Barbara J. London provides an introduction to the exhibition, Video from Tokyo to Fukui and Kyoto. She explores the theme of international exchange of technology and culture in relation to the emergence of video art in Japan. The article cites early Japanese video artists, collectives, important exhibitions, and active venues. Starting with a description of the influence of 1960’s anti-art activities on early video art practitioners, London traces the specific concerns of the 16 artists participating in the exhibition. Within her vision of international exchange, she attempts to maintain the integrity of context, articulating specifically Japanese influences on the work.