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Man'yō Ancient Studies Tokyo Course 2025

The Nara Prefectural Man'yō Museum, located in Asuka Village - the birthplace of the Man'yōshū collection, serves as a pivotal institution for ancient cultural studies. Since 2007, the museum has organized the "Man'yō Ancient Studies Tokyo Course" annually, aimed at making the outcomes of its research more accessible to the public.

This year, as significant artifacts excavated from the Asuka Ike Workshop, including the Funamoto coins, have been designated as Important Cultural Properties, we invite you to delve into the theme of "National Treasures and Important Cultural Properties" with insights from our dedicated researchers at the museum.

Event Details

• - Date: September 15, 2025 (Monday, Public Holiday)
• - Time: 14:00 - 17:00 (Doors open at 13:30)
• - Venue: Nara Mahoroba Kan, Event Room A, 1-8-4 Shinbashi, Minato City, Tokyo

Venue Location

Program Outline

1. The Importance of the Asuka Ike Workshop from a Literary Perspective:
- Speaker: Sayaka Inoue, Planning and Research Chief

2. Man'yōshū Manuscripts Designated as National Treasures and Important Cultural Properties:
- Speaker: Wako Enokido, Researcher

3. The World Memory Heritage "Mido Kanpaku Ki" — Fujiwara no Michinaga as a Cultural Patron:
- Speaker: Kazushi Nakamoto, Chief Researcher

Additional Information

• - Capacity: 50 participants (Lottery system if oversubscribed)
• - Participation Fee: Free
• - Registration: Pre-registration required. Please fill out the dedicated application form available on the Man'yō Museum website under the "Man'yō Ancient Studies Tokyo Course" section. Ensure to include your postal code, address, name, phone number, and email address by August 26 (Tuesday) at 17:00.

Please note that the schedule and implementation methods may be subject to change. We look forward to your participation in this immersive cultural experience that celebrates Japan's rich heritage.