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A major ukiyo-e series depicting Mount Fuji by the late-Edo-period artist Hokusai Katsushika
A Spanish missionary during the period in which the Society of Jesus was founded, and the first missionary to bring Christian teachings to Japan
Obon is a Buddhist memorial ceremony for ancestors. It is held from July 13-15 on the lunar calendar, or August 13-15 on the Gregorian calendar.
Rugby is a sport where fifteen players on each team chase an elliptical-shaped ball, scoring 'tries' and 'drop goals' for points.
Namazu (catfish) live in freshwater areas and shallow seas. Catfish were believed to have the power to cause earthquakes.
Kagura is a style of dance that takes place during a festival to entertain the gods. The origin of this dance can be traced back through Japanese mythology. Two styles are commonly known: Mikagura, which was exclusively performed in the Imperial Palace, and Satokagura, which was performed for the public.
Setsubun (Bean-Throwing Festival), is a seasonal ritual to drive out demons and evil spirits, takes place the night before Risshun (first day of spring). The whole family throws beans throughout the house.
Common name for Jisho Temple built by the 8th Ashikaga shogun, Yoshimasa Ashikaga; a space of wabi and sabi aesthetics of transience and imperfection, it displays the sensibilities of Higashiyama Culture
Asagao is an annual of the Convolvulaceae Morning Glory family. It was a popular flower for gardening, and exhibitions were held frequently.
Kakitsubata, one type of Japanese iris, blooms in early summer into a pretty purple flower and has been cultivated since traditional times; the word kikitsubata is also familiar as a seasonal word
A large marine mammal belonging to the order Cetacea that in ancient times was considered a fish
A flower, along with the rose, that has been popular since long in the past in the East and West alike; many cultivars have been developed from lilies native to Japan
A symbol of longevity and health, the crane figures prominently in the pine-and-crane motif, seen in many paintings
Along with cherry blossoms, Japanese plum flowers have been familiar to Japanese people since ancient times
Yukimi, or snow-viewing, is one of a customs related to snow. The first record of snow-viewing is thought to be the yukimi feast in the year 872, mentioned in Nihon Sandai Jitsuroku (The True History of Three Reigns of Japan).
This gallery presents the major events and important documents involved in the framing and enactment of Japan's Constitution.
Gion Matsuri is a festival held in Kyoto every July. It is said to have originated in the Heian era to pray for the elimination of plagues and evil. It is now held at Yasaka Shrine.
The cat, or ie-neko in Japanese, is a domesticated species of Felis genus of the Felidae family. They are widely spread throughout Japan.
This gallery introduces some Japanese folklore whose theme is the different world, such as Minamoto no Yorimitsu, Sakata no Kintoki (Kintaro) and Tengu.
Matsumoto Castle, located in Matsumoto, Nagano Prefecture, has the oldest Tenshu complex in existence. The Tenshu is designated as one of Japan's national important cultural properties.
A temple having a group of the world's oldest wooden buildings and known for its connection with Prince Shotoku
A haiku poet, painter, and calligrapher of the mid-Edo period, considered one of the greats of literati painting
The Japanese crested ibis is a pelican-like bird of the Ibis family. Since the Meiji era, its population has dropped sharply due to overhunting to collect its feathers. It is designated as an endangered species and special natural treasure.
The National Diet Building is where government proceedings are held. The current building, located in Nagata-cho, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo, was built in 1936 and survived World War II.
A warlord of the Azuchi-Momoyama period who rose from lowly origins to overlord of all Japan 1537-1598
Common name of Rokuon Temple, built in Kitayama, Kyoto, by Shogun Yoshimitsu Ashikaga; includes the glittering-gold Shari reliquary hall
Scholar of Dutch learning of the late Edo period and author of Japan’s first translation of a Western book on anatomy who contributed to the development of Dutch learning
A U.S. Navy serviceman who came to Japan twice toward the end of the Tokugawa Shogunate, pressing for the opening of the country, and who concluded the Convention of Peace and Amity between the United States of America and the Empire of Japan
Nobunaga Oda was a Busho (military commander) of the Sengoku and Azuchi-momoyama eras. In spite of his aspiration to unify Japan, he took his own life during an attack by his subordinate, Mitsuhide Akechi, while staying at Honnoji Temple.
