Ceramics are not only admired for their beauty but are also broadly used in daily life, making them one of the most familiar forms of decorative arts. East Asian ceramics in particular feature a rich variety of patterns, forms, and colors, and have equally wide-ranging uses. Additionally, the type of ware (such as earthenware or porcelain), clay, glazes, decor, and firing techniques each vary depending on the region of production. Focusing on Japan, China, and the Korean Peninsula, this gallery presents a diverse selection of East Asian ceramics, showcasing their distinctive qualities and artistic appeal.

This exhibition explores the history of Japan through introducing a variety of archaeological relics. Many of these artifacts were excavated from ancient ruins. Some are special tools used in rituals and ceremonies, while others are objects used by people in their daily lives. Through exploring Japanese archaeology, we can gain a sense of the lives and experiences of people of the past.

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Ceramics are not only admired for their beauty but are also broadly used in daily life, making them one of the most familiar forms of decorative arts. East Asian ceramics in particular feature a rich variety of patterns, forms, and colors, and have equally wide-ranging uses. Additionally, the type of ware (such as earthenware or porcelain), clay, glazes, decor, and firing techniques each vary depending on the region of production. Focusing on Japan, China, and the Korean Peninsula, this gallery presents a diverse selection of East Asian ceramics, showcasing their distinctive qualities and artistic appeal.

This exhibition explores the history of Japan through introducing a variety of archaeological relics. Many of these artifacts were excavated from ancient ruins. Some are special tools used in rituals and ceremonies, while others are objects used by people in their daily lives. Through exploring Japanese archaeology, we can gain a sense of the lives and experiences of people of the past.

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Ceramics are not only admired for their beauty but are also broadly used in daily life, making them one of the most familiar forms of decorative arts. East Asian ceramics in particular feature a rich variety of patterns, forms, and colors, and have equally wide-ranging uses. Additionally, the type of ware (such as earthenware or porcelain), clay, glazes, decor, and firing techniques each vary depending on the region of production. Focusing on Japan, China, and the Korean Peninsula, this gallery presents a diverse selection of East Asian ceramics, showcasing their distinctive qualities and artistic appeal.

This exhibition explores the history of Japan through introducing a variety of archaeological relics. Many of these artifacts were excavated from ancient ruins. Some are special tools used in rituals and ceremonies, while others are objects used by people in their daily lives. Through exploring Japanese archaeology, we can gain a sense of the lives and experiences of people of the past.

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Ceramics are not only admired for