Cultural Property “Hyakudan Kaidan -The Hundred Stairs-” Exhibition

A Miniature World x Hyakudan Kaidan
A Small World Unfolding in a Cultural Property

The appeal of miniatures, including the fun of seeing familiar things on a smaller scale as well as the world of elaborate technology and playful spirit, transcends time and borders with the power to captivate people.
In this exhibition, a “small world” created in a variety of genres, using different techniques and sensibilities, emerges in the seven rooms of the cultural property Hyakudan Kaidan. Dioramas of Japanese landscapes, fingertip-sized works, as well as miniature Hina dolls and accessories all come together to create a second, miniature Japan within the cultural property.

Date

Jan 18 (Sat.) – Mar 9 (Sun.), 2025
* Open every day during exhibition period.

Opening hours

11:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m. (last entry: 5:30 p.m.)

The Lucky Cat Traveling Through Time Exhibition at Hyakudan Kaidan

With its exquisite poise and enigmatic expression, the cat has been a muse for many artists throughout the ages.
Enchanted by such feline mystique, works by artists both old and new will assemble at the Cultural Property “Hyakudan Kaidan.”
The oldest recorded history of domesticated cats in Japan comes from the Heian period. Scenes featuring cats from “The Pillow Book” and “The Tale of Genji” come to life through three-dimensional art.
From the Edo period, we showcase a cat-themed Ukiyoe collection.
And from the Taisho/Meiji period, the rare collection of artist and cat product designer, Meroji Kawamura, presents a world of cats imbued with Taisho romanticism.
Continually captivating humans, enjoy the transcending charm of cats through the 7 rooms of “Hyakudan Kaidan.”

Date

Mar 20 (Thu.) – Jun 15 (Sun.), 2025
*Closed on May 7(Wed.)(for changing exhibits).

Opening hours

11:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m. (last entry: 5:30 p.m.)