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Special Exhibition: The Arrival of Jakuchu

Oct 31 – Dec 13, 09:30–17:00 · Sano City Yoshizawa Memorial Museum, Sano · Tochigi

Dates

  • Oct 31 – Dec 13, 2026, 09:30–17:00

About this event

Summary
Experience the first joint exhibition in the Kanto region of Itō Jakuchū's masterpieces, 'Insect Picture Book' and 'Fruit and Vegetable Scroll', from the Fukuda Museum of Art in Kyoto.

Highlights
• First-ever joint display of these two significant works in the Kanto region.
• Features familiar depictions of chickens and previously unseen portraits.
• Showcases the diverse artistic charm of Itō Jakuchū (1716–1800).
• Includes the Important Cultural Property 'Insect Picture Book' from the Yoshizawa Memorial Museum.

Details
This groundbreaking event brings together the renowned collection of the Fukuda Museum of Art, which was previously only accessible in Kyoto. The exhibition highlights the artist's versatility, presenting his well-known nature studies alongside rare portrait paintings. Visitors have a unique opportunity to view the 'Insect Picture Book' (Kaichū-gazu) and 'Fruit and Vegetable Scroll' (Kasho-zukan) together for the first time in this region. The 'Insect Picture Book' is a designated Important Cultural Property, adding significant historical value to the display. This event offers a comprehensive look at the works of a prominent mid-Edo period artist, bridging the gap between the artist's home in Kyoto and the Kanto region.

Also on the list: Art Exhibitions in Tochigi

  1. Ukiyo-e Featuring Artists and Animals

    Tochigi City Museum of Art

    Details Google Maps

  2. Kazuo Iwamura Frog Picture Book Exhibition

    Kazuo Iwamura Picture Book Hill Museum, Nakagawa

    Details Google Maps

  3. Mikio Yamazaki Exhibition Illusion/Imagination

    Kosugi Hoan Museum of Art, Nikko · Nikkō

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