Upcoming Special Exhibition

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Exploring with Hokusai! The Ultimate Encyclopedia of Ukiyo-e Prints

Thu, December 11, 2025 - Mon, February 23, 2026
Ukiyo-e prints are now appreciated and collected as art objects. However, in the Edo period, they were media that contained a variety of information and functioned as a mirror reflecting the social conditions of the time. At the same time, they were getting appreciated as works of art as well. This exhibition will explore the power and possibilities of ukiyo-e prints as media by showcasing works by Hokusai, his disciples, and other artists. The appeal of ukiyo-e prints will be conveyed from various angles, such as the history of woodblock printing, changes in the production techniques of ukiyo-e prints, variations in woodblock format, the diverse subject matter, and the imagination of artists.
Term
December 11 - February 23, 2026 tentative
*Some exhibits are changed during the term

1st term: December 11 - January 18, 2026
2nd term: January 21 - February 23, 2026
Open
Tuesday-Sunday
Closed
Mondays, December 29 – January 2, 2026
Hours
9:30 am - 5:30 pm (last admission 5:00 pm)
Exhibition room
3rd floor Exhibition Room
Organizers
Sumida City, The Sumida Hokusai Museum