Japan’s Shoso-in Exhibition Showcases Ancient Beauty
Ticket information has been announced for the 78th Annual Exhibition of Shoso-in Treasures, which will be held from Oct. 24 to Nov. 9 at the Nara National Museum in Nara.
Japan's Shoso-in Exhibition will showcase 60 ancient treasures from the repository, highlighting the splendor of the Tempyo culture that thrived in the eighth century. The exhibition, running from Oct. 24 to Nov. 9 at the Nara National Museum in Nara, will display exceptional items such as Blue Ivory Go Game Pieces featuring intricate engravings of birds and flowers, an Offering Box with oil-painted designs of phoenixes and scrolling motifs, and a beautiful banner adorned with floral, tortoiseshell, and leaf-shaped patterns.
Visitors can purchase tickets online or through Lawson Ticket, Art Exhibition Japan app, or CN Play Guide. Late-hour discounts are available for those visiting after 4 p.m. on weekdays or after 5 p.m. on weekends. The exhibition can be found at https://shosoin-ten.jp/en/.
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