Term：Nov. 1, 2019 (Fri) - Dec. 15 (Sun)
＊We have English explanation part in this exhibition.
The ceremonies relating to accession to the throne are very ancient. They consist of three main parts: Senso, Sokui no Gi, and Daijōsai. In the Senso ceremonies (today, Kenji-tō-Shōkei-no-gi), the emperor inherits the imperial Regalia (a Divine Sword and Divine Jewels) and Seals as proof of his accession to the throne. The Sokui no Gi (today, Sokuirei-Seiden-no-Gi) proclaims the new emperor’s enthronement and receives felicitations from representatives from home and abroad.
The methods, equipment, tools, and food used in these ceremonies are captured in texts and images. By going through them, we can find out about the nature of the Daijōsai and its content.
This exhibition presents related Kokugakuin University holdings, primarily from the Edo period (1603–1868), including images, classical texts, models, and archival documents.
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An Overview of Japanese Enthronement Ceremonies,Based on Ancient Documents,Focusing on Daijōsai
Outline
| Term | Nov. 1, 2019 (Fri) - Dec. 15 (Sun) |
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| Place | Kokugakuin University Museum, Special Exhibition Space |
| Hours | 10:00 – 18:00 (Last admission 17:30) |
| Closed | Nov. 25（Mon） |
| Admission Fee | Free |
| Access | Accessible on foot or by bus, 10-15 minutes from Shibuya, Omote-sandō, or Ebisu Station. Directions to Kokugakuin University Museum |