Other Events

2025 is the Year of the Snake. To celebrate the New Year, we will hold a thematic exhibition featuring works of art with snake motifs, display selected masterpieces, and more.

On January 2 and 3, traditional Japanese events, such as drum performances and lion dances, will also be held.

Have a wonderful start to the New Year at the Tokyo National Museum!

Found in Lopburi, Thailand, Angkor period, 12th–13th century

By Muneyoshi, Shōwa era, 20th century

Passed down at Jōruriji Temple, Kyoto, Kamakura period, 13th century (Important Cultural Property)

By Keisei Eisen, Edo period, 19th century

Pamphlet for "New Year's Celebration at the Tokyo National Museum: Sensational Snakes from Japan and Beyond"

By Ninnami Dōhachi; Black Raku style, Edo period, 19th century

Passed down by the Uesugi clan, Edo period, 18th century

By Utagawa Hiroshige, Edo period, 1856

By Kagemitsu Kamakura period, 1322 (National Treasure)

January 2

11:00 / 13:15　
Taiko - Japanese Drum Performance　
In front of Honkan

11:45 / 14:00　
Shishimai - Lion Dance performance　
In front of Honkan

12:30　
Ginkenshibu　
In front of Honkan

January 3

11:00 / 13:15　
Taiko - Japanese Drum Performance　
In front of Honkan

11:45 / 14:00　
Shishimai - Lion Dance performance　
In front of Honkan

12:30　
Ginkenshibu　
In front of Honkan

* Locations are subject to change.