Important Cultural Property Sword, inscribed in red with Yoshihiro/Hon'a (signature) (famous Matsuie), Kamakura period, Sano Museum of Art
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名刀のいろは Commemorating the 60th Anniversary of the Sano Art Museum and the 85th Anniversary of the City of Mishima
2026.09.05 Sat - 2026.10.18 Sun
Important Cultural Property Sword, inscribed in red with Yoshihiro/Hon'a (signature) (famous Matsuie), Kamakura period, Sano Museum of Art
Focusing on master Japanese Swords from the Sano Art Museum and the Tokugawa Art Museum, this exhibition explores the fascination of Japanese Swords from multiple perspectives. In addition to highlighting key points of appreciation—such as form, jigane (steel surface), hamon (temper pattern), and polishing—it also introduces the cultural dimensions of swords, including rituals, attire, and other ceremonial contexts.
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Admission
University students and adults: 1,600 yen
Elementary, junior high and high school students: 800 yen
*Free for elementary and junior high school students on Saturdays
*20% discount for groups of 15 or more
* Free admission for those aged 65 and over on Monday, September 21st (National Holiday), Respect for the Aged Day. -
Opening Hours
10:00–17:00 (last admission at 16:30) -
Closed
Thursdays