Yasuo Kono, a businessman with an interest in art and music, had an eye for acquiring Western-style art. His collection is renowned throughout Japan and has been praised by many for its impressive number of musically inspired modern works. This exhibition showcases 200 paintings from Kono¡¯s collection.

Lectures on related topics are also scheduled, along with several workshops, including a three-part ¡°sound of paint workshop¡± and another that will take place in Fuchu Forest Park; May 25-June 30.

Fuchu Art Museum; (042) 336-3371; 1-3 Sengen-cho, Fuchu, Tokyo; Higashi-Fuchu Station, Keio Line. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. ?700. Closed Mon.