October 5, 2005 (Wed), Japanese Gallery (Honkan)

The original Japanese Gallery (designed by the British architect Josiah Conder) was severely damaged in the Great Kanto Earthquake of 1923. In contrast to western style of the original structure, the design of the present Honkan by Watanabe Jin is the more eastern "Emperor's Crown Style." Construction began in 1932, and the building was opened in 1938. 24 exhibition rooms on two floors provide a thorough introduction into Japanese art: "Highlights of Japanese Art" on the second floor introduces the development of Japanese art from Jomon through to the Edo period in a chronological manner, and genre galleries presenting specific rooms displaying ceramics, swords, lacquerwares, sculptures, modern decorative arts as well as the material culture of Ainu and Ryukyu are located on the first floor.

Highlights of Japanese Art(PDF)

2nd floor "Highlights of Japanese Art"

The Dawn of Japanese Art
Prehistory and Protohistory: the Jômon, Yayoi, and Kofun Periods (10000B.C. - A.D. 600)

2nd floor "Highlights of Japanese Art"
Room 1

September 6, 2005 (Tue) -
February 26, 2006 (Sun)
The Rise of Buddhism: Asuka and Nara Periods (6c-8c)

2nd floor "Highlights of Japanese Art"
Room 1

August 30, 2005 (Tue) -
October 10, 2005 (Mon)
National Treasure Gallery Kokuzo Bosatsu (Akasagarbha)

2nd floor "Highlights of Japanese Art"
Room 2

September 27, 2005 (Tue) -
October 23, 2005 (Sun)
Buddhist Art: Heian to Muromachi Periods (8c-16c)

2nd floor "Highlights of Japanese Art"
Room 3

August 30, 2005 (Tue) -
October 10, 2005 (Mon)
Courtly Art: Heian to Muromachi Periods (8c-16c)

2nd floor "Highlights of Japanese Art"
Room 3

August 30, 2005 (Tue) -
October 10, 2005 (Mon)
Zen and Ink Paintings: Kamakura and Muromachi Periods (12c-16c)

2nd floor "Highlights of Japanese Art"
Room 3

August 30, 2005 (Tue) -
October 10, 2005 (Mon)
Art of the Tea Ceremony

2nd floor "Highlights of Japanese Art"
Room 4

July 5, 2005 (Tue) -
October 23, 2005 (Sun)
Attire of the Military Elite: Heian to Edo Periods (12c-19c)

2nd floor "Highlights of Japanese Art"
Rooms 5 & 6

September 21, 2005 (Wed) -
December 18, 2005 (Sun)
Folding Screen- and Sliding Door Paintings: Azuchi-Momoyama and Edo Periods (16c-19c)

2nd floor "Highlights of Japanese Art"
Room 7

September 13, 2005 (Tue) -
October 23, 2005 (Sun)
Interior Furnishings and Daily Utensils: Azuchi-Momoyama and Edo Periods

2nd floor "Highlights of Japanese Art"
Room 8

September 13, 2005 (Tue) -
December 18, 2005 (Sun)
Developments in Painting and Calligraphy: Azuchi-Momoyama and Edo Periods (16c-19c)

2nd floor "Highlights of Japanese Art"
Room 8

September 13, 2005 (Tue) -
October 23, 2005 (Sun)
Noh and Kabuki

2nd floor "Highlights of Japanese Art"
Room 9

September 6, 2005 (Tue) -
October 30, 2005 (Sun)
Ukiyo-e and Costumes: Edo Period (17c-19c)

2nd floor "Highlights of Japanese Art"
Room 10

September 6, 2005 (Tue) -
October 30, 2005 (Sun)

The Dawn of Japanese Art
Prehistory and Protohistory: the Jômon, Yayoi, and Kofun Periods (10000B.C. - A.D. 600)

2nd floor "Highlights of Japanese Art"
Room 1

September 6, 2005 (Tue) - February 26, 2006 (Sun)

