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December 7, 2018 (Fri), Japanese Archaeology and Special Exhibition (Heiseikan)

The Heiseikan, built to commemorate the crown prince's wedding in 1993, serves primarily as the space for special exhibitions. For this purpose there are four special exhibition galleries on the second floor, as well as the Japanese Archaeological Gallery.

1st floor: Japanese Archaeology (Chronological Exhibition)

The Beginning of Tool Making in the Paleolithic Era

1st floor: Japanese Archaeology (Chronological Exhibition)
Japanese Archaeology Gallery

May 8, 2018 (Tue) -
May 26, 2019 (Sun)
Permanent Settlements and the Creation of Pottery

1st floor: Japanese Archaeology (Chronological Exhibition)
Japanese Archaeology Gallery

May 8, 2018 (Tue) -
May 26, 2019 (Sun)
Interaction with the Asian Continent and the Pottery of an Agricultural Society

1st floor: Japanese Archaeology (Chronological Exhibition)
Japanese Archaeology Gallery

May 8, 2018 (Tue) -
May 26, 2019 (Sun)
Political Maturation and the Creation of Symbols of Authority

1st floor: Japanese Archaeology (Chronological Exhibition)
Japanese Archaeology Gallery

May 15, 2018 (Tue) -
June 2, 2019 (Sun)
The Yamato Kingdom and the Production of Symbols of Authority

1st floor: Japanese Archaeology (Chronological Exhibition)
Japanese Archaeology Gallery

May 15, 2018 (Tue) -
June 2, 2019 (Sun)
Large Burial Mounds and the Increase in Metal Production

1st floor: Japanese Archaeology (Chronological Exhibition)
Japanese Archaeology Gallery

May 15, 2018 (Tue) -
June 2, 2019 (Sun)
The Rise of Provincial Clans and the Development of a Unique Culture

1st floor: Japanese Archaeology (Chronological Exhibition)
Japanese Archaeology Gallery

May 15, 2018 (Tue) -
June 2, 2019 (Sun)
Late Burial Mounds and Influence from the Asian Continent

1st floor: Japanese Archaeology (Chronological Exhibition)
Japanese Archaeology Gallery

May 15, 2018 (Tue) -
June 2, 2019 (Sun)
The Beginnings of a State under the Ritsuryo System

1st floor: Japanese Archaeology (Chronological Exhibition)
Japanese Archaeology Gallery

May 15, 2018 (Tue) -
May 26, 2019 (Sun)
Mountain Worship and the Belief in the Decline of Buddhism

1st floor: Japanese Archaeology (Chronological Exhibition)
Japanese Archaeology Gallery

May 15, 2018 (Tue) -
May 26, 2019 (Sun)
Life and Death in the Kamakura Period

1st floor: Japanese Archaeology (Chronological Exhibition)
Japanese Archaeology Gallery

May 15, 2018 (Tue) -
May 26, 2019 (Sun)
Objects Excavated from Edo

1st floor: Japanese Archaeology (Chronological Exhibition)
Japanese Archaeology Gallery

May 15, 2018 (Tue) -
May 26, 2019 (Sun)

Microblades, Excavated at Araya Site, Nagaoka-shi, Niigata, Paleolithic period, 16000 BC (Gift of Mr. Hoshino Ryo)

The Beginning of Tool Making in the Paleolithic Era

1st floor: Japanese Archaeology (Chronological Exhibition)
Japanese Archaeology Gallery

May 8, 2018 (Tue) - May 26, 2019 (Sun)

Including:
Polished Stone Axes, From Kannoki Site, Shinano-machi, Nagano, Paleolithic period, 35000 BC (Lent by Nagano Prefectural Museum of History, Nagano)
Trapezes, From Kannoki Site, Shinano-machi, Nagano, Paleolithic period, 35000 BC (Lent by Nagano Prefectural Museum of History, Nagano)
Backed Blades, From Kannoki Site, Shinano-machi, Nagano, Paleolithic period, 35000 BC (Lent by Nagano Prefectural Museum of History, Nagano)
Microblades, Excavated at Oketo Azumi Site, Oketo-cho, Hokkaido, Paleolithic period, 18000 BC (Gift of Mr. Matsudaira Yoshito)
Gravers, Excavated from Araya site, Nagaoka-shi, Niigata, Paleolithic period, 16000 BC (Gift of Mr. Hoshino Ryo)

