3/3/07(Sat.) to 6/26/07(Tues.)

Miniature tea sets, cooking tools, table ware, and kitchen sets, played by girls in Momo-no-sekku or Hina-matsuri, were displayed. And besides,daily housekeeping toys during the past 100 years were introduced. We could see spiritual relationship between the different time periods and their toys. About 200 items were displayed.

4/21/07 (Sat.) to 6/12/07 (Tues.)

Tango-no-sekku, or Boys' Festival, is observed on May 5th to celebrate the boys' healthy growth. We displayed around 100 sets of Musha-kazari or warrior dolls and miniature suits of armor from the 19th through 20th centuries. Also the exhibit introduced Musya dolls and tigers made of clay, papier-mache and other compositions, which made in provincial towns and rural area, rich in local flavor.

2/3/07(Sat.) to 4/10(Tues.)

Around 50 sets of Hina dolls from the 17th through 20th centuries were displayed. The items were shown according to historical period and type, including those displayed with screens, in tiers, or court-style. Also the exhibit introduced hina dolls of clay, papier mache and other compositions, which made in provincial towns and rural area, rich in local flavor.

11/25/06 (Sat.) ~ 2/20/07 (Tue.)
Koma (tops) and Hagoita (battledore) that Japanese children played with during the New Year, have been collected from all over the world and were presented. You could see the rich variation of shapes and designs of the local toys of Japan. The local hagoita, played with during the Taisho Era in various parts across Japan, was a must-see. This exhibit totals 350 items.

10/21/06 (Sat.) ~ 1/23/06 (Tue.)

A wonderful collection comprised of 1,000 items from various parts of the world that embodies the spirit and meaning of Christmas. This year decorations were introduced according to their respective origins and paied close attention to the uniqueness of each country's decorations.

9/9/06 (Sat.) ~ 11/21/06 (Tue.)

This delicate exhibit, displayed together to appear as a small town, features miniatures from the Edo Period that became popular during the Meji Era. The display, 1000 items in all, included pocket-sized houses and shops, furniture and tools, toys, and folk dolls, as well as lovely miniatures from various parts of the world such as Germany, France, Mexico, Peru, Brazil, and China.

6/24/06 (Sat.) ~ 10/10/06 (Tue.)

This exhibit showcased a collection consisting of toys and models of birds from 70 countries, featuring chickens, owls, ducks, and peacock. The displays were grouped by bird type as well as by their respective origins and: Asia and Oceania, the Middle East and Africa, Europe, North America, and South America. Explored different unique ethnicities through 1,000 toys and models.

7/1/06 (Sat.) ~ 9/5/06 (Tue.)

Took a retrospective glance at the Showa Era (1926-1989) and its history through this exhibit totaling 500 toys: the 1st decade still feeling the resonance of the Taisho Democracy, the 2nd decade proliferated with the colors of war, the after-war restoration occurring during the 3rd decade, the high level of economic growth experienced from last half of the 3rd to the 4th decade, and the start of the high-tech age from the 5th decade.

3/4/06 (Sat.) to 6/27/06 (Tues.)

The traditional craft of making pouches from chirimen (silk crepe-traditional Japanese cloth with colorful patterns) has a history of several hundred years. These little bags are made in the shape of flowers, birds, dolls, and so forth. This spring we introduced 350 items had made in the last Edo-period and Meiji and Taisho eras. Antique chirimen bags showed us the beauty and skill in sewing possessed by young ladies who lived around 100 years ago.

4/15/06 (Sat.) to 6/6/06 (Tues.)
Tango-no-sekku, or Boys' Festival, is observed on May 5 to celebrate the boys' healthy growth. Musha-kazari, warrior dolls and miniature suits of armor, were displayed. Around 20 sets of Musha-kazari from the 19th through 20th centuries were introduced.

western room 2/04/06 (Sat.) to 4/11/06(Tues.)
eastern room 2/04/06 (Sat.) to 6/06/06 (Tues.)

The world of Hina dolls and the paraphernalia displayed with them was portrayed through 50 sets of dolls from the 17th through 20th centuries. This exhibit introduced how the dolls and paraphernalia had been shown according to historical period and type, including those displayed with screens, in tiers, or court-style. One of our must-see exhibits displayed a variety of miniature wooden kitchen sets. They were not only presented with the Hina dolls but also were used as toys to teach girls how to housekeep.