The Jomon culture began around 12,000 years ago. Earthenware vessels of this age with various motifs and styles are the starting point of "Highlights of Japanese Art." In the Yayoi period (450 B.C.- A.D. 250), pottery with a simplistic yet refined beauty and dotaku bell-shaped bronzes were prominent, Furthermore, the typical objects of the Kofun period (A.D. 250-600), such as haji-, sue wares and haniwa figurines, as well as mirrors, arms and armor, saddlery, and accessory, expressing the essence of metal and glass craftsmanship are also featured.
Current exhibit includes:
Jomon Vessel with Flame-like Ornamentation, Attributed provenience: Umataka, Nagaoka-shi, Niigata, Jomon period, 3000 - 2000BC
Jar, From Kugahara, Ota-ku, Tokyo, Yayoi period, 1st - 3rd century (Important Cultural Property)
Footed Jar with Ornaments and Diminutives, Sue Stoneware, From Ogasayama, Setouchi-shi, Okayama, Kofun period, 6th century

The Rise of Buddhism: Asuka and Nara Periods (6c-8c)

2nd floor "Highlights of Japanese Art"
Room 1

August 30, 2005 (Tue) - October 10, 2005 (Mon)

In the mid-6th century, Buddhism was officially introduced into Japan from the kingdom of Baekje on the southeastern coast of the Korean peninsula. Japanese culture made a remarkable progress with the adoption of Buddhism. This gallery features early Buddhist statues, sutras, reliquaries, and ritual implements from the Asuka and Nara periods.
Current exhibition includes:
Standing Bosatsu (Bodhisattva), Asuka period, 7th century
Detached Segment of Inga-kyo Sutra (Illustrated sutra of karma explained through Buddha's life), Nara period, 8th century (Important Cultural Property, Private collection)

National Treasure Gallery Kokuzo Bosatsu (Akasagarbha)

2nd floor "Highlights of Japanese Art"
Room 2

September 27, 2005 (Tue) - October 23, 2005 (Sun)

This room is specially designed for the comfortable viewing of masterpieces in a tranquil setting. With each rotation, one exceptional, designated work of painting or calligraphy in the Museum's collection or on loan will be presented.
On Exhibit:
Kokuzo Bosatsu (Akasagarbha), Heian period, 12th century (National Treasure)

Buddhist Art: Heian to Muromachi Periods (8c-16c)

2nd floor "Highlights of Japanese Art"
Room 3

August 30, 2005 (Tue) - October 10, 2005 (Mon)

This room shows the art of the Esoteric Buddhism. Kukai introduced the mature school of esoteric Buddhism with its individualistic visual arts. From the late Heian to the early Kamakura period (1185 - 1333), several new Buddhist schools emerged. Illuminated sutras, portraits of founders, as well as narrative paintings of the origins and miracles related to temples and shrines are characteristic objects of this time.
Current exhibition includes:
Rasatu-ten, One of Twelve Devas, Heian period, 9th century (National Treasure, Lent by Saidai-ji, Nara)
Records of the Western Region, Chusonji Version, Record of the Chinese monk Xuanzang's journey to India, Heian period, 12th century (Important Cultural Property)

Courtly Art: Heian to Muromachi Periods (8c-16c)

2nd floor "Highlights of Japanese Art"
Room 3

August 30, 2005 (Tue) - October 10, 2005 (Mon)

A court culture based on Japanese aesthetics flourished during the mid-Heian period. The keys to unveil the culture of this age are waka (Japanese poems) and narratives, most famously represented by the Tale of Genji. Calligraphies, e-maki narrative picture scrolls, and decorative art objects whose designs are based on literature are on display.
Current exhibition includes:
Hisamatu-gire ,Segment of Poetry Anthology, Attributed to Fujiwara no Kozei, Heian period, 11th century

