Sumo Wrestlers in Ukiyo-e

Sun Jun 1 - Thu Jun 26, 2014 Ukiyo-e Ota Memorial Museum of Art
ニ代歌川国貞『横綱土俵入之図 雲龍久吉』
ニ代歌川国貞『相撲表四拾八手の図』

Time Out says

Study the history of sumo wrestling, one of Japan's most recognisable sports, through Edo-era ukiyo-e prints detailing the achievements and lives of Edo's popular rikishi (wrestlers). The exhibition is based on the collection of sumo art connoisseur Kazuyoshi Ishiguro and includes around 100 pieces, including portraits of giant fighters and handsome 'celebrity wrestlers'.

Details

Open Jun 1-26 (closed Mondays)

Time 10.30am-5.30pm

Admission Adults ¥700, high school and university students ¥700, junior high school students free

Telephone 03 5777 8600

Twitter ukiyoeota

Venue Ukiyo-e Ota Memorial Museum of Art

Address 1-10-10 Jingumae, Shibuya-ku

Transport Harajuku Station (Yamanote line), Omotesando exit or Meiji-Jingumae Station (Chiyoda, Fukutoshin lines), exit 5.

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Please note: All information is correct at the time of writing but is subject to change without notice.

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