Past Other Events

Cherry Blossom Viewing at the Tokyo National Museum

Cherry blossoms can only be seen for a few days each year and are a well-known symbol of spring in Japan. The annual event Cherry Blossom Viewing at the Tokyo National Museum features famous works of art celebrating cherry blossoms. Make the most of springtime in Japan at the Tokyo National Museum! 

Finding Cherry Blossoms in the Japanese Gallery (Honkan)

*All the works are in the collection of the Tokyo National Museum.

　

Honkan Room 12, March 12–June 2   

Box for the Ten-Round Incense Game, with Cherry Blossoms
Edo period, 19th century (Gift of Mrs. Yoshida Tomiko)

Implements for the ceremonial game of incense were stored in this box, to form a set. The design features flowers in a variety of shapes and attractive coloring.

(Right screen)

Honkan Room 7, February 20–April 7  

Dog-Chasing Competition (Inuoumono)
Edo period, 17th century

These folding screens feature a traditional contest to improve archery etiquette. The depiction of the everyday customs of the spectators is also a highlight.

Honkan Room 10, March 12–April 14

Viewing Cherry Blossoms at Sensōji Temple
By Chōbunsai Eishi, Edo period, 18th century

Honkan Room 10, March 5–April 21

Long-Sleeved Kimono (Furisode) with Weeping Cherry Trees, Chrysanthemums, and Paper Strips
Edo period, 18th century

Honkan Room 10, March 12–April 14 

Woman under a Cherry Blossom Tree
By Kawamata Tsuneyuki, Edo period, 18th century

Honkan Room 13, March 12–June 2

Set of Dishes with Weeping Cherry Trees
Nabeshima ware, Edo period, 18th century (Gift of Mr. Yoneda Minoru and Ms. Yoneda Chieko)

Honkan Room 10, March 5–April 21

Gift Cover (Fukusa) with Chickens, Cherry Blossoms, and a Drum
Edo period, 19th century

Honkan Room 8, February 6–April 21

Gourd-Shaped Sake Bottle
By Funada Ikkin, Edo period, 1843

Opening of the Garden

The northern side of the garden, where you can see 10 kinds of cherry blossoms, including Yoshino cherries, is currently open to the public.

9:30 a.m.–5:00 p.m.

• *Please note that the area may be closed or restricted due to bad weather or maintenance.
• *The teahouses cannot be entered.

General Information

 

Date

March 12, 2024 (Tue) - April 7, 2024 (Sun)  

Time

9:30 a.m.-5:00 p.m. Open until 7:00 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays. (Last admission 30 minutes before closing.)

Venue

Japanese Gallery (Honkan) and Museum Garden

Closed

Mondays (Except for March 25)

Admission

Adults: 1000 yen
University students: 500 yen

*Special exhibitions require a separate ticketing procedure.
*Admission is free for senior high/junior high/elementary school students and persons under 18 and over 70 years of age (please show proof of age when entering).
*Persons with disabilities are admitted free with one accompanying person each (please present an ID at the ticket booth).