Key Facts
• Exhibition dates: September 6, 2025 (Saturday) to September 28, 2025 (Sunday)
• Closed on Mondays (open on holidays, closed the following weekday)
• Hours: 9:30 AM to 5:00 PM (last entry at 4:30 PM)
• Venue: Special Exhibition Room, Saiku History Museum, Taki District, Meiwa Town, Takegawa 503
• Admission fees: General ¥400 (¥320 for groups of 20+), University students ¥320 (¥250 for groups), Free for high school students and younger
• Combined ticket with permanent exhibition: General ¥700, University students ¥510, Free for high school students and younger
• No prior registration required for entry or related events
• Related events: Gallery talk by Mikiko Hayashi on September 6, 2025, and a workshop on September 23, 2025
• Contact: Saiku History Museum, 0596-52-3800
• Featured exhibits include Mikiko Hayashi’s court art pieces, such as Genji-themed shell covers and props inspired by the NHK drama ‘Hikaru Kimi e’
Summary
The Saiku History Museum in Mie Prefecture will host the ‘Mikiko Hayashi Exhibition – Elegance of the Imperial Court’ from September 6 to September 28, 2025. This exhibition showcases the refined culture of the Heian period through Mikiko Hayashi’s court art, including shell covers and other works. Highlights include items inspired by the NHK drama ‘Hikaru Kimi e.’ Visitors can also enjoy a gallery talk by the artist on September 6 and a hands-on workshop on September 23. Admission fees range from ¥320 to ¥700, with free entry for high school students and younger. No prior registration is required. For more information, contact the Saiku History Museum at 0596-52-3800.
