Cultural Properties in 8K: The National Treasure “Illustrated Biography of Prince Shotoku” 2019

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Chitei Hata

The Illustrated Biography of Prince Shotoku is a national treasure that once adorned the Hall of Paintings of Horyuji Temple in Nara. It was painted in 1069, almost one thousand years ago, based on the legends surrounding the life of Prince Shotoku (574-622). Although many later versions were painted, this painting is recognized as the oldest surviving version. Through its long history, much of its original vibrancy and detail has been lost, making it difficult to appreciate in its current form.

The 8K Art Viewer is an application that allows users to view high-resolution images of the Illustrated Biography of Prince Shotoku on a large-screen 8K monitor. As they navigate the tablet, the viewer is able to enlarge the details of the painting far beyond the capabilities of the naked eye, and are even able to see Prince Shotoku’s subtle facial expressions. Informative explanations about each episode in Prince Shotoku’s life are also available.

This year, while the Illustrated Biography of Prince Shotoku is exhibited at the Gallery of Horyuji Treasures, the 8K Art Viewer will also be on display in an interactive area. Visitors will have a chance to learn about the legendary life of Prince Shotoku and examine this ancient masterpiece as never before possible.

Venue: Room 6, The Gallery of Horyuji Treasures

Schedule	Oct 29 (Tue) 2019-Nov 24 (Sun) 2019  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	https://www.tnm.jp/modules/r_event/index.php?controller=dtl&cid=5&id=10229&lang=en
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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