11/19/05(Sat.) to 2/21/06(Tues.)

In Celebration of the Year of the Dog, Japanese folk toys of dogs from north to south are introduced. Also clay figurines and hand-carved wooden dog toys from about 30 countries are displayed. Through various forms of dog toys we can focus on the hopes and desires embodied by people of the past.
The exhibit totals about 300 items.

10/22/05(Sat.) to 1/24/06(Tues.)

Christmas decorations collected from many countries, such as Europe, America, Africa, and Asia are introduced. About 1,000 items, including a crib, tree ornaments, a candle holder, Santa Claus dolls, and an advent-calendar are shown. Ornaments serve as delightful reflections of the character of the country in which they originate. This exhibit reminds us of the meaning of Christmas.　

9/10/05(Sat.) to 11/15/05(Tues.)

Countries in Africa are the treasure houses of folk art, which had a great influence on European modern art.This exhibit introduces a unique world of folk toys from Africa, encompassing 4 regions (the northern, western, eastern, central, and southern regions).
The exhibit totals about 350 items.

6/25/05(Sat.) to 10/11/05(Tues.)

About 1,000 representative toys and dolls from all parts of Germany, acquired by the museum over the course of 30 years, are displayed.
Classified by region, material, and function, this exhibit showcases the colors and shapes as well as the spirit of German toys and dolls.

7/2/05(Sat.) to 9/6/05(Tues.)

Take a look back at the Meiji, Taisyo, and Showa Eras of Japan through modern water toys and playthings from the summer fair. You will discover how the features of modern toys have changed during the past 100 years and notice a strong spiritual relation between toys and the different time periods.
About 500 items are introduced.

2/26/05(Sat.) to 6/28/05(Tues.)

From ancient times, Japanese people have loved bells for their serene sound and round shape. In this exhibit brings clay bells together from all over Japan, including small bells given as charms by temples or shrines, and introduces the history of Japanese clay bells and the variety of forms.
The exhibit totals about 500 items.

2/5/05(Sat.) to 6/7/05(Tues.)

Momo-no-sekku, or Hina Doll Festival (also known as Girls' Festival), is observed on March 3rd. Graceful dolls of the emperor and empress, and noble court people in Heian-era costumes are displayed. Around 20 sets of Hina dolls and paraphernalia from the 19th through the 20th centuries are displayed.

4/16/05(Sat.) to 6/7/05(Tues.)

Tango-no-sekku, or Boys' Festival, is observed on May 5th to celebrate the boys' healthy growth. Musha-kazari, or warrior dolls and miniature suits of armor, are displayed. This exhibit introduces around 20 sets of Musha-kazari from the 19th through 20th centuries.

2/5/05(Sat.) to 4/12/05(Tues.)

Around 35 sets of Hina dolls and paraphernalia from the 17th through 20th centuries are displayed. The items are shown according to historical period and type, including those displayed with screens, in tiers, or court-style.

11/20/04(Sat.) to 2/17/05(Tues.)

In celebration of the Year of the Rooster, Japanese folk toys of roosters and hens from north to south are introduced. Clay figurines and wood carvings of rooster and hen toys from about 40 countries are also displayed. In this exhibition you can take a look at the hopes and desires of people through their toys.
350 items were shown.

10/23/04(Sat.) to 1/25/05(Tues.)

Dolls of Santa Claus, small cribs, candle holder and Christmas tree decorations made of nuts, bread, straw and corn-husk, were displayed from around the world.These ornaments told us the meaning of Christmas, such as thanks for good harvest, affection to life and celebration of the sun's rebirth.
About 1000 items were displayed.

9/11/04(Sat.) to 11/16/04(Tues.)

This exhibit brought together musical instruments and toys that make sound, including bamboo flutes, panpipes, nut whistles, wooden oboe, and clay ocarina from about 45 countries. About 350 items were grouped by Asian,　African,　European,　and American ethnicity.

6/12/04 to 10/12/04

About 800 representative animal toys from around 50 countries-made of wood, paper, clay, animal skin, and another natural materials- were displayed. The animal toys were grouped by type, such as horses, elephants, dogs, tortoises, tigers and bears, as well as by Asian,　African,　European,　and American ethnicity.