Textiles of Ryukyu Kingdom

Japan Folk-Craft Museum
Starts 8/22
Approximately 50 pieces from our collection of Ryukyu bingata and weaving textiles are exceptionally fine works purchased by Ryoichi Mizutani, collaborator in the Mingei Movement, from Goeku Chosho upon Yanagi’s recommendation. Goeku Chosho, who supported Yanagi’s activities in Okinawa, was the 15th head of the Goeku Palace, a branch of the royal family of the Shō clan which ruled the Ryukyu Kingdom. While the specific works obtained from Prince Goeku remained unknown until now, this exhibition will mainly showcase these pieces with artworks connected to the Shō family together.

Schedule

Aug 22 (Sat) 2026-Nov 3 (Tue) 2026 

Opening Hours Information

Hours
10:00-17:00
Closed
Monday
Open on a public holiday Monday but closed on the following day.
FeeAdults ¥1500, University and High School Students ¥800, Junior High School Students and Under free.
VenueJapan Folk-Craft Museum
https://mingeikan.or.jp/?lang=en
Location4-3-33 Komaba, Meguro-ku, Tokyo 153-0041
Access6 minute walk from the West exit of Komabatodaimae Station on the Keio Inokashira line, 15 minute walk from the West exit of Higashi-Kitazawa Station on the Odakyu Odawara line.
Phone03-3467-4527
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