Art Exhibitions
Secrets of Kimono: Birthplace of Yuzen
Sep 12 – Nov 15, 09:00–17:00, closed Mondays (next weekday if a holiday) · Niigata Prefectural Museum of Modern Art, Nagaoka
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Dates
- Sep 12 – Nov 15, 2026
- Closed Mondays (next weekday if a holiday)
- 09:00–17:00
About this event
SummaryAn exhibition exploring the unique beauty and design of traditional kimonos.
Highlights
• Over 470 years of history from renowned maker Chiso.
• Works bridging two-dimensional and three-dimensional forms.
• Items from the National Museum of Modern Art, Kyoto.
• Creations by Living National Treasures.
• Pattern books, paintings, and dyeing designs.
Details
This exhibition showcases a rich collection of kimonos, pattern books (hinagata-bon), paintings, and crafts. It highlights the unique design ingenuity that connects flat and spatial forms. The display includes works from the early modern period and modern Kyoto art scenes. Visitors can appreciate the historical context and artistic techniques used in these traditional garments.
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