List of Exhibits

Deep Bowl, Excavated at Azusawa Shell Mound, Itabashi-ku, Tokyo, Jomon period, 2000-1000 BC (Gift of Mr. Goto Shuichi)

Permanent Settlements and the Creation of Pottery

1st floor: Japanese Archaeology (Chronological Exhibition)
Japanese Archaeology Gallery

May 8, 2018 (Tue) - May 26, 2019 (Sun)

Including:
Stone Rod, Excavated at Hirabayashi, Fujikawa-cho, Yamanashi, Jomon period, 3000-2000 BC (Gift of Mr. Hosaka Chojiro)
Deep Bowls, Excavated at Hanamiyama Site, Yokohama-shi, Kanagawa, Jomon period, 11000-7000 BC (Lent by the Yokohama City Board of Education, Kanagawa)
Deep Bowl, Excavated at Natsushima Shell Mound, Yokosuka-shi, Kanagawa, Jomon period, 7000-4000 BC (Important Cultural Property, Lent by the Meiji University Museum, Tokyo)
Deep Bowls, Excavated at Habitation Site 1, Takikubo Site, Kokubunji-shi, Tokyo, Jomon period, 3000-2000 BC (Important Cultural Property, Lent by Musashi Kokubunji, Tokyo)
Vessel with Spout, Excavated at Yoyama Shell Mound, Choshi-shi, Chiba, Jomon period, 2000-1000 BC (Private collection)
Footed Shallow Bowl, Excavated at Kizukuri Kamegaoka, Tsugaru-shi, Aomori, Jomon period, 1000-400 BC

Jar, Excavated at Mizuho-c, Mizuho-ku, Nagoya-shi, Aichi, Yayoi period, 1st-3rd century

Interaction with the Asian Continent and the Pottery of an Agricultural Society

1st floor: Japanese Archaeology (Chronological Exhibition)
Japanese Archaeology Gallery

May 8, 2018 (Tue) - May 26, 2019 (Sun)

Including:
Jar, Excavated at Uriwari, Hirano-ku, Osaka-shi, Osaka, Yayoi period, 4th-3rd century BC
Jar, Excavated at Uriwari, Hirano-ku, Osaka-shi, Osaka, Yayoi period, 4th-3rd century BC
Stem Cup, Excavated at Higashioda-Nanaita, Chikuzen-machi, Fukuoka, Yayoi period, 2nd-1st century BC (Lent by Chikuzen Education Board, Fukuoka)
Jar Stand, From Higashioda-Nanaita Site, Chikuzen-machi, Fukuoka, Yayoi period, 2nd-1st century BC (Lent by Chikuzen-machi Education Commission)
Burial Jar, For an infant child, Excavated in Saga prefecture, Yayoi period, 2nd-1st century BC
Jar, Excavated at Mizuho-c, Mizuho-ku, Nagoya-shi, Aichi, Yayoi period, 1st-3rd century
Stemmed Dish, Excavated at Mizuho-cho, Mizuho-ku, Nagoya-shi, Aichi, Yayoi period, 1st-3rd century

Mirror with Triangular Rim, Dragon and tiger design, Excavated from Izumikoganeduka Tumulus, Izumi-shi, Osaka, Han-Western Jin dynasty, 2nd–3rd century (Japan: Kofun period, 4th–5th century) (Important Cultural Property)

Political Maturation and the Creation of Symbols of Authority

1st floor: Japanese Archaeology (Chronological Exhibition)
Japanese Archaeology Gallery

May 15, 2018 (Tue) - June 2, 2019 (Sun)

