“Chang’an Night Banquet – Food, Clothing, and Sheds of the Tang Dynasty Exhibition” at #Japan-Japan Friendship Center Museum (Bunkyo-ku, Tokyo) 2024.10.11 (Friday) – 12.1 (Sunday)
*Japan-China Friendship Center Museum*
Press release: September 10, 2024
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“Chang’an Night Banquet – Food, Clothing, and Sheds of the Tang Dynasty Exhibition” at #Japan-Japan Friendship Center Museum (Bunkyo-ku, Tokyo) 2024.10.11 (Friday) – 12.1 (Sunday)
*A glittering 1400-year-old dynasty is now revived in Tokyo! * From October 11th (Friday) to December 1st (Sunday), 2024, the Japan-China Friendship Center Museum will hold a special event called “Chang’an Night Banquet”.
The exhibition, titled “The Exhibition of Food, Clothing, and Shelter in the Tang Dynasty,” focuses on the clothing, food, shelter, and entertainment culture of the Tang Dynasty in China 1,400 years ago, and features items such as clothing, accessories, tableware, tea utensils, calligraphy, and musical instruments from the time, as well as exhibits from our museum and cooperating organizations.
Approximately 130 ancient artifacts and reproductions owned by Osaka Shichigenkotokan, Mayuyama Ryusendo, and Jitokukotosha will be exhibited and introduced for free.
We present an exhibition that will make you feel like you have traveled back in time to a glittering and glamorous era.
* ◎Three key points of this exhibition *
* 1.* * Abundant entertainment to help visitors learn! *
In addition to exhibits that cover various aspects of the food, clothing, shelter, and entertainment of the people of the Tang Dynasty, the museum also provides easy-to-understand explanations using video and audio. In addition, popular videos recreating the music and dance of the time will be screened, and a variety of related events will be held during the exhibition period. This will help your overall understanding.
* 2.* * The splendid world of the Tang Dynasty, full of immersion! *
In addition to relics from the ancient Tang Dynasty, there are also replicas that reproduce the colors and luster of the time. Surrounded by gorgeous and fascinating exhibits that have been brought back to life in modern times, you can feel closer to the world of the Tang Dynasty. Furthermore, the atmosphere of the exhibition hall is based on the concept of “Chang’an Night Banquet,” and you will definitely feel as if you have been invited to a banquet in the Tang Dynasty.
* 3.* * Many unknown experiences that tickle your curiosity! *
For this exhibition, we will be holding a special event entitled “Night Museum where you can be healed by the sounds of the biwa and the scent of ancient times” for a limited time. Enjoy the rare scent of the Tang Dynasty in the museum at night. In addition, the Chinese restaurant “Fuku” located across from the museum serves the famous gourmet dishes of Xi’an (formerly Chang’an), “Bianbian Noodles” and “Rojia Mo”. There are many unknown experiences that can only be experienced here that will pique your curiosity.
* ■■ Event overview ■■*
Exhibition name: 2024 special project * “Chang’an Night Banquet – Clothing, Food, and Shelter of the Tang Dynasty” *
Meeting period: * October 11, 2024 (Friday) – December 1, 2024 (Sunday) * Organized by: Japan-China Friendship Center
Cooperation: Osaka Shichigenkinkan, Mayuyama Ryusendo, Wano Yume Co., Ltd., Shanghai Oiko Film Co., Ltd.
Sponsored by: Embassy of the People’s Republic of China in Japan, Bunkyo Ward, Bunkyo Ward Board of Education, Japan Foundation,
Japan Association for the Promotion of International Trade,
Japan-China Economic Association, Japan-China Association,
Japan-China Cultural Exchange Association, Japan-Asia Community Cultural Cooperation Organization
Venue: Japan-China Friendship Center Museum (1-5-3 Koraku, Bunkyo-ku, Tokyo) Opening hours: 10:00-17:00 (Open until 20:00 on 10/18, 11/1, 11/15, and 11/29) Closed: Mondays, 10/15 (Tue), 11/5 (Tue)
*However, it is open on October 14th (Monday/Holiday) and November 4th (Monday/Holiday)
Admission fee: Free
Access: https://jcfcmuseum.jp/access
1 minute walk from Exit C3 of Iidabashi Station on the Toei Oedo Line
7 minutes walk from the East Exit of Iidabashi on the JR Sobu Line / Exit A1 of Iidabashi on the Subway Tozai Line, Yurakucho Line, and Namboku Line
Exhibition URL: https://jcfcmuseum.jp/events/event/2024-14
Official exhibition website
* *This exhibition will display relics and reproductions of the Tang Dynasty. All works can be photographed! *
* ■■ Highlights of the exhibition and introduction of each chapter ■■*
This exhibition is based on the concept of a “banquet,” a place where people can have fun and interact, and divides the clothing, food, and shelter of the people of the Tang Dynasty into four chapters: “Living,” “Dressing,” “Food, Drink,” and “Entertainment.” Let me introduce you.