Zen and Ink Paintings: Kamakura and Muromachi Periods (12c-16c)

2nd floor "Highlights of Japanese Art"
Room 3

August 30, 2005 (Tue) - October 10, 2005 (Mon)

This gallery features works by famous artists of the landscape-painting genre, along with famous works of bokuseki (calligraphy by Zen priests).
Current exhibition includes:
Geju (Verse in Praise of the Buddha), By Ten' in Ryotaku, Muromachi period, 15th century
Humble Study by Mountain Stream, Preface by Taihaku Shingen dated 1413, poetic inscriptions by Daigaku Shusu and five other priests, Muromachi period, 15th century (National Treasure, Lent by Konji-in, Kyoto)

Art of the Tea Ceremony

2nd floor "Highlights of Japanese Art"
Room 4

July 5, 2005 (Tue) - October 23, 2005 (Sun)

This gallery highlights the way of tea through its various art works such as paintings and calligraphy, vases, vessels for kaiseki meals, kettles, tea caddies, and tea bowls.
Current exhibition includes:
Octagonal Tea Ceremony Kettle, Kyoto ware, Hail design, Azuchi-Momoyama period, 16th - 17th century
Tea Bowl, Oido type, Known as "Uraku-ido", Joseon dynasty, 15th - 16th century, Korea (Important Art Object, Gift of Mr. Matsunaga Yasuzaemon)
Tea Caddy in Shape of Eggplant, Shonzui type, Jing-de-zhen ware, Flowering plants in underglaze blue, Ming dynasty, 17th century, China (Gift of Mr. Hirota Matsushige)

Attire of the Military Elite: Heian to Edo Periods (12c-19c)

2nd floor "Highlights of Japanese Art"
Rooms 5 & 6

September 21, 2005 (Wed) - December 18, 2005 (Sun)

Beginning with the sword as the single most important equipment for a samurai, this gallery focuses on arms and armor, saddlery, attire of the warriors as well as their portraits and hand-writings.
Current exhibition includes:
Tachi Sword, By Kunimune, Kamakura period, 13th century (National Treasure, Lent by Toshogu, Tochigi)
Domaru style Armor, With variegated lacing, Muromachi period, 16th century (Important Cultural Property, Lent by Kagoshima Jingu, Kagoshima)

Folding Screen- and Sliding Door Paintings: Azuchi-Momoyama and Edo Periods (16c-19c)

2nd floor "Highlights of Japanese Art"
Room 7

September 13, 2005 (Tue) - October 23, 2005 (Sun)

This gallery is dedicated to the genre of shohei-ga, which includes mural paintings, fusuma paintings and byobu paintings. The room is especially designed for an effective display of grand-scale paintings.
Current exhibition includes:
Farming and Weaving, By Kusumi Morikage, Edo period, 17th century

Interior Furnishings and Daily Utensils: Azuchi-Momoyama and Edo Periods

2nd floor "Highlights of Japanese Art"
Room 8

September 13, 2005 (Tue) - December 18, 2005 (Sun)

The maturing of Japanese culture supported by the military and commoner classes continued throughout the Azuchi-Momoyama and Edo periods. This gallery introduces interior furnishings and daily commodities that had adorned the life of the people during these periods.
Current exhibition includes:
Square Dish, Nezumi-Shino type, Mino Ware, Autumn grasses design , Azuchi-Momoyama period, 16th-17th century
Sumiaka Tebako (Red Cornered Cosmetic Box), Chrysanthemums and paulawnia crests in maki-e lacquer, Azuchi-Momoyama period, 17th century (Important Cultural Property, Lent by Sugo-isobe-Jinja, Ishikawa)
Drawers for Incense Set, Autumn grasses in maki-e lacquer, Azuchi-Momoyama - Edo period, 16 - 17th century
Covered Vessel, Kakiemon type, Imari Ware／Chrysanthemums and stream design in engraving and overglaze enamels, Edo period, 17th century

