Empire Seven Studios

Founded in 2008, Empire Seven Studios (E7S) is an established urban art gallery and studio that promotes contemporary artists. It is strategically situated just outside the Japantown neighborhood in San Jose. Open artists can take advantage of the available space and opportunities to showcase their talents worldwide. E7S is a catalyst in restoring the arts community in San Jose, enlivening the city with novel pop-up exhibitions, public art installations, and gallery displays that promote rising talents. In 2013, their campaign to take art to public spaces saw contributions from contemporary artists to community beautification and revitalization efforts, raising awareness among locals. Since then, the Japantown area has become infamous for its bustling arts community, fostering growth and public art. Japantown Art Walk began as a forward-thinking strategy that has led to broader murals in adjacent areas. Empire Seven Studios also began SJ Walls, the Northern California edition of Worldwide Walls, a global network of public art festivals in more than 20 cities. E7S is a public art developer, able to bring communities together to enhance public spaces. It champions public arts projects that serve private and public communities, contributing to local economic growth. The partnerships build confidence in local artists and show the company’s experience to prospective clients. Such clients are familiar with contemporary art, allowing them to organize creative exhibitions. Businesses, especially in food and beverage, have taken advantage of the increased foot traffic around murals as they are now considered hubs for arts enthusiasts, helping boost their income. E7S Art Production

The reviews reveal that the art gallery, located on the apartment building's top floor, is a quirky and intriguing space. Visitors mentioned new exhibitions and legendary works, street art, and a unique environment to explore. However, the location seems likely to be redeveloped soon, and concerns exist that most of the artwork is behind a fence. Despite this, many reviewers noted that the events are vibe and participate in them. Furthermore, the welcoming environment, sense of community, and great souvenirs (including cool t-shirts) are noticeable. Community establishments are essential and work to bring people together, and that is exactly what can be observed. Desperate to visit this place.