* “Chapter I” Build and live * * Habitation*
Let’s start our journey through time with the city planning of Chang’an. What kind of living did people lead? We will introduce you to some of the knowledge you need to know about life in Chang’an, including the streets of the ancient capital and various rules. “Map of Chang’an City, Tang Dynasty”
“Chang’an City model on display at Xi’an Museum, China”
* “Chapter II” Costumes and makeup*
The Tang Dynasty, which lasted about 300 years, had periods of peace and prosperity for more than 100 years. Under such circumstances, a splendid fashion boom started by the people living in Chang’an. It was an epoch-making event that added color to clothing culture.
“Clothes and Furnishings”
“accessories”
* “Chapter III” Eating/Drinking * * Diets*
What exactly did people eat and drink 1,400 years ago, and how did they differ from us? We will introduce you to the diverse food culture of the Tang Dynasty, including food, tea, and alcohol. It is full of information that will turn your image upside down and exceed your imagination.
“Tang Sancai tableware and sake vessels”
“Gold and silverware and tea utensils”
* “Chapter IV” Enjoy and Excite * * Amusement and Inspiration*
The people living in Chang’an lived a free and varied lifestyle of entertainment. Entertainment such as poetry, calligraphy, painting, music, dance, and the circus – we actively incorporated new foreign cultures that sparkled like a kaleidoscope.
“Tang instrument”
“Incense utensils and stationery”
* [Special Exhibition] * * Special Exhibition*
Mayuyama Ryusendo Collection
◆White porcelain vase (left) Tang (7th century) ◆Sancai cup (top center) Tang (8th century) ◆Celadon bowl (bottom center)
Tang (8th century) ◆ Yellow glaze painted female cavalry figure (right) Tang (7th century)
* ■■ Special supervision ■■*
Teacher Kazuyuki Tsuruma
Historian. My major is ancient Chinese history.
After serving as a professor at Ibaraki University and Gakushuin University Faculty of Letters,
Currently professor emeritus at Gakushuin University.
【book】
“Approach to the Qin-Han Empire” “The Mausoleum of the First Emperor and the Terracotta Warriors”
“First Emperor’s Underground Palace”, “First Emperor’s Wars and Generals”, etc. [Exhibition supervision]
2000 “Four Great Civilizations of China” Exhibition
From the Frontiers to China “The Road to the Empire of Qin” Qin Shihuang and the Terracotta Warriors Exhibition”
2004 “Terracotta Warriors Exhibition” “Reviving Sichuan
Civilization” Exhibition
2006 “First Emperor and Painted Terracotta Warriors Exhibition” 2023 “Terracotta Army and Ancient China – Heritage of Qin and Han Civilization” Exhibition
[Supervising the history of movies and TV dramas]
“Kingdom the Movie”, “First Emperor: Unification of the World”, etc. * ■■ Audio guide ■■ * Free to use
navigator actor
Lilie Matsumine
An actor and screenwriter active in China.
A native Chinese speaker, he has played both Chinese and Chinese roles and appeared in numerous Chinese movies and dramas.
In 2014, he was selected as a judge for the Mainland China area of the International Emmy Awards.
Currently, NHK Chinese! In charge of Navi entertainment corner and ASIAN LIVE. Mr. Matsmine will guide you through your trip to Chang’an in a gentle and supple voice, and will introduce you to the highlights of the exhibition and the appeal of the works in an easy-to-understand manner.
Photography (C) Tamako Sado
* ■■ Related events ■■*
* 1. Sounds of a thousand years ♪ Autumn Chinese musical instrument concert *
Performers dressed in Tang costumes play Chinese musical instruments such as the harp, sho, and hand drum, reenacting a lively evening party. At the Tang Dynasty Fashion Show held at the same time, you will be amazed by the gorgeous styles that were popular at the time, which are a little different from modern times.