Including:
Mirror with Semi-triangular Rim, Design of Two Divinities and Two Animals, From Samidatakarazuka Tumulus, Kawai-cho, Nara, Kofun period, 4th–5th century (Important Cultural Property)
Jar, Haji earthenware, Excavated at Iwase Oyama Nekozuka Tumulus, Takamatsu-shi, Kagawa, Kofun period, 3rd–4th century (Gift of Kagawa Prefecture)
Jar, Haji earthenware, From Shonai Site Toyonaka-shi, Osaka, Kofun period, 3rd century (Gift of Mr. Hashimoto Sotaro)
Mirror, Triangular rim with divinity, beast, chariot, and horse design, Excavated from Oiwayama Tumulus, Koshinohara, Yasu-shi, Shiga, Kofun period, 4th–5th century (Gift of Mr. Sawa Tomonoshin and Mr. Kobayashi Kuichi)
Mirror with Triangular Rim, Dragon and tiger design, Excavated from Izumikoganeduka Tumulus, Izumi-shi, Osaka, Han-Western Jin dynasty, 2nd–3rd century (Japan: Kofun period, 4th–5th century) (Important Cultural Property)

House-shaped Ring Pommel, Excavated at Todaijiyama Tumulus, Tenri-shi, Nara, Kofun period, 4th century (National Treasure)

The Yamato Kingdom and the Production of Symbols of Authority

1st floor: Japanese Archaeology (Chronological Exhibition)
Japanese Archaeology Gallery

May 15, 2018 (Tue) - June 2, 2019 (Sun)

Including:
Mirror, Alternated geometric pattern with beast design, Excavated from Samita takarazuka Tumulus, Kawai-cho, Nara, Kofun period, 4th–5th century, Important Cultural Property
Iron Sword with Floral Ring Pommel, With inscription in gold inlay, Excavated at Todaijiyama Tumulus, Tenri-shi, Nara, Kofun period, 4th century; sword blade: created in China, 2nd century (National Treasure)
House-shaped Ring Pommel, Excavated at Todaijiyama Tumulus, Tenri-shi, Nara, Kofun period, 4th century (National Treasure)
Mirror, Hunting scene design, Attributed provenance: Yawatabara-machi, Takasaki-shi, Gunma, Kofun period, 4th–5th century (Important Cultural Property)
Ceremonial Object in Shape of Staff, Precious stone, Provenance unknown, Kofun period, 4th century

Steatite Adze, Excavated at Noge Otsuka Tumulus, Setagaya-ku, Tokyo, Kofun period, 5th century (Important Cultural Property)

Large Burial Mounds and the Increase in Metal Production

1st floor: Japanese Archaeology (Chronological Exhibition)
Japanese Archaeology Gallery

May 15, 2018 (Tue) - June 2, 2019 (Sun)

Including:
Visored Helmet, From Otsukayama Tumulus, Gion, Kisarazu-shi, Chiba, Kofun period, 5th century
Steatite Adze, Excavated at Noge Otsuka Tumulus, Setagaya-ku, Tokyo, Kofun period, 5th century (Important Cultural Property)
Iron Shield, Preserved at Isonokami-Jingu, Tenri-shi, Nara, Kofun period, 5th century (Important Cultural Property, Lent by Isonokami Jingu, Nara)
Short Cuirass, Vertical iron bands joined with leather, Excavated from Omaruyama Kofun, Koaza Higashiyama, Shimomukoyama-cho, Kofu-shi, Yamanashi, Kofun period, 4th century
House-shaped Vessel Sue stoneware, Excavated at Daidoji Tumulus, Musota, Wakayama-shi, Wakayama, Kofun period, 5th century

Mirror with Five Bells, Excavated at Showa-mura, Tone-gun, Gunma, Kofun period, 5th–6th century

The Rise of Provincial Clans and the Development of a Unique Culture

1st floor: Japanese Archaeology (Chronological Exhibition)
Japanese Archaeology Gallery

May 15, 2018 (Tue) - June 2, 2019 (Sun)

Including:
Mirror with Five Bells, Excavated at Showa-mura, Tone-gun, Gunma, Kofun period, 5th–6th century
Saddle Fittings, Excavated from Ashikagakoenroku tumulus, Midori-cho, Ashikaga-shi, Tochigi, Kofun period, 6th-7th century; restored in 1999 (Gift of Mr. Ogawa Kozaburo)
Pommel with Silver Inlay, From Hongo, Fujioka-shi, Gunma, Kofun period, 6th century (Important Art Object)
Flat Vessel, Sue stoneware, Excavated at Karamatsu, Niimi-shi, Okayama, Kofun period, 6th–7th century
Bronze Bracelet with Bells, Excavated from Ueno Tumulus, Chikusei-shi, Ibaraki, Kofun period, 5th–6th century

