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Discover Japan’s Pioneering Adventures at the Showa 100 Exhibition

The National Archives of Japan, located in Chiyoda, Tokyo, is currently hosting a remarkable event to commemorate the 100th anniversary of the Showa era. The special exhibition titled "Showa: The Japanese Pioneers and the Frontier—Challenges in Antarctica, the Deep Sea, and Space" will run until May 24th, offering visitors a range of fascinating activities related to Japan's groundbreaking explorations outside our planet.

Engaging Events for Attendees

Throughout the exhibition, attendees can participate in various events designed to enhance their understanding of Japan's significant contributions to exploration and scientific advancement. Here are some highlights:

1. Special Talk Sessions

These sessions feature leading experts from various fields discussing crucial themes related to the exhibition. Each session will incorporate a dialogue format, allowing for diverse perspectives.

• - Dates:

- First Session: April 25th, 2022, at 2:00 PM (approximately 90 minutes)
- Second Session: May 17th, 2022, at 2:00 PM (approximately 90 minutes)

• - Location: 4th Floor Conference Room, National Archives of Japan, 3-2 Kitanomaru Park, Chiyoda.

• - Admission: Free

• - Session Themes:

- First Session: “Secret Stories of Japanese Space Development” featuring:
- Mr. Yasushi Matagawa (JAXA Honorary Professor)
- Mr. Yoshifumi Inatani (JAXA Honorary Professor / Chair of the Space Passenger Transportation Promotion Association)
- Second Session: “Heirs of the Antarctic and Deep Sea Frontiers” featuring:
- Ms. Naomi Harada (Professor at the University of Tokyo’s Atmosphere and Ocean Research Institute / Expedition Leader of the 66th Antarctic Observation Team)
- Mr. Takeshi Yoshiumi (Former Submersible Pilot of JAMSTEC’s “Shinkai 6500”)

• - Capacity: 70 participants per session (pre-registration required)

- Registration Deadline:
- For the first session: April 24th, 2022, by 5:00 PM
- For the second session: May 15th, 2022, by 5:00 PM
- The registration will close once the capacity is reached.

• - How to Register: You can sign up via the registration form provided on the external website or by email. When registering by email at [email protected], please include the following information:

- Title: “Application for Special Talk Session”
- Desired session (multiple selections permitted)
- Name (with furigana)
- A weekday daytime contact number

2. Exhibition Guided Tours

Take part in the guided tours led by the exhibition planners, who will highlight the unique aspects of the displays.

• - Date: May 13th, 2022, starting at 2:00 PM (approximately 40 minutes)
• - Location: 4th Floor Conference Room, National Archives of Japan.
• - Admission: Free
• - Capacity: 40 participants (pre-registration required, first-come-first-served)
• - Registration Deadline: By May 11th, 2022, at 5:00 PM.

3. Evening Gallery Talks

Enjoy engaging discussions about the exhibition in the evening.

• - Date: May 22nd, 2022, starting at 6:30 PM (approximately 30 minutes)
• - Location: 1st Floor Exhibition Hall, National Archives of Japan.
• - Admission: Free
• - Note: No pre-registration required; please gather at the 1st Floor entrance by 6:30 PM on the day.

Exhibition Details

• - Title: Showa 100 Special Exhibition “Showa: The Japanese Pioneers and the Frontier—Challenges in Antarctica, the Deep Sea, and Space”
• - Collaboration: National Institute of Polar Research, Chiyoda Ward Tourism Association
• - Exhibition Period: March 20th, 2022 – May 24th, 2022

- Note: Open on weekends and holidays, closed on Mondays (open during May 4th, closed on May 7th)

• - Location: 1st Floor Exhibition Hall, National Archives of Japan, 3-2 Kitanomaru Park, Chiyoda, Tokyo 102-0091
• - Access: A 5-minute walk from Exit 1b of Takebashi Station on the Tokyo Metro Tozai Line.
• - Opening Hours: 9:15 AM to 5:00 PM daily, with extended hours until 8:00 PM on Fridays.

For more details, visit the official website of the National Archives of Japan at here.

For inquiries related to press affairs, please contact:
Independent Administrative Institution National Archives of Japan, Exhibition Department, Tel: 03-6680-7206