The Ukiyoe Immersive Art Exhibition features nine unique video spaces, each with a distinct concept, such as “Nagame” (Great View), “Ai” (Japan Blue), “Uruwashi” (Beautiful), “Irodori” (Colorful), “Go” (Heroes), and “Miyabi” (Elegance). Each space presents video content lasting approximately 3 to 10 minutes, which loops continuously. Even if you enter a room partway through a presentation, feel free to stay and enjoy the content from beginning to end.

You can also take your own stunning photos or videos within the video spaces. Step into the immersive environments and capture memorable moments. (Please refrain from using flash photography or tripods.)

Each room includes not only the video projection but also explanations of the concepts and introductions to the ukiyo-e artworks featured in the videos. This allows visitors to compare the projected visuals with the original ukiyo-e works for a deeper appreciation. After enjoying each room, proceed to the next one at your own pace. (Please note that you cannot backtrack to previous rooms.)

Between video spaces, there are exhibits showcasing famous ukiyo-e prints from the Edo period, as well as reprinted versions, accompanied by detailed explanations. These exhibits provide additional context and deepen your understanding of the ukiyo-e artworks connected to the video content.

Photography and video recording are permitted throughout the venue, including for Edo-period ukiyo-e prints and reprints.

At the exhibition’s exit, you’ll find the "Ukiyoe Immersive Art Exhibition" Museum Shop, which offers a wide variety of original and exclusive ukiyoe-related merchandise that can only be purchased here.

The exhibition experience is customizable to your preferences. For those who prefer a quick visit focusing on the video spaces, it takes about 30 minutes. If you enjoy the explanatory content, it takes around 1 hour and 30 minutes. Visitors who take photos and explore all video spaces and explanations thoroughly can expect to spend about 2 hours.

From young children to couples, families, and seniors, anyone can immerse themselves in the enchanting world of ukiyo-e at this immersive, experiential digital art museum. We welcome you to experience the Ukiyoe Immersive Art Exhibition!

Ukiyo-e is a genre of traditional Japanese art that emerged during the Edo period, characterized by woodblock prints. As the long era of turmoil came to an end and the Tokugawa Shogunate was established, Edo flourished, bringing about a sense of development and stability for the people. The term "ukiyo," which originally meant a fleeting and sorrowful world, took on a brighter meaning of "living buoyantly" among the townspeople, reflecting the newfound optimism and prosperity of the era. With the dawn of this bright period, ukiyo-e spread among the common people and became a dominant form of popular culture. While ukiyo-e is now highly regarded as an art form and creates an impression of being valuable and prestigious, in its time, it was affordable, with prices equivalent to a few hundred yen in today's currency. Ukiyo-e served as not only entertainment for the people but also as a medium for capturing trends and popular figures, playing a role as mass media. Additionally, the system of Sankin-kotai, implemented by the Tokugawa Shogunate, facilitated the spread of ukiyo-e to various regions across Japan. It is important to note that ukiyo-e was not limited to the people of Edo; its subject matter extended beyond the city.

Ukiyo-e encompasses various themes, including bijin-ga (portraits of beautiful women), yakusha-e (actor prints), fukeiga (landscape prints), kacho-ga (bird and flower prints), and musha-e (warrior prints). The appeal of ukiyo-e lies in its vibrant and beautiful colors, showcasing the meticulous attention to detail of the ukiyo-e artists, as well as its artistic freedom. The use of indigo blue, known as "Japan Blue," in ukiyo-e prints is highly regarded worldwide and influenced Western painters of the time. In this exhibition, you will not only find reproductions created by contemporary artists but also authentic ukiyo-e prints dating back over 50 years. Even with the passage of time, the vivid colors used in ukiyo-e continue to captivate the viewer's attention. The artistic freedom of ukiyo-e is evident in the unique compositions of landscape prints, dynamic expressions that resonate with contemporary designs, unconventional humor in satirical prints, and the idealized portrayals of faces. This broad range of ideas and artistic liberty contributes to the enduring appreciation of ukiyo-e across different eras.

Ukiyo-e continued to evolve over its approximately 260-year history from the Edo period to the Meiji era. It served as a beacon of light, illuminating people's lives during challenging times, and is a cultural treasure that Japan can be proud of. Although ukiyo-e gradually declined with the advent of photography and other media during the Meiji era, it has been reevaluated as an art form and has experienced a revival. Artists inspired by ukiyo-e continue to make their mark in the art world.

The works of ukiyo-e, created with passion, skill, and dedication by the artists, continue to inspire and move people to this day.