Late Burial Mounds and Influence from the Asian Continent

1st floor: Japanese Archaeology (Chronological Exhibition)
Japanese Archaeology Gallery

May 15, 2018 (Tue) - June 2, 2019 (Sun)

Including:
Mirror, Animal and Grape design, From Nishi Kuruno-cho, Gojyo-shi, Nara, Kofun period, 7th century
Small coffin, From kamikobayashi-cho, Ota-shi, Gunma, Kofun (Asuka) period, 7th–8th century (Gift of Mr. Takano Yasaburo)

Shibi (kite-shaped ridge-end ornament), From the ruins of temple at Tosaka"Takaida," Kashiwara-shi, Osaka, Asuka-Nara period, 7th-8th century

The Beginnings of a State under the Ritsuryo System

1st floor: Japanese Archaeology (Chronological Exhibition)
Japanese Archaeology Gallery

May 15, 2018 (Tue) - May 26, 2019 (Sun)

Including:
Lidded Jar Three-color glaze, Excavated at Ai, Ibaraki-shi, Osaka, Nara period, 8th century (Important Cultural Property)
Cinerary Urn, Excavated at Fumi no Nemaro's Tomb, Yataki, Haibara-ku, Uda-shi, Nara, Asuka period, dated 707 (National Treasure)
Round Eave Tile, Design of Lotus flower, From the ruins of Asuka-dera, Asuka-mura, Nara, Asuka period, 6th-7th century
Five-storied Stupa of Fired Clay, From Tamako-machi, Higashimurayama-shi, Tokyo, Nara period, 8th century
Shibi (kite-shaped ridge-end ornament), From the ruins of temple at Tosaka"Takaida," Kashiwara-shi, Osaka, Asuka-Nara period, 7th-8th century

Bronze Image of Zao Gongen, From Tomb at Mount Omine Peak, Tenkawa-mura, Nara, Heian period, 10th–12th century (Important Art Object)

Mountain Worship and the Belief in the Decline of Buddhism

1st floor: Japanese Archaeology (Chronological Exhibition)
Japanese Archaeology Gallery

May 15, 2018 (Tue) - May 26, 2019 (Sun)

Including:
Mirror with Image of Zao Gongen, Excavated at Kinpusen, Tenkawa-mura, Nara, Heian period, 10th–12th century (Important Cultural Property, Lent by Ominesanji, Nara)
Mirror with Image of Zao Gongen in Hairline Engraving, Excavated at the Mount Omine Peak Site, Tenkawa-mura, Nara, Heian period, 10th–12th century Important Art Object)
Bronze Image of Zao Gongen, From Tomb at Mount Omine Peak, Tenkawa-mura, Nara, Heian period, 10th–12th century (Important Art Object)
Finial of Priest’s Staff, Bronze, From Mount Nantaisan Peak Tomb, Tyugusi, Nikko-shi, Tochigi, Heian-Kamakura period, 10th–13th century (Important Cultural Property, Lent by Futarasan-jinja, Tochigi)
Bell with Handle, Bronze, From Mount Nantaisan Peak Tomb, Tyugusi, Nikko-shi, Tochigi, Heian–Kamakura period, 10th–13th century (Important Cultural Property, Lent by Futarasan-jinja, Tochigi)
Iron Spearheads, From Mount Nantaisan Peak Tomb, Tyugusi, Nikko-shi, Tochigi, Heian–Kamakura period, 10th–13th century (Important Cultural Property, Lent by Futarasan-jinja, Tochigi)

Life and Death in the Kamakura Period

1st floor: Japanese Archaeology (Chronological Exhibition)
Japanese Archaeology Gallery

May 15, 2018 (Tue) - May 26, 2019 (Sun)

Including:
Itabi with Sanskrit Characters Symbolizing Amitabha Triad, Muromachi period, dated 1457
Ewer, White porcelain, Jingdezhen ware, ChinaFrom Minamishiga-cho, Otsu-shi, Shiga, Kamakura Period, 13th–14th century (Northern Song dynasty, 11th century), (Important Cultural Property, Lent by Omi-jingu, Shiga)
Jar, Autumn grass design, From Minami Kase, Saiwai-ku, Kawasaki-shi, Kanagawa, Heian period, 12th century (National Treasure, Lent by Keio University, Tokyo)

