Trap, Primorsky Krai, 19th century (Gift of the Geological Society of Amur River, Russia)
Japanese Gallery (Honkan) Room 16
September 5, 2017 (Tue) - November 26, 2017 (Sun)
The Ainu people, who lived in the harsh environment of Hokkaido and its islands, revered nature and the gods, living their lives in harmony with their natural surroundings. This exhibition features everyday items that shed light on the daily lives of the Ainu. These include hunting and fishing tools that Ainu men used, weaving tools and woven items, such as clothing and bags, used by Ainu women, as well as wooden tableware.
Current exhibit includes:
Beater, Hokkaido Ainu, 19th century (Gift of Mr. Tokugawa Yorisada)
Knife, Hokkaido Ainu, 19th century (Gift of the Hokkaido Project Management Bureau, Ministry of Agriculture and Commerce)
Harpoon, Hokkaido Ainu, 19th century (Gift of the Hokkaido Project Management Bureau, Ministry of Agriculture and Commerce)
Trap, Primorsky Krai, 19th century (Gift of the Geological Society of Amur River, Russia)
Coat, Hokkaido Ainu, 19th century
The Village of Koropokkur, By Touu Oda, Dated 1907