Developments in Painting and Calligraphy: Azuchi-Momoyama and Edo Periods (16c-19c)

2nd floor "Highlights of Japanese Art"
Room 8

September 13, 2005 (Tue) - October 23, 2005 (Sun)

The gallery introduces the dynamic and multi-faceted world of paintings and calligraphy from the Azuchi-Momoyama- to the Edo period.
Current exhibition includes:
Mandarin duck, By Tawaraya Sotatsu, Edo period, 17th century (Private collection)
Flowers and birds of the four seasons, By Sakai Hoitsu, Edo period, dated 1818
Waka Poetry, By Hon'ami Koetsu, Azuchi-Momoyama period, 17th century
The Moon and Legend, By Shokado Shojo, Edo period, 17th century (Private collection)

Noh and Kabuki

2nd floor "Highlights of Japanese Art"
Room 9

September 6, 2005 (Tue) - October 30, 2005 (Sun)

This exhibit features the Noh costumes used in "Toru", which is staged in autumn. The costumes reflect the elegance of the main character Minamoto no Toru.
Current exhibit includes:
Kariginu(Noh Costume), Design of bamboo on white ground, Edo period, 18th century
Atsuita Karaori Garment(Noh Costume), Design of checker and clematis scroll on light blue ground, Edo period, 18th century
Illustrated handscroll of scenes from Noh and Kyogen plays, Artist unknown, Edo period, 18th century

Ukiyo-e and Costumes: Edo Period (17c-19c)

2nd floor "Highlights of Japanese Art"
Room 10

September 6, 2005 (Tue) - October 30, 2005 (Sun)

This gallery shows individualistic and manifold works of the ukiyo-e artists, ranging from depictions of pleasure quarters, kabuki plays, traditional bird- and flower motifs, over narrative pictures, to landscapes. Costumes of the women at that time is displayed together.
Current exhibit includes:
Furisode(Garment with Long Sleeves), Large chrysanthemums and small flowers on white figured satin, Edo period, 17th century
Kazuki(Veil), Moon and autumn flowering plants on white plain silk, Edo period, 19th century (Private collection)
Kosode(Garment with Small Wrist Openings), Fence and chrysanthemums on light blue crepe, Edo period, 18th century (Private collection)
Beauty on a Veranda, Artist unknown, Edo period, 17th century
Actors Matsumoto Koshiro and Segawa Kikunojo as a Young Couple Eloping, By Katsukawa Shunsho (1726 - 92), Edo period, 18th century (Important Art Object)
A Dancer (Attributed to Ukon Genzaemon), Artist unknown, Edo period, 17th century
Musicians Appearing on Stage: Actors Iwai Hanshiro Ⅳ as Koharu and Sawamura Soujuro Ⅲ as Jihei, By Torii Kiyonaga (1752 - 1815), Edo period, dated 1784
Actor Segawa Tomisaburo Ⅱ as Yadorigi, the Wife of Ogishi Kurando, By Toshusai Sharaku (dates unknown), Edo period, dated 1794 (Kansei 6) (Important Cultural Property)

2nd floor

Thematic Exhibition

Autumn Moon

2nd floor
Room T2

August 30, 2005 (Tue) -
October 10, 2005 (Mon)

Moon and Arrowroots, By Watanabe Seitei, Taisho period, 20th century (Gift of Mr.Tanabe Masanosuke)

Thematic Exhibition

Autumn Moon

2nd floor
Room T2

August 30, 2005 (Tue) - October 10, 2005 (Mon)

In Japan, the moon on the 15th night of the eighth month of the lunar calendar (mid-September in the current calendar) has been appreciated as "the beautiful moon of mid-autumn" since ancient times. This exhibit features autumn moon motifs in Japanese art, and those read in waka poems.