Gold coin (Keicho oban), Azuchi-Momoyama～Edo period, 16th–17th century (Gift of Mr. Okawa Isao)

Objects Excavated from Edo

1st floor: Japanese Archaeology (Chronological Exhibition)
Japanese Archaeology Gallery

May 15, 2018 (Tue) - May 26, 2019 (Sun)

Including:
Roof Tile, Edo period, 17th–19th century
Round Eave Tile with Gold Leafwith plum brossom crest, From Yuraku-cho, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo, Edo period, 17th century
Cakra Wheel, From site of Honmaru Palace, Edo Castle, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo, Edo period, 17th century
Gold coin (Keicho oban), Azuchi-Momoyama～Edo period, 16th–17th century (Gift of Mr. Okawa Isao)

1st floor: Japanese Archaeology (Thematic Exhibitions)

Important Cultural Property: Haniwa (Terracotta tomb figurine), Woman in formal attire

1st floor: Japanese Archaeology (Thematic Exhibitions)
Japanese Archaeology Gallery

June 26, 2018 (Tue) -
June 16, 2019 (Sun)
Dogu: Objects for Prayer from the Jomon Period

1st floor: Japanese Archaeology (Thematic Exhibitions)
Japanese Archaeology Gallery

May 8, 2018 (Tue) -
May 26, 2019 (Sun)
Accessories and Objects for Prayer from the Jomon Period

1st floor: Japanese Archaeology (Thematic Exhibitions)
Japanese Archaeology Gallery

May 8, 2018 (Tue) -
May 26, 2019 (Sun)
Daily Tools of the Jomon Period

1st floor: Japanese Archaeology (Thematic Exhibitions)
Japanese Archaeology Gallery

May 8, 2018 (Tue) -
May 26, 2019 (Sun)
Daily Tools of the Yayoi Period

1st floor: Japanese Archaeology (Thematic Exhibitions)
Japanese Archaeology Gallery

May 8, 2018 (Tue) -
May 26, 2019 (Sun)
Accessories and Ritual Implements from the Yayoi Period

1st floor: Japanese Archaeology (Thematic Exhibitions)
Japanese Archaeology Gallery

May 8, 2018 (Tue) -
May 26, 2019 (Sun)
Bronze Ritual Implements of the Yayoi Period

1st floor: Japanese Archaeology (Thematic Exhibitions)
Japanese Archaeology Gallery

May 8, 2018 (Tue) -
May 26, 2019 (Sun)
The Post-Jomon Culture in Hokkaido

1st floor: Japanese Archaeology (Thematic Exhibitions)
Japanese Archaeology Gallery

May 8, 2018 (Tue) -
May 26, 2019 (Sun)
The Development of Sue pottery

1st floor: Japanese Archaeology (Thematic Exhibitions)
Japanese Archaeology Gallery

March 6, 2018 (Tue) -
June 2, 2019 (Sun)
Ancient Chinese Mirrors from Japanese Kofun Burial Mounds

1st floor: Japanese Archaeology (Thematic Exhibitions)
Japanese Archaeology Gallery

May 15, 2018 (Tue) -
June 2, 2019 (Sun)
Agricultural Tools of the Kofun Period

1st floor: Japanese Archaeology (Thematic Exhibitions)
Japanese Archaeology Gallery

May 15, 2018 (Tue) -
June 2, 2019 (Sun)
Imported Bronze Mirrors and Japanese Bronze Mirrors

1st floor: Japanese Archaeology (Thematic Exhibitions)
Japanese Archaeology Gallery

May 15, 2018 (Tue) -
June 2, 2019 (Sun)
Rituals of the Kofun Period

1st floor: Japanese Archaeology (Thematic Exhibitions)
Japanese Archaeology Gallery

May 15, 2018 (Tue) -
June 2, 2019 (Sun)
Various Treasured Articles

1st floor: Japanese Archaeology (Thematic Exhibitions)
Japanese Archaeology Gallery