JR's main station is in Marunouchi, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo. It was designed by architect, Kingo Tatsuno, who is also known as the 'Father of Modern Architecture'.
Judo is a sport whose beginnings stem from Kobudo (an ancient martial practice). It was founded by Jiroro Kano. Judo’s popularity has spread overseas and is a popular Olympic event.
A late Edo and Meiji period statesman who successfully negotiated the bloodless surrender of Edo castle
At the Star Festival, which originated in Chinese mythology, women make wishes to improve their skills.
Regional confections and specialty sweets that developed with the expansion and development of highways across Japan
A white-feathered bird that lives all over the world, the heron is noted for its cleanliness and is a popular subject of bird and flower paintings
A major flowering tree native to Japan in the Theaceae family, known in Europe as “winter’s rose”
A German physician and naturalist who served as a physician for the Dutch trading house in Dejima during the Edo period
A botanical encyclopedia compiled by Philipp Franz von Siebold that introduced Japan’s flora to Europe
A haiku poet of the early Edo period who established the Basho style and greatly influenced succeeding generations
Shiwasu is the lunar calendar name for December. The term continued to be used after the introduction of the solar calendar during the Meiji era and is still used today.
The eighth shogun of the Ashikaga Shogunate in the Muromachi period; constructed Ginkaku Temple and was a patron of Higashiyama Culture
The oldest domesticated animal, dogs have long served as hunting dogs and guard dogs in Japan
Shogatsu, a new year event, is the beginning of the calendar year. On this day, people in Japan welcome Toshigami (The Goddess of Luck).
The peony, an outstanding flower representative of Asia, comes in many varieties cultivated from ancient times
Little-known historical facts about Japanese confections and the favorites of famous writers
Tengu is a mountain priest spirit with a red face and a long nose. The worship of Tengu is connected with Buddhism and mountain worship.
A fish originally bred from crucian carp for ornamental purposes. It often features in paintings and literary works.
As a fish-based fertilizer, supported Japanese agriculture during the Edo period and the building of “herring mansions” in the Meiji period
An enlightenment thinker active from the end of the Edo period into the Meiji period who, on the basis of his experiences on three trips to Europe and the United States, stressed the importance of looking outside of Asia for knowledge, and who founded the Keio Gijuku School
A Heian period female author who produced Japan's oldest epic novel, The Tale of Genji
This flower, abundant in Japan, appears in the crest of the imperial family and is also the national flower of Japan
A mysterious ukiyo-e artist who drew unique pictures of actors in the late Edo period
Fireworks near Ryogoku Bridge, which started in the Edo period, is a gorgeous summer tradition in Tokyo
Haniwa is a type of earthenware made to be placed on the kofun (tumuli) tombs during the Kofun era. It was made in various shapes, including cylinders, people and animals.
The unagi (eel) belongs to Anguilla genus, Anguillidae family, Anguilliformes order, Actinopterygii subclass, Osteichthyes superclass. They are found throughout Japan.
The mermaid is a legendary, water-dwelling creature, with the upper body of a human, and the lower body of a fish. Mermaid folklore exists throughout Japan.
An evergreen shrub of the Theaceae family, the leaves of which are processed and brewed for drinking; trade in tea has had a considerable impact on world history; in recent years Japanese green tea has attracted notice
A Tenshu, or castle keep, is the symbolic multi-level tower of a Japanese castle complex. Tenshu is sometimes written in different Chinese characters, which can still be read as 'tenshu'.
Large Japanese ships that plied the route between Hokkaido and Osaka in the Edo period and were used in northern maritime trade
Sen no Rikyu was a tea master from the Azuchi-Momoyama era. He developed and perfected the tradition of Wabi-cha.
This Japanese spring tradition is the fun activity of catching shellfish and small fish on the beach at low tide
Almost everyone is familiar with the 1964 Olympic Games held in Tokyo. But did you know that the Olympic games scheduled to take place in Tokyo in 1940 were never held? Here is an introduction to the history of Japan’s participation in Olympics, including the story of the 1940 Olympics that never took place.
