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"Yumeji Bound Books -the Bound Book History of Modern Japan" Exhibition
Takehisa Yumeji Museum
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Yumeji Takehisa, Jiro Aoyama, Koshiro Onchi, Sohachi Kimura, Michisei Kono, Settai Komura, Goyo Hashiguchi et al.
This year marks the 125th anniversary of the birth of Yumeji Takehisa, as well as the 100th anniversary of the launch of "Yumeji Art Collection -Spring Edition" that he published for the first time at the age of 25. The book soon became a bestseller, bringing much fame to this emerging painter.
This exhibition showcases a total of 57 books that Yumeji wrote and numerous bound books that he produced. These books also shed light on his relationships with notable figures like print artist Koshiro Onchi, poet Yu Yoshii, writers Masao Kume and Mikihiko Nagata, and many others.
Also on view are beautifully bound books and original illustrations that represent the history of modern bookbinding in Japan.
Gallery Talk by Curator
November 8th (Sun) 15:00-
Free admission
Reservation not required.
This exhibition showcases a total of 57 books that Yumeji wrote and numerous bound books that he produced. These books also shed light on his relationships with notable figures like print artist Koshiro Onchi, poet Yu Yoshii, writers Masao Kume and Mikihiko Nagata, and many others.
Also on view are beautifully bound books and original illustrations that represent the history of modern bookbinding in Japan.
Gallery Talk by Curator
November 8th (Sun) 15:00-
Free admission
Reservation not required.
Schedule | Oct 1 (Thu) 2009-Dec 23 (Wed) 2009 Opening Hours Information
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| Fee | Adults ¥1000, University and High School Students ¥900, Junior High and Elementary School Students ¥500. | ||||
| Venue | Takehisa Yumeji Museum http://www.yayoi-yumeji-museum.jp/  | ||||
| Location | 2-4-2 Yayoi, Bunkyo-ku, Tokyo 113-0032 | ||||
| Access | 7 minute walk from exit 1 at Nezu Station on the Chiyoda line, 7 minute walk from exit 1 at Todaimae Station on the Namboku line, 20 minute walk from the Koen exit of JR Ueno Station. | ||||
| Phone | 03-5689-0462 | ||||
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