May 15, 2018 (Tue) -
June 2, 2019 (Sun)
Development of the Production of Beads and Jade Objects

1st floor: Japanese Archaeology (Thematic Exhibitions)
Japanese Archaeology Gallery

May 15, 2018 (Tue) -
June 2, 2019 (Sun)
Changes in Weaponry

1st floor: Japanese Archaeology (Thematic Exhibitions)
Japanese Archaeology Gallery

May 15, 2018 (Tue) -
June 2, 2019 (Sun)
Funerals of the Kofun Period

1st floor: Japanese Archaeology (Thematic Exhibitions)
Japanese Archaeology Gallery

May 15, 2018 (Tue) -
June 2, 2019 (Sun)
The Niizawa Senzuka Tombs and Exchange with the Asian Continent

1st floor: Japanese Archaeology (Thematic Exhibitions)
Japanese Archaeology Gallery

May 15, 2018 (Tue) -
June 2, 2019 (Sun)
Ancient Swords with Inscriptions and the Society of the Kofun Period

1st floor: Japanese Archaeology (Thematic Exhibitions)
Japanese Archaeology Gallery

May 15, 2018 (Tue) -
June 2, 2019 (Sun)
The Eta Funayama Burial Mound and the Advanced Culture of Provincial Clans

1st floor: Japanese Archaeology (Thematic Exhibitions)
Japanese Archaeology Gallery

May 15, 2018 (Tue) -
June 2, 2019 (Sun)
Development of Figural Haniwa Tomb Figurines

1st floor: Japanese Archaeology (Thematic Exhibitions)
Japanese Archaeology Gallery

June 5, 2018 (Tue) -
June 16, 2019 (Sun)
Figural Haniwa Tomb Figurines and Funerary Rituals

1st floor: Japanese Archaeology (Thematic Exhibitions)
Japanese Archaeology Gallery

June 5, 2018 (Tue) -
June 16, 2019 (Sun)
Ancient Coins

1st floor: Japanese Archaeology (Thematic Exhibitions)
Japanese Archaeology Gallery

May 15, 2018 (Tue) -
May 26, 2019 (Sun)
Ancient Japanese Tomb Epitaphs

1st floor: Japanese Archaeology (Thematic Exhibitions)
Japanese Archaeology Gallery

May 15, 2018 (Tue) -
May 26, 2019 (Sun)
Unearthed Clay Statues

1st floor: Japanese Archaeology (Thematic Exhibitions)
Japanese Archaeology Gallery

May 15, 2018 (Tue) -
December 25, 2018 (Tue)
Ancient Writing and Officials of the Nara Period

1st floor: Japanese Archaeology (Thematic Exhibitions)
Japanese Archaeology Gallery

May 15, 2018 (Tue) -
May 26, 2019 (Sun)
Sutra Mounds: Time Capsules for 5,670,000,000 Years

1st floor: Japanese Archaeology (Thematic Exhibitions)
Japanese Archaeology Gallery

May 15, 2018 (Tue) -
May 26, 2019 (Sun)
Mirrors excavated from sutra mounds

1st floor: Japanese Archaeology (Thematic Exhibitions)
Japanese Archaeology Gallery

May 15, 2018 (Tue) -
May 26, 2019 (Sun)
Sutras Preserved inside Sutra Mounds: Tile, Stone, and Bronze Sutras

1st floor: Japanese Archaeology (Thematic Exhibitions)
Japanese Archaeology Gallery

May 15, 2018 (Tue) -
May 26, 2019 (Sun)
Gold Coins Unearthed in Edo

1st floor: Japanese Archaeology (Thematic Exhibitions)
Japanese Archaeology Gallery

May 15, 2018 (Tue) -
May 26, 2019 (Sun)
Earthenware Vessels Excavated from the Daimyo Residence in Edo

1st floor: Japanese Archaeology (Thematic Exhibitions)
Japanese Archaeology Gallery

May 15, 2018 (Tue) -
December 25, 2018 (Tue)

Haniwa (Terracotta tomb figurine), Woman in formal attire (detail), Excavated at Yokozuka, Toyoshiro-cho, Isesaki-shi, Gunma, Kofun period, 6th century (Important Cultural Property)