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This illustrated catalogue compiled by samurai lord Hotta Masa’atsu features vivid color illustrations and detailed explanations of birds. "Waterfowl, One" from Album of Birds Compiled by Hotta Masa'atsu (1758–1832) Until June 21, 2026 in Room 5, Japanese Gallery #TNMOnView

These earrings decorated the ears of bear cubs during Ainu bear-sacrifice ceremonies. Bear Cub Earrings for a Sacrificial Ceremony Sakhalin Ainu; 19th century Until June 21, 2026, in Room 18, Japanese Gallery #TNMonView #Ainu #Bear

Nobles, samurai, and wealthy merchants stored brushes and other writing tools in lavishly decorated lacquered boxes like this one. Writing Box with Hydrangeas Edo period, 18th century Until June 21, 2026, in Room 18, Japanese Gallery #TNMonView #Japan

This auspiciously designed kimono would have been worn during very formal occasions. Formal Outer Kimono (Uchikake) with Bamboo Curtains, Kusudama, and Cherry Blossoms Edo period, 18th century Until June 28 in Room 20, Japanese Gallery #TNMOnView #Kimono #Japan

During the Edo period, hairpins grew more decorative as women's done-up hairstyles became elaborate. Note the worm-eaten leaf of this hairpin. Hairpin with Double Cherry Blossoms Edo period, 19th century Until May 31, 2026, in Room 3, Japanese Gallery #TNMonView #Hairpin

Books or musical scores were placed on this stand. Creative and witty designs like this are typical of mid-19th-century lacquerware. Reading Stand with a Wisteria Trellis Edo period–Meiji era, 19th century Until June 21, 2026, in Room 18, Japanese Gallery #TNMonView #Japan

The warrior Satō Tadanobu raises a Go board, poised to strike down at the enemies attacking him. Satō Tadanobu Fighting with a Go Game Board By Katsukawa Shunzan Edo period, 18th century Until May 10, 2026, in Room 20, Japanese Gallery #TNMOnView #Ukiyoe #samurai

The shape of this vase is based on metal vases. Its pale, jade green color was much sought after by nobility during the Goryeo dynasty (918–1392). Lobed Vase Goryeo dynasty, 12th century Until June 28, 2026, in Room 10, Asian Gallery #TNMonView #Korea #Celadon

Across the entire surface of this bowl, the artist Ninnami Dōhachi depicted blooming cherry trees with multiple planes of depth. Bowl with Cherry Trees Edo period, 19th century By Ninnami Dōhachi Until May 31, 2026, in Room 13, Japanese Gallery #TNMonView #CherryBlossoms

The emperor historically rode in imperial palanquins (hōren) like this during official outings. Imperial Palanquin (Hōren) Edo period, 19th century On permanent display on the 2nd Floor of the Japanese Gallery #TokyoNationalMuseum #Japan #Emperor

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The 783-character inscription on this case recounts the life of a monk and how sutras came to be buried in this case. Sutra Case Heian period, 1103 On display in the Japanese Archaeology Gallery (temporarily closed until April 7, 2026), Heiseikan #TNMonView #Archaeology #Japan

This painting depicts the archery instructor Tōgo Shigemochi (died 1688) in Satsuma Domain (present-day Kagoshima Prefecture). Taking Aim By Soyama Sachihiko Meiji era, 1890 Until April 19, 2026 in Room 18, Japanese Gallery #TokyoNationalMuseum #OnDisplay #Painting

With a small mouth and a rotund body, this vase features designs in white slip and inlay of black clay (sanggam) over a gray base. Vase with Vines Joseon dynasty, 15th century Until June 28, 2026, in Room 10, Asian Gallery #TNMonView #Korea #Ceramics

According to legend, this sword was used to slay a drunken demon who terrorized Kyoto. It was thus named Yasutsuna's Demon Cutter. Blade for a Long Sword (Tachi), Named "Dōjigiri Yasutsuna" Heian period, 10th–12th century In Room 13, Japanese Gallery #TNMOnDisplay #Samurai

Khmer ceramics with dark brown glazes were used in daily life. Those coated with dark brown and white glazes were likely first made in the second half of the 11th century. Vase with Flowers Angkor period, 11th–12th century In Room 12, Asian Gallery #TNMonView #Khmer #Ceramics

With a seemingly unprotected head and chest, this armor evokes a warrior unafraid of death. Armor (Gusoku) with a Two-Piece Cuirass Imitating a Bare Chest Azuchi-Momoyama–Edo period, 16th–17th century Until April 5, 2026, in Room 5, Japanese Gallery #TokyoNationalMuseum #Samurai

This helmet was found from the tomb of a powerful regional chieftain. It features riveting and gilding, new techniques introduced from the Korean Peninsula. Visored Helmet Kofun period, 5th century Until June 28, 2026, in Room 1, Japanese Gallery #TNMonView #Japan #Helmet #Tombs

The Wisdom King Fudō is tasked with destroying evil and converting stubborn unbelievers to Buddhism. The Wisdom King Fudō Heian period, 11th century Until April 5, 2026, in Room 11, Japanese Gallery #TNMOnView #Buddhism #Sculpture

Gaṇeśa, identified by his elephant head, is the son of the Hindu god Śiva. He is worshipped as a deity of wealth and wisdom who can remove obstacles in people's way. Gaṇeśa Angkor period, 12th–13th century In Room 11, Asian Gallery #TNMonView #Cambodia #Angkor #Sculpture