Special and Seasonal Exhibits

Each year, these special exhibits are held four times in Bldg. 1 and three times in Bldg. 6. Toys and dolls are presented from various angles.





Hina-Matsuri@`Hina dolls in Edo Period and Meiji Era`

2/04/12 (Sat.) to 4/10/12(Tues.)

The world of Hina dolls and the paraphernalia displayed with them are portrayed through 50 sets of dolls in Edo Period and Meiji Era (from the 17th through early in 20th centuries). This exhibit introduces how the dolls and paraphernalia had been shown according to historical period and type, including those displayed with screens, in tiers, or court-style. Guests enjoy also a variety of miniature wooden kitchen sets, which were used as toys to teach girls how to housekeep.





Animal Models of the 12-Year Zodiac

11/19/11 to 2/14/12

This exhibit explores, through toys, the folk belief in the 12-year zodiac, which is popular in Japan. Because 2012 is the year of the dragon, dragon toys are emphasized but toys of all 12 animals in the zodiac are displayed. Zodiac toys from China are also included to highlight the relation between Chinese and Japanese cultures.



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