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The Story of “Bonsai”: History of Bonsai from Ancient Tmes to the Present
The Omiya Bonsai Art Museum, Saitama
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Exhibition introducing the history of bonsai trees, starting with bonsai depicted in ancient Chinese murals and picture scrolls from Japan’s middle ages (11th century-16th century), before moving onto the garden maps of Daimyo and ukiyo-e prints. It will also explore how bonsai was loved by politicians of the Meiji Period (1868-1912), and show how Omiya Bonsai Village was established in the early 20th century.
Schedule | May 20 (Sat) 2017-Jul 5 (Wed) 2017 Opening Hours Information
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| Fee | Adults ¥310; University and High School Students, Seniors 65 & Over ¥150; Junior High and Elementary School Students ¥100. | ||||
| Venue | The Omiya Bonsai Art Museum, Saitama https://www.bonsai-art-museum.jp/en/  | ||||
| Location | 2-24-3 Toro-cho, Kita-ku, Saitama-shi, Saitama 331-0804 | ||||
| Access | 5 minute walk from the East exit of Toro Station on the JR Utsunomiya and Shonan Shinjuku lines, 10 minute walk from Omiya Koen Station on the Tobu Urban Park line. | ||||
| Phone | 048-780-2091 | ||||
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