Gaxing Nakayama

I started dabbling in the art of calligraphy at the age of 6 and have since been developing my distinctive approach towards ancient script. After moving to Japan, I studied oil painting, sketching, contemporary art, photography and challenged many types of Arts in Japan.

In the pursuit of a true...

I started dabbling in the art of calligraphy at the age of 6 and have since been developing my distinctive approach towards ancient script. After moving to Japan, I studied oil painting, sketching, contemporary art, photography and challenged many types of Arts in Japan.

In the pursuit of a true Art I found a way to my spiritual expression within the Chinese and Japanese Calligraphy. Since then the brush is rooted to my heart.
In 2009 I focused on Chinese traditional calligraphy and I studied under the Master Liu Hong in Japan. The following year I was awarded the highest title of "Professor" by the Chinese Calligraphy Academy accredited by the Shanghai University and given the calligrapher name Gaxing

While doing my calligraphy Art, I also worked on projects such as Live performance, various type of design and Contemporary Ink paintings.


Born in Taipei, Taiwan.
Started calligraphy at the age of 6, moved to Japan at the age of 14.
Inspired by Japanese culture and art
From the age of 20, she has been challenging herself in various art forms such as contemporary art and photography. After studying in Australia
After studying in Australia, she returned to calligraphy culture and studied under her teacher, Liu Hongyu, in order to introduce to the world a mixture of Chinese and Japanese culture and contemporary art.
She studied the depth of meaning and historical art of Chinese characters and earned a Master's Degree from Shanghai University's China Calligraphy Academy. She received her master's degree from the Shanghai University of Chinese Calligraphy Institute and was awarded the honorary title "Gashin" by Master Liu.
She creates both classical and contemporary ink paintings and calligraphy works to bring people closer to and enjoy the lines that can only be expressed by "sumi", the simple and beautiful world, nature and Zen themes in calligraphy.

I am experimenting with various materials, not limited to paper, to explore the world of "calligraphy" as I feel it, making use of my experience in art and design.
I am expanding my activities to include performances and workshops.

She is involved in designing product packaging, naming calligraphy, etc., through calligraphy and art. She also teaches workshops and seminars.
Certified Master of Chinese Calligraphy from Shanghai University, Counselor of Nanjing Peace and Friendship Cherry Blossom Garden, Member of Wang Yi's Calligraphy Art Research Association.

2022 Calligraphy and Sumi-e Art "A Moment" Solo exhibition at kiboko
2019 Calligraphy and Sumi-e Art "Uchiwa" Solo Exhibition at Vegetarian Restaurant, Tokyo
2018 Calligraphy performance at Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi
Tsunagu" at Daita Desika, Tokyo, Japan
2017 "Crane's Return", solo exhibition at Daita Desika, Abu Dhabi
Calligraphy performance in Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi
2016 International Calligraphy Art Exhibition, Tokyo Museum of Art, Exhibit / Special Prize
YUMI Exhibition at YAMATO STUDIO 2, Tsukiji old private house
Calligraphy and Sumi-e performance at International EXPO in Thailand
2015 International Calligraphy and Art Exhibition at Tokyo National Museum of Art / Chinese Embassy Cultural Award
Material and Calligraphy", solo exhibition at Daita Desika, Tokyo, Japan
December Gift Exhibition" at Million Art Gallery, Jiyugaoka, Tokyo
2014 International Calligraphy Art Exhibition, Tokyo National Museum of Art, Tokyo, Japan / Newcomer of the Year Award,
Xie Xie Exhibition", solo exhibition at Daita Desika, Tokyo.
2013 International Calligraphy Art Exhibition, Tokyo National Museum of Art, Exhibited and awarded Special Prize
China Academy of Calligraphy Small Works Exhibition "Joy
2012 International Calligraphy Art Exhibition, Taipei, Taiwan
2011 International Calligraphy Art Exhibition, Shanghai University Art Museum, Shanghai, China Exhibited/Second Runner-up Prize
2010 International Calligraphy Art Exhibition, Nanjing Ancient Art Museum, Nanjing, China
2005 EPOCUS Jazz Musicians Exclusive Photographer Indonesia Tour and Photo Exhibition
Harajuku Design Gallery, Harajuku, Tokyo