Sibusawa Eiichi who is well-known as the Father of Japanese moderan economy. This gallery is about corporate materials concerned with his records.
Patriot toward the end of the Edo period who succeeded at rallying anti-Shogunate factions; founded the company Kameyama Shachu (later the Kaientai)
A beetle familiar in Japanese life and culture through firefly hunting and in the legend of firefly battles
A geographical surveyor of the Edo period who created the first map of Japan using surveying techniques
Hyakkiyako refers to a number of yokai walking in a procession at night. It was believed that seeing them would cause death.
Also known as the Chrysanthemum Festival, this annual event of Chinese origin occurs on the 9th of the lunar Ninth Month
In Japan, bamboo has been venerated as a symbol of vitality since ancient times and has been widely used for tools, decoration, and ornamentation
This fish of the Scombridae family has been an important edible fish since ancient times
Nihonbashi Bridge spans the Nihonbashi River in Tokyo's Chuo district, and is the starting point of the five main highways, Go-kaido.
Himeji Castle, located in Himeji, Hyogo today is designated as a world heritage site. The castle is also called Hakuro-jo/Shirasagi-jo (white egret castle) because the exterior walls are painted with white plaster.
Intermediary trade by Ryukyu in the 14th to 16th centuries conducted with China, Japan, Korea, and various Southeast Asian countries
Jomon Doki refers to earthenware pottery which was made and used during the Jomon era. They were widely used in Japan from Hokkaido to Okinawa, and their style and patterns varied depending on the region and time they were made.
A legendary beauty and female poet of the Heian period, counted among the Six Poet Immortals and Thirty-six Poet Immortals
The hydrangea, a garden plant associated with the rainy season, can be appreciated in many famous places
Dogu figurines were crafted from clay during the Jomon era. Most dogu designs are female and represented a pregnant woman to pray for fertility.
Third shogun of the Ashikaga Shogunate; achieved the pinnacle of success in ruling over court nobles and the warrior class; built Kinkaku Temple
Butterflies, of which there are many species in the world, have a captivating beauty that has given rise to many beliefs and folktales and has made them the subject of many decorated objects and works of art
A series of woodblock prints of famous views of Edo from the final years of Hiroshige Utagawa I, one of the great print artists of the Edo period
A lacquering technique, representative of Japan, that uses fine particles of gold and silver to decorate lacquerware
A collection of the best poems, one poem each, of 100 poets, especially the Ogura version
The Sechi-e festival held on the first 'Ox Day (tango)' of May is called the Boy's Festival and is usually celebrated on May 5.
A flower of the rose family, long beloved by the Japanese people; the tree grows widely from East Asia across to the Himalayas
A legendary boy with great strength said to be raised in the remote mountainous region Ashigarayama and later to be the man named Sakata no Kintoki
Odd-toed ungulates of the Equidae family that have been a part Japanese life since traditional times, especially for military and transportation uses
The dragon is a legendary creature that is well-known throughout Asia. In Japan, images of dragons were created as a combination of ancient Japanese snake gods, such as Yamata no Orochi and the snake gods of India and China.
One of the Five Highways, the Tokaido, connecting Edo with Kyoto, was the most important road of the Edo period
It is said that rice farming started around the end of Jomon era in Japan. Since the Yayoi era, it has become the foundation of agricultural culture, and is deeply connected to Japanese customs.
The first scientific maps of Japan based on actual measurements, created from surveys by Tadataka Ino and completed by Kageyasu Takahashi
The mouse, an animal of the Rodentia family and Myomorpha subfamily, is a vermin that damages agricultural products, food, and houses, but is also closely tied to human society
Sumo is a type of wrestling where Rikishi (wrestlers) fight each other in a dohyo (sumo ring). Sumo has a long history, going back to the Kofun era, which can be seen in Haniwa (unglazed pottery) shaped in the form of Sumo wrestlers. In the Nara era, Sumo was contested as an agricultural divination ritual in the imperial court – it reached its peak during the Edo era.
Facilities established at key points of highways for the purpose of checking travelers and cargo, and for defense purposes