This exhibition explores the dynamic evolution of British art from the late 1980s to the early 2000s. After going through the Thatcher era (1979–1990), a charged and uncertain social climate gave rise to a new generation of artists who challenged traditional norms and embraced bold, experimental practices. Many of the newer generation of artists who came to prominence in the 1990s were referred to in the art and popular media under the title Young British Artists (YBAs). Alongside other artists active at the time, these artists explored themes such as popular culture, personal identity, and shifting social structures. They worked across a diverse range of media, including painting, sculpture, photography, video, and installation. Featuring around 100 works by approximately 60 artists, the exhibition traces the radical creativity and groundbreaking approaches that redefined British art in the 1990s.
about the young British artists
What is YBA ?
Damien Hirst, The Acquired Inability to Escape, 1991
Photographed by Prudence Cuming Associates © Damien Hirst and Science Ltd. All rights reserved, DACS & JASPAR 2025 G3977
The label Young British Artists (YBAs) is applied to a loose group of British artists who began to exhibit together in 1988 and who became known for their openness to materials and processes, shock tactics and entrepreneurial attitude. Many artists active in the 1990s rejected the label.
exhibition highlights
Highlights
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1
Tate Presents the Ultimate “UK 90’s” Experience
Tate’s own take on the YBAs and the wider story of 1990s British art.
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2
A Star-Studded Line-Up of Legends
Damien Hirst, Lubaina Himid, Steve McQueen, Tracey Emin, Wolfgang Tillmans, Julian Opie and many more
– works by artists who made their mark on global art history. -
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Music × Subculture × Fashion
— the vibrant spirit of UK culture’s golden age.
- The Kyoto exhibition differs in part from the Tokyo exhibition.
audio guide
Audio guide
ticket information
Tickets
*The Tokyo exhibition has concluded.
Advance Ticket with YBA & BEYOND Eco Bag (with Storage Case)
This advance ticket includes an eco bag with storage pouch, featuring the YBA & BEYOND key visual designed by Kosuke Kawamura.
Sales period: Friday, 13 March – Sunday, 31 May 2026
Each ticket includes one goods exchange voucher.
Merchandise can be collected at the venue only.
Please note that delivery service is not available.
- Size:
- (Main body)
Approx. W390xH640xD150mm (with handle)
(Storage case)
Approx. 150×150mm (with carabiner) - Material：
- polyester
- Country of Origin：
- China
- One purchase per person only
- No refunds, exchanges, reissues, or resale
- Sales end once the planned quantity is reached
- If sold out, tickets will not be available for purchase at the venue
- Bonus goods are non-exchangeable except for defects
- Please check exhibition dates before purchase
- Please refrain from making inquiries by phone to the venue
Advance Tickets
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Adults
¥2,100
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College students
¥1,300
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High School Students
¥700
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Junior High School & Under
Free
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YBA & BEYOND Advance Ticket with Eco Bag (with Storage Case)
*Designed by Kosuke Kawamura¥4,650
Pair Tickets
Valid for two people visiting together or one person visiting twice.
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Pair Ticket
¥4,000
A special value discounted set of two Adult Tickets.
Advance Ticket Sales Period:
From 10:00 a.m. on Friday, 13 March – Tuesday, 2 June 2026 (until 11:59 p.m.)
- Advance tickets with eco bag will be available for purchase via e+ (eplus) from 13 March to 31 May 2026
- Pair tickets are available during the advance ticket sale period via e+ (eplus) and Lawson Ticket.
Tickets at the door
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Adults
¥2,300
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College students
¥1,500
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High School Students
¥900
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Junior High School & Under
Free
- Prices include tax.
- Free admission for junior high school students and younger. (Pre-school children must be accompanied by a guardian)
- Vocational college students may enter at the College students rate.
- Those entering at the student rate must present a valid student ID card. (Excluding primary school pupils)
- Presentation of a disability certificate entitles the holder and one accompanying carer to free admission. (Please bring a valid disability certificate or equivalent for verification)
- Tickets are non-exchangeable, non-refundable, non-reissuable and non-transferable.
- Exhibition enquiries: Kyoto City Kyocera Museum of Art 075-771-4334
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(Kyoto Exhibition Related Events)
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Opening Talk
Enjoy deeper insights into the exhibition at an exclusive opening talk by Tate staff.
- Date
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3 June 2026
- Time
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18:30-19:30
- Venue
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Kyoto City KYOCERA Museum of Art, Higashi Entrance Lobby
- Speaker
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Ted McDonald-Toone (Head of International Partnerships, Tate)
- Moderator
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Takahide Tsuchiya (Director of Curatorial Affairs, Communications, and Marketing, Kyoto City KYOCERA Museum of Art) with consecutive interpretation.
- Capacity
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100 people
- Admission
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Advance reservation required. Free for YBA & BEYOND exhibition ticket holders (first come, first served). Please present your ticket.
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Gallery Tours
Explore the exhibition with a guided tour led by a museum curator.
- Dates
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Japanese - 16 June, 22 July, 19 August
Chinese - 9 July, 29 July - Time
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14:00–15:00
- Venue
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Kyoto City KYOCERA Museum of Art, Higashi Cube
- Capacity
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20
- Admission
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Free for YBA & BEYOND exhibition ticket holders (first come, first served). Please come to the Higashiyama Cube reception at 13:30 and present a same-day exhibition ticket.
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Special Screening
To mark the 40th anniversary of its release, we are pleased to present a special theatrical screening of Handsworth Songs by the Black Audio Film Collective. This late-1980s documentary, which played a pivotal role in shifting public consciousness around racial equality in British society, will be shown on the big screen for a unique cinematic experience.
- Date
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Sunday, July 5
Screening 1: 13:30–14:35
Screening 2: 15:00–16:05
Screening 3: 16:30–17:35
- Venue
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Uplink Kyoto (Basement 1F, Shin-Puh-Kan, Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto)
※ Please note that the screening venue is separate from the museum. - Admission
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Advance reservation required. Free for YBA & BEYOND exhibition ticket holders (first come, first served). Please present your ticket.
- Registration opens
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Wednesday, June 3 at 10:00 AM
- How to Register
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Please register via the special event page on the Uplink Kyoto official website.
▼ Special Screening of Handsworth Songs by Black Audio Film Collective
https://kyoto.uplink.co.jp/event/2026/25869
* Both a screening ticket and a valid exhibition ticket must be presented at the door.
* Seats are allocated on a first-come, first-served basis. Registration will close once capacity is reached.
* If the event is fully booked online, tickets will not be available at the door.
* Please note that seat changes and cancellations after booking are not permitted.