HM the Emperor's Formal Court Costume
with Ocherous Outer Robe (Winter Use)
[on view through November 26]
HM the Emperor's Formal Court Costume
with Ocherous Outer Robe (Winter Use)
[on view through November 26]
HM the Empress's
Formal Court Costume
[on view through November 26]
Bonbonnière commemorating
His Majesty's enthronement
[on view throughout the exhibition period]
The year 2023 marks the 5th year of His Majesty the Emperor’s reign and the 30th wedding anniversary of Their Majesties the Emperor and Empress. This autumn, for its reopening event following renovations, the Museum of the Imperial Collections is pleased to host this exhibition that introduces aspects of Their Majesties’ lives and showcases milestones from their 30-year journey together.
Highlights include formal attire worn during the wedding ceremony, such as Her Majesty Empress Masako’s wedding gown, as well as articles of clothing made to commemorate key moments in the childhood of Her Imperial Highness Princess Aiko. The historic vestments and furnishings used in the accession ceremonies, congratulatory gifts from diverse well-wishers, as well as images of Their Majesties carrying on the cherished traditions of the Imperial Household are also on display. Visitors will discover the many duties Their Majesties have undertaken thus far while also gaining a richer understanding of how these objects and events are woven into the fabric of Japan's cultural heritage.
Left: Large Chrysanthemum Crest Banner (White) [on view through November 26]
Center: Large Chrysanthemum Crest Banner (Red) [on view through November 26]
Right: "Long Live the Emperor" Banner [on view throughout the exhibition]
HM the Emperor's Ceremonial Court Costume worn during the Wedding Ceremony
[on view through November 26]
Scenes of Yuki Province for the Reiwa Era (right screen)
Poetry by Shino Hiroshi; Painting by Tabuchi Toshio
[on view through November 26]
Scenes of Suki Province for the Reiwa Era (left screen)
Poetry by Nagata Kazuhiro; Painting by Tsuchiya Reiichi
[on view from November 28]
HIH Princess Aiko’s Formal Court Robes worn during the Hakama-Donning Ceremony
[on view from November 28]
Bonbonnière for a celebratory wedding banquet
[on view throughout the exhibition period]
HM the Empress's Ceremonial Court Costume worn during the Wedding Ceremony
[on view through November 26]
HM the Emperor's Formal Court Costume with Ocherous Outer Robe (Winter Use)
[on view through November 26]
HM the Empress's Formal Court Costume
[on view through November 26]
Bonbonnière commemorating His Majesty's enthronement
[on view throughout the exhibition period]
HM the Emperor's Ceremonial Court Costume worn during the Wedding Ceremony
[on view through November 26]
HM the Empress's Ceremonial Court Costume worn during the Wedding Ceremony
[on view through November 26]
Bonbonnière for a celebratory wedding banquet
[on view throughout the exhibition period]
HIH Princess Aiko’s Formal Court Robes worn during the Hakama-Donning Ceremony
[on view from November 28]
Left: Large Chrysanthemum Crest Banner (White) [on view through November 26]
Center: Large Chrysanthemum Crest Banner (Red) [on view through November 26]
Right: "Long Live the Emperor" Banner [on view throughout the exhibition]
Scenes of Yuki Province for the Reiwa Era (right screen)
Poetry by Shino Hiroshi; Painting by Tabuchi Toshio
[on view through November 26]
Scenes of Suki Province for the Reiwa Era (left screen)
Poetry by Nagata Kazuhiro; Painting by Tsuchiya Reiichi
[on view from November 28]
*All works are housed in the Imperial Household Agency.
Exhibition
Special Exhibition Celebrating the 5th Year of His Majesty’s Reign and the 30th Wedding Anniversary of Their Majesties — Ushering in the Reiwa Era: 30 Years in Retrospect
Exhibition Dates
November 3–December 24, 2023
*Some artworks are rotated during the exhibition period. The rotation schedule is as follows.
Term I: November 3–26 Term II: November 28–December 24
Closed
Mondays (If Monday is a holiday, the Museum will be open on that Monday and closed on the following weekday.)
December 25, 2023–January 3, 2024, and between exhibitions. Subject to change.
Hours
9:30 a.m.–5:00 p.m. (Last admission 4:30 p.m.)
General Admission
Adults: \ 1,000 University students: \ 500 (Timed-Entry System)
*Free admission for high school students, visitors under 18 and over 70. Please present a valid ID.
*All tickets must be reserved in advance online (Timed-Entry System).
*Visitors eligible for free admission or other discounts must also make a reservation for security reasons.
*Visitors with General Admission tickets can view both exhibitions (Ushering in the Reiwa Era and The Aesthetics of the Imperial Court) at no extra charge on the day of their visit.
Organizer
The Museum of the Imperial Collections, Sannomaru Shozokan
With the Special Support
Imperial Household Agency
Venue
Gallery 1, The Museum of the Imperial Collections, Sannomaru Shozokan
1-8 Chiyoda, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo, 100-0001 (East Gardens of the Imperial Palace)
[Museum website] https://shozokan.nich.go.jp/en/
Number of Exhibits
50 items
General Inquiries
+81 (0)50-5541-8600 (NTT Hello Dial Service)
Commemorating the Opening of The Museum of the Imperial Collections, Sannomaru Shozokan
The Aesthetics of the Imperial Court:
Beauty Passed Down through the Ages
Gallery 2 / November 3–December 24, 2023 Find out more
Visitors with General Admission tickets can view both exhibitions (Ushering in the Reiwa Era and The Aesthetics of the Imperial Court) at no extra charge on the day of their visit.
1-8 Chiyoda, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo, 100-0001 (East Gardens of the Imperial Palace)
Tel: +81 (0)50-5541-8600 (NTT Hello Dial Service)
Subway Lines: 5-minute walk from Otemachi Station (Exit c13a)
JR Lines: 15-minute walk from Tokyo Station (Marunouchi North Exit)
◎ Hirakawa-mon Gate >>>
Subway Tozai Line: 10-minute walk from Takebashi Station (Exit 1a)
◎ Kitahanebashi-mon Gate >>>
Subway Tozai Line: 15-minute walk from Takebashi Station (Exit 1a)
*Hirakawa-mon Gate and Kitahanebashi-mon Gate are closed on Fridays and when the East Gardens of the Imperial Palace are closed.
Public Relations Office for the Special Exhibition Ushering in the Reiwa Era (within YOUTH PLANNING CENTER, INC.)
Contacts : Ms. Suzuki and Ms. Ikebukuro
4th Floor, KN-Shibuya-3 Building, 9-8 Sakuragaoka, Shibuya, Tokyo, 150-8551
Tel: +81 (0)3-6826-8853
E-mail: kouhou_30years＠ypcpr.com
