Special/Featured Exhibitions

Autumn Special Exhibition
[MIYABI: The Courtly Elegance of Classical Japan]
The Enchanting World of The Tale of Genji

The Tale of Genji, written by Murasaki Shikibu, is a celebrated literary classic that has delighted readers for more than a millennium. This exhibition presents the cultural history of The Tale of Genji as seen in literature, arts and crafts, and the performing arts, and uncovers the roots of its enduring appeal.

Overview of the Exhibition

Period
Hours 10:00am to 5:00pm (Admittance until 4:30pm)
Closed Days Every Monday (or the following day if a national holiday or substitute holiday falls on a Monday)
Admission Tickets

Adults: 1,600yen (including the admission to "The Flowering of Imperial Court Culture" at the Hōsa Bunko Galleries.)
Students (high school and university): 800yen
Students (elementary and junior high school): 500yen