Details

1st floor: Genre Exhibits

Japanese Sculpture

1st floor: Genre Exhibits
Room 11

September 6, 2005 (Tue) -
December 11, 2005 (Sun)
Japanese Sculptures and Metal Art

1st floor: Genre Exhibits
Room 12

September 6, 2005 (Tue) -
December 11, 2005 (Sun)
Ceramics - Ceramics of the Azuchi-Momoyama and Edo Periods -

1st floor: Genre Exhibits
Room 13

September 6, 2005 (Tue) -
December 11, 2005 (Sun)
Thematic Exhibition

Negoro Ware - The Beauty of Red Lacquer

1st floor: Genre Exhibits
Room 13

September 6, 2005 (Tue) -
December 11, 2005 (Sun)
Swords and Sword-fittings

1st floor: Genre Exhibits
Room 13

September 13, 2005 (Tue) -
December 11, 2005 (Sun)
Thematic Exhibition

Religious Textile Art

1st floor: Genre Exhibits
Room 14

September 27, 2005 (Tue) -
December 11, 2005 (Sun)
Thematic Exhibition

Religion of Ainu People

1st floor: Genre Exhibits
Room 15

September 13, 2005 (Tue) -
December 11, 2005 (Sun)
Thematic Exhibition

Series Japanese Natural History : Three-Dimensional Paper Architectural Models

1st floor: Genre Exhibits
Room 16

September 13, 2005 (Tue) -
October 23, 2005 (Sun)
Modern Art: Painting and Sculpture

1st floor: Genre Exhibits
Room 18

August 30, 2005 (Tue) -
October 10, 2005 (Mon)
Modern Decorative Arts

1st floor: Genre Exhibits
Room 19

September 21, 2005 (Wed) -
December 11, 2005 (Sun)
Donations Gallery

1st floor: Genre Exhibits
Room 20

October 4, 2005 (Tue) -
December 11, 2005 (Sun)

Japanese Sculpture

1st floor: Genre Exhibits
Room 11

September 6, 2005 (Tue) - December 11, 2005 (Sun)

This gallery introduces the history of sculptural art in Japan through prototypical wood-sculptures featuring examples dating from the Heian and Kamakura periods, the zenith of Japanese sculpture.
Current exhibition includes:
Standing Sho-Kannon Bosatsu (Arya-Avalokitesvara), Heian period, 9th - 10th century (Important Cultural Property, Lent by Kanshin-ji, Osaka)
Standing Komoku Ten (Virupakusa), Heian period, 12th century (National Treasure, Lent by Joruri-ji, Kyoto)

Japanese Sculptures and Metal Art

1st floor: Genre Exhibits
Room 12

September 6, 2005 (Tue) - December 11, 2005 (Sun)

This gallery introduces many different types of gilt bronze Buddhist statues and figures from the Asuka and Nara periods, such as kyozo (mirror icons) and kakebotoke (hanging icons), as well as Buddhist implements such as candlesticks and incense burners, and implements for esoteric Buddhist rituals.
Current exhibition includes:
Waniguchi Buddist Ritual Gong, Excavated at Miyabuchi-machi, Matumoto-shi, Nagano, Heian period, dated 1001 (Important Cultural Property, Gift of Mr. Takahashi Tamotsu)
Mirror with an Image of Eleven-Headed Kannon (Ekadasamukha Avalokitesvara) in Hair-line Engraving, Autumn grasses and birds on the back, Heian period, dated 1159 (Important Cultural Property)
Bell with Pagoda-Shaped Handle, Kamakura period, dated 1307 (Important Cultural Property, Lent by Jikoji, Saitama)
Plaque with Cast Image of Zao Gongen, Excavated at Mt. Kinpusen, Yoshino-gun, Nara, Heian period, 12th century (Important Cultural Property, Lent by Ominesanji, Nara)
Kei (Flat Gong) in the Shape of a Butterfly, Excavated at Miyabuchi-machi, Matsumoto-shi, Nagano, Heian period, 11th century (Important Cultural Property)

