Exhibition ”Meiji, Taisho & More: Masterful Techniques in Japanese Art“

For New York, Asia Week 2025, Orientations Gallery and Oriental Treasure Box Gallery are returning to The Nippon Gallery located on the esteemed 7th floor of the Nippon Club Tower. This year’s event, entitled “Meiji, Taisho & More: Masterful Techniques in Japanese Art” celebrates the twelves collaborative vetted exhibition.

This exhibition will showcase an exquisite collection of Japanese artworks from the Meiji and Taisho periods and beyond. It features a diverse range of craft traditions, including cloisonné, metalwork, ceramics, lacquerware, painting, bamboo craftsmanship, sculpture, and textile arts. The exhibition highlights masterpieces created by distinguished artisans, including Imperial Household Artists and Living National Treasures, whose exceptional craftsmanship represents the pinnacle of beauty and technical mastery.

This exhibition offers a rare opportunity to appreciate the works of master artisans who led the Japanese craft world from the Meiji era to the early Showa period, such as Jubei Ando (Cloisonné), Kichibei Hirano (Metalwork) , Yosaburo Honda (Metalwork), Tadasaburo Hattori (Lacquerware), Shinobu Tsuda (Metalwork), Torizo Morimura (Metalwork) and Kinkozan (Ceramics). Their artistic achievements not only elevated traditional Japanese craftsmanship to new heights but continue to be highly esteemed both in Japan and internationally.

Last year, the “Meiji Modern” exhibition, which toured prestigious institutions such as the Asia Society, garnered significant attention. This year, The Nippon Gallery will feature special exhibits from that show, provided by both galleries. The exhibition will trace the evolution of Japanese traditional craftsmanship and its legacy, offering visitors a deeper understanding of the profound allure of Japanese art. Come and experience the timeless beauty of Japanese art that continues to inspire across generations.

This exhibition presents a rare opportunity to experience the enduring tradition and evolution of Japanese art. We warmly invite you to join us and immerse yourself in its timeless beauty.

■ Period: March 13 – 21, 2025

■ Hours: 10:00 am – 6:00 pm (M – F)　10:00 am – 5:00 pm (Sat)

■ Location: The Nippon Gallery at The Nippon Club (7th Floor)

145 West 57th Street, 7th Floor, New York, NY 10019

■ Free admission

Host or Publisher The Nippon Club, Inc.