Exploring Frontispiece Illustrations of the Meiji and Taishō Eras — The Asahi Collection: Behind‑the‑Scenes Stories and Highlights from the Collector

Date	2026.07.18 Sat 11:00–12:00／14:00–15:00
Instructor	Tomoo Asahi (Visiting Researcher, Art Research Center, Ritsumeikan University) , Eriko Kawachi (Chief Curator, Sano Art Museum)
Venue	Lecture Room, Sano Art Museum
Capacity	20 participants per session
Fee	1,000 yen
Registration	Advance registration required; first-come, first-served
Notes	The event may be subject to change or cancellation due to unforeseen circumstances.

 

Join us for a special program featuring Tomoo Asahi, renowned collector of kuchie (woodblock-printed frontispieces) from the Meiji and Taishō periods, together with a curator from the Sano Art Museum. Participants will have the rare opportunity to view actual works up close while hearing about Asahi’s more than twenty years of collecting, his encounters with various pieces, memorable episodes, and the unique appeal of woodblock kuchie—insights only a dedicated collector can offer.

Please note that the program may be subject to change or cancellation due to unforeseen circumstances.
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