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In Japan, these everyday objects often go unnoticed — until they become colourful works of art (they’re a feast for the eyes!)

In Japan, manhole covers transform the streets into open-air galleries. Colourful, intricate and full of poetry, they both ...
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National Museum of Asian Art Announces Major Gift of Japanese Lacquer Objects From the Avant Family, Leaders in the Arts, Philanthropy and Politics

The Smithsonian’s National Museum of Asian Art announced a major gift of a collection of Japanese lacquer objects from the Avant family, known for their outstanding work in the arts, philanthropy and ...
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This 5000-Square-Foot Collection of Japanese Objects Is Staggering

Behind a door at the top of a narrow staircase in a downtown warehouse, you’ll find what Peter Lai calls “the Japanese Cultural Village,” a 5,000-square-foot collection of kimonos and trinkets, dolls ...
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Japanese L-Square

IIIF provides researchers rich metadata and media viewing options for comparison of works across cultural heritage collections. Visit the IIIF page to learn more. In 1876 the Japanese Empire ...