Revived Meiji Architecture - Repair work on Tokyo National Museum's Hyokeikan Gallery

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Designed by Katayama Tokuma and known as the "building to express joy", the Hyokeikan was created in 1900 for the celebration of Emperor Taisho's marriage. The Tokyo National Museum (formerly the Tokyo Imperial Household Museum) was appointed for the building's care and maintenance after the building was presented to the Imperial Household following its completion in 1908. The building was designated an Important Cultural Property in 1978, noted as a typical example of Western style architecture from the late Meiji period.

In the near century since its completion, the Hyokeikan has deteriorated. It was closed last year to repair leaks in the roof and other areas that were in need of attention. These repairs have now been completed, and the public is again free to view its renovated interiors. Computer screens will show an overview of the repair work, as well as the original plans and drawings of the Hyokeikan and its history.

For related events, please see the exhibition's website.

Schedule	Oct 24 (Tue) 2006-Jan 28 (Sun) 2007  Opening Hours Information Hours 9:30-17:00 Closed Monday Open on a public holiday Monday but closed on the following day. Closed during the New Year holidays.
Fee	Adults ¥1000; University Students ¥500; High School Students and Under, Under 18s and Seniors 70 & Over free. Special Exhibition Fees may be charged separately.
Website	http://www.tnm.jp/en/servlet/Con?pageId=A01&processId=02&event_id=3590
Venue	Tokyo National Museum https://www.tnm.jp/?lang=en
Location	13-9 Ueno Park, Taito-ku, Tokyo 110-8712 Open with a Map App
Access	10 minute walk from the Koen exit of JR Ueno Station, 13 minute walk from the Main exit of Keisei Ueno Station on the Keisei line, 15 minute walk from exit 7 at Ueno Station on the Ginza and Hibiya lines.
Phone	050-5541-8600 (Hello Dial)

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