyoto-based printmaking (mezzotint) artist Aya Shimamoto 
Kyoto-based printmaking (mezzotint) artist Aya Shimamoto 
Korean calligraphy exhibition 
France-based artist Heeyoung Park 
France-based artist Heeyoung Park 
Musician and artist Alicia Bay Laurel performs 
Collaborative performance between American artist Patrick M. Lydon (film) and Korean musician Bomnunbyeol (sound performance) 
The Branch opening exhibition