An event held during the cherry blossom season in our museum (MOMAT) offers visitors the opportunity to enjoy the beauty of Japanese spring while appreciating masterpieces of Japanese-style paintings.

In one room, visitors will find a variety of masterpieces associated with spring, including Kawai Gyokudo’s Parting Spring, a National Important Cultural Property depicting cherry blossoms falling on the water, and folding screens such as Kikuchi Hobun’s Fine Rain on Mt. Yoshino, and Funada Gyokuju’s Flowers (Image of Evening) featuring bright pink petals.

Gallery Talks in English will also be offered. A rest area with a view of cherry blossoms will be set up in the front yard of the Museum. In addition to drinks and food for take-out, our museum’s original seasonal goods will be available for purchase.

You will be able to enjoy the cherry blossoms in full bloom not only around the Imperial Palace, but also in our museum.

MOMAT volunteers will introduce several works from our collection suitable for spring. This program is offered in English.

*Each session takes about 30 minutes
*No pre-registration required. Free with Museum admission.

Relax and enjoy the view of cherry blossoms from rest area in front of the museum.

Pick up a special food, a drink, and other take-out for the occasion from the museum restaurant L’ Art et Mikuni.

No better way to rest after a neighborhood stroll or museum visit.

Original seasonal goods such as ticket folders, magnets, and furoshiki wrapping cloths decorated with cherry-blossom and floral motifs will be available for purchase.

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