Model of Boat, Hokkaido Ainu, 19th century (Gift of the Hokkaido Administration Office)
Japanese Gallery (Honkan) Room 15
April 6, 2010 (Tue) - July 4, 2010 (Sun)
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This exhibition introduces the traditional Ainu way of life through an array of weaving tools, fabrics and garments, as well as wooden utensils and models of Ainu houses and boats.
Exhibit includes:
Model of Boat, Hokkaido Ainu, 19th century (Gift of the Hokkaido Administration Office)
Coat, Hokkaido Ainu, 19th century (Gift of Mr. Tokugawa Yorisada, on exhibit from May 25, 2010)
Bolt of Attushi, Hokkaido Ainu, 19th century (Gift of Mr. Mori Masanori, on exhibit through May 23, 2010)
Harpoon, Hokkaido Ainu, 19th century
Tray, Hokkaido Ainu, 19th century (Gift of Ms. Hirako Hatsu)