# Tea Shop Art Galleries 'Usagi' is a Japanese-Inspired Art and Performance Gallery in Paris By Christopher Magsambol | Published 2015-11-19 | Updated 2015-11-21 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/usagi References: [wallpaper](http://www.wallpaper.com/design/usagi-new-interdisciplinary-space-in-paris-third-arrondissement) & [usagi](http://www.usagi.com/) Plans were recently released that showcase the minimalist new interior for 'Usagi,' a Japanese-inspired gallery and workshop space. The interesting concept is a first for Paris, combining elements of art galleries and traditional Japanese tea shops. The U-shaped space merges into one, with the exhibition space featuring a diverse range of art shows, live performances and lectures. The events thrown in Usagi will be curated by artist Julien Arnaud. The space will also highlight up-and-coming designers and artists, as well as give a platform for international talent. In keeping with its Japanese theme, chef Mikiko Kanno will oversee an evolving menu that features Franco-Japanese fusions. Overall, the goal of the project was to provide guests with a welcoming atmosphere where traditions of Japan can be enjoyed in the heart of France. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.4/10 - Popularity: 88% | Activity: 37% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Art-tech Hybrid Spaces:** The trend is for merging traditional art exhibitions with modern technology like virtual reality, haptic, and augmented reality imagery to explore a range of immersive and interactive experiences. - **Hybrid Cuisine:** The increasing trend is for blending global flavours and fusing techniques to offer a unique culinary experience. - **Cultural Nostalgia:** As culture becomes more globalised, there is an increasing trend for businesses to recreate traditional elements of different cultures to appeal to a sense of nostalgia. ### Who This Affects Most - **Art Galleries:** Innovation opportunity in merging art and technology to offer an engaging and interactive experience for visitors. - **Foodservice:** Innovation opportunity in fusing different culinary traditions to create new experiences for customers. - **Cultural and Heritage Tourism:** Innovation opportunity in recreating traditional elements of different cultures to create a sense of nostalgia to attract tourists. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Cross-Cultural Artistic Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kasashima-gallery.md) - [Vibrant Artistic Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/japonisme-1.md) - [Cultural Exhibition Spaces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/espace-gabrielle-chanel-1.md) - [Cultural Japa Pavilions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/japa-valley.md) - [Art Showroom Apartments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/alternative-to-traditional-galleries.md) - [Japan-Inspired Hybrid Bakeries](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/milan-bakery.md) - [Gym-Themed Croissant Experiences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nudake-haus-nowhere-shanghai.md) - [Kyoto-Inspired Solo Art Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ode-to-kyoto.md) - [Japanese Archipelago Resto Interiors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/labysse-monte-carlo.md)