Ceramics - Ceramics of the Azuchi-Momoyama and Edo Periods -

1st floor: Genre Exhibits
Room 13

September 6, 2005 (Tue) - December 11, 2005 (Sun)

The splendidly decorated Edo period ceramics and characteristic tea ceremony wares of the Azuchi-Momoyama period are highlighted.
Current exhibit includes:
Large Dish, Deer and landscape design in overglaze enamels, Kokutani type, Imari Ware, Edo period, 17th century
Flower Vase in the Shape of a Flask, Bizen Ware, Edo period, 17th century (Gift of Mr. Matsunaga Yasuzaemon)

Red-lacquered wine bottle, Muromachi Period, 16th century

Thematic Exhibition

Negoro Ware - The Beauty of Red Lacquer

1st floor: Genre Exhibits
Room 13

September 6, 2005 (Tue) - December 11, 2005 (Sun)

This exhibit features negoro-nuri, or red laquerware, which originated as utensils at temples and shrines.
Exhibit includes:
Red-lacquered Tray with Three Legs, Nanbokucho Period, dated 1379 (Important Cultural Property, Lent by Hotsumisaki-dera, Kochi)
Red-lacquered Oshiki(plate)and Keisu(cup stand), Muromachi Period, dated 1457 (Important Cultural Property, Lent by Masumida Jinja, Ehime)

Details

Swords and Sword-fittings

1st floor: Genre Exhibits
Room 13

September 13, 2005 (Tue) - December 11, 2005 (Sun)

This gallery, dedicated to the history of the Japanese sword, features manifold types of sword blades from the Heian to the Edo periods, as well as scabbards and individual sword fittings that were appreciated throughout history.
Current exhibition includes:
Tachi Sword, Known as "Koryu Kagemitsu", By Kagemitsu, Kamakura period, dated 1322 (National Treasure)
Tachi Sword, Known as "Ohosho", By Rai Kunimitsu, Kamakura period, dated 1327 (National Treasure)

Embroidered Buddhist Icon, Descent of Amida (Amitabha) Triad, Kamakura period, 13th - 14th century (Important Cultural Property, on exhibit from November 8, 2005)

Thematic Exhibition

Religious Textile Art

1st floor: Genre Exhibits
Room 14

September 27, 2005 (Tue) - December 11, 2005 (Sun)

This display features religious embroidery and other textile works preserved at temples. The delicate embroidery needle work, soft colors of natural dyes and carefully woven designs demonstrate how people of long ago gave shapes to their prayers.
Exhibit includes:
Embroidered Buddhist Icon, Descent of Amida (Amitabha) Triad, Kamakura period, 13th - 14th century (Important Cultural Property, on exhibit from November 8, 2005)
Embroidery Fragments with Tenjukoku (Heavenly Paradise) Scene, Kamakura period, 13th century (National Treasure, Lent by Chuguji, Nara, on exhibit through November 6, 2005)

Details

Thematic Exhibition

Religion of Ainu People

1st floor: Genre Exhibits
Room 15

September 13, 2005 (Tue) - December 11, 2005 (Sun)

This display features various ritual implements used by the Ainu people such as inau and iku-pasui, together with their clothes and daily tools.
Exhibit includes:
Ritual Hoe-Shaped Crest, Hokkaido Ainu, 19th century (Gift of Mr. Oda Shokichi and Izumi Rintaro)
Coat, Hokkaido Ainu, 19th century
Necklace, Hokkaido Ainu, 19th century (Gift of Mr. Hirota Kanematsu)
Tray, Hokkaido Ainu, 19th century
Sword Mountings, Hokkaido Ainu, 19th century (Gift of Mr. Tokugawa Yorisada)

Model of Ginkaku Jishoji's Togudo in Higashiyama, Edo period, 19th century (Gift of Mr. Tokugawa Muneyoshi)

Thematic Exhibition

Series Japanese Natural History : Three-Dimensional Paper Architectural Models

1st floor: Genre Exhibits
Room 16

September 13, 2005 (Tue) - October 23, 2005 (Sun)

In the Edo period, okoshiezu paper models were a popular way to view the details of buildings, especially tea rooms.