[Date and time] October 12th (Sat) and October 13th (Sun) 2
performances each day
11:00～11:50 14:00～14:50
*Admission starts 30 minutes before the performance starts [Meeting place] Japan-China Friendship Hall B1F/Large Hall
[Performance] Osaka Nichigenkan
[Number of seats] 130 seats/time, standing room OK
[Participation fee] Free *No application required
* 2. Crazy dance! Tojin Festival*
Entertainment loved by common people along the Silk Road – acrobatics and Arabian dance. The overwhelming performance that unfolds on stage is a joyous festival that continues even today! Additionally, there will be Japanese dance that depicts stories from the Heian period, a time when there was a lot of interaction with the Tang Dynasty, as well as the exquisite technique of river drama – Henmen. We will deliver an exotic experience on Culture Day.
[Date and time] November 3rd (Sunday/Holiday)
11:00～11:50 14:00～14:50
※Admission starts 30 minutes before the performance starts [Meeting venue] Japan-China Friendship Hall B1F/Large Hall
[Performance] Asian Arts and Culture Promotion Association
[Number of seats] 130 seats/time, standing room OK
[Participation fee] Free *No application required
* 3. Special commemorative lecture – Life and culture of the ancient capital of Chang’an *Advance application required*
*Advance application required
An expert on ancient Chinese history will give a lecture on the Tang Dynasty society and the capital Chang’an, which have deep ties to Japanese culture. Let’s have fun learning about the unknown daily life of the Tang Dynasty together.
[Meeting place] Japan-China Friendship Hall B1F/Large Hall
[Number of seats] 60 seats/time
[Participation fee] Free * * Advance application required *
* — Lecture 1. Daily life in the city that you don’t know —* [Date and time] October 27th (Sun) 11:00-11:50
※Admission starts 30 minutes before the lecture starts
[Lecturer] Mr. Tatsuhiko Seno
Oriental history researcher. Professor emeritus at Chuo University. Specialized fields are Chinese urban history and East Asian history in the 7th and 8th centuries.
Author of “Changan City Planning” and other books.
* — Lecture 2. You’ll be surprised! Han/Tang culture —*
[Date and time] November 9th (Sat) 11:00-11:50
*Admission starts 30 minutes before the lecture starts [Lecturer] Mr. Kazuyuki Tsuruma
Historian. Professor emeritus at Gakushuin University. My major is ancient Chinese history.
etc.
Supervised “Kingdom the Movie” and numerous exhibitions.
※ * Apply here —* https://short-link.me/JUkK * — *
Or call* 03-3815-5085* (Weekdays 9:00-12:00, 13:00-17:00)*. * (first come, first served)
* 4. Enjoy the animated movie – A story of friendship between poets of the Tang Dynasty *Advance registration required*
Chinese animated film “Chang’an Sanwanli”
-Memories of Li Bai-” A blockbuster film that attracted 37 million viewers within two months of its release. This film, which won an award at the 2023 Tokyo China Film Week, depicts on a grand scale the lives of famous poets such as Li Bai, Du Fu, and Gao Ti, who are well known in Japan. Why not imagine the beautiful and realistic Chang’an? (Japanese subtitles)
[Meeting place] Japan-China Friendship Hall B1F/Large Hall
[Number of seats] 80 seats/time, all seats are free seating, free entry and exit [Date and time] October 27th (Sun) 13:30-16:20 * * Advance application required *
November 9th (Sat) 13:30-16:20 * *Advance application required* November 17th (Sunday) 10:10-13:00 ※No application required November 17th (Sunday) 13:30-16:20 ※No application required * ※ Click here to apply —* https://short-link.me/JUkK * — * Or call* 03-3815-5085* (Weekdays 9:00-12:00, 13:00-17:00)*. * (first come, first served)
* 5. A night museum where you can be healed by the sound of the biwa and the scent of ancient times *
A little detour on Friday night. A relaxing and relaxing moment for you. We offer a special experience where you can listen to the sounds of the Chinese pipa and be healed by the scent loved by Yang Guifei, one of the world’s three most beautiful women. Enjoy the mysterious night of Chang’an.
[Night Museum Dates] 10/18 ・ 11/1 ・ 15 ・ 29 ㊎
*Open until 8pm
[Biwa performance time] 19:00-19:30
[Performance] Yang Yue
[Meeting location] Inside the Japan-China Friendship Hall Museum [Participation fee] Free *No application required