Japan
The Mitsubishi Corporation Japanese GalleriesRooms 92–94

Continuity and change have shaped Japanese material culture since ancient times.

Through extensive cultural exchange, Japan has become a thriving modern, high-technology society whilst continuing to celebrate many elements of its traditional culture.

The art, religion, entertainment and everyday life of emperors, courtiers and townspeople can be explored in Rooms 92-94 through objects dating from Ancient Japan to the Modern period.

Artefacts range from porcelain and Samurai warrior swords, to woodblock prints and twentieth century Manga comic books.

Historic tea ceremony wares can also be seen, alongside a reconstruction of a traditional tea house.

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  Pair of porcelain model elephants

  Edo period, late 17th century AD 

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  Set of armour

  Momoyama period, late 16th century (cuirass and sleeves; Edo period, 17th century (helmet), 18th-19th century (remainder)  

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  Haniwa

  Kofun period, 6th century AD  

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