Details

Modern Art: Painting and Sculpture

1st floor: Genre Exhibits
Room 18

August 30, 2005 (Tue) - October 10, 2005 (Mon)

This gallery features paintings and sculptures from the Meiji to Showa periods, until before World War II. Since it first opened in 1872 as the exposition venue of the Ministry of Education, Tokyo National Museum has collected important artworks that signify the development of modern Japanese art. The exhibit consists of selected works from the collection.
Current exhibition includes:
Maiko girls, By Kuroda Seiki, Meiji period, dated 1893 (Important Cultural Property)
Flame, By Uemura Shoen, Taisho period, dated 1918

Modern Decorative Arts

1st floor: Genre Exhibits
Room 19

September 21, 2005 (Wed) - December 11, 2005 (Sun)

This gallery illustrates the essence of modern Japanese decorative arts, with examples from the World Expositions, from the National Industrial Exhibitions, and works created by the teishitsu gigei-in (Artists to the Imperial Household).
Current exhibition includes:
Incense Burner, Butterflies design in overglaze gold, By Seifu Yohei III, Meiji period, dated 1892

Donations Gallery

1st floor: Genre Exhibits
Room 20

October 4, 2005 (Tue) - December 11, 2005 (Sun)

Since our founding in 1872, more than 3,000 donors have greatly contributed to the forming of the collection in quality as well as in quantity. All of the donors are listed in this room, represented by selections from the donated pieces in grateful remembrance of the donors.
On exhibit:
Figure of Phenix, White porcelain, By Numata Ichiga, dated 1921 (Gift of the artist)
Cat, By Tobari Kogan, dated 1910 (Gift of Mr. Miura Tetsutaro)
Large Flower Vase, Landscape Design, dated 1912 (Gift of the artist)

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October 5, 2005 (Wed), Japanese Gallery (Honkan)

2nd floor "Highlights of Japanese Art"

The Dawn of Japanese Art Prehistory and Protohistory: the Jômon, Yayoi, and Kofun Periods (10000B.C. - A.D. 600)

The Rise of Buddhism: Asuka and Nara Periods (6c-8c)

National Treasure Gallery Kokuzo Bosatsu (Akasagarbha)

Buddhist Art: Heian to Muromachi Periods (8c-16c)

Courtly Art: Heian to Muromachi Periods (8c-16c)

Zen and Ink Paintings: Kamakura and Muromachi Periods (12c-16c)

Art of the Tea Ceremony

Attire of the Military Elite: Heian to Edo Periods (12c-19c)

Folding Screen- and Sliding Door Paintings: Azuchi-Momoyama and Edo Periods (16c-19c)

Interior Furnishings and Daily Utensils: Azuchi-Momoyama and Edo Periods

Developments in Painting and Calligraphy: Azuchi-Momoyama and Edo Periods (16c-19c)

Noh and Kabuki

Ukiyo-e and Costumes: Edo Period (17c-19c)

2nd floor

Autumn Moon

1st floor: Genre Exhibits

Japanese Sculpture

Japanese Sculptures and Metal Art

Ceramics - Ceramics of the Azuchi-Momoyama and Edo Periods -

Negoro Ware - The Beauty of Red Lacquer

Swords and Sword-fittings

Religious Textile Art

Religion of Ainu People

Series Japanese Natural History : Three-Dimensional Paper Architectural Models

Modern Art: Painting and Sculpture

Modern Decorative Arts

Donations Gallery

The Dawn of Japanese Art
Prehistory and Protohistory: the Jômon, Yayoi, and Kofun Periods (10000B.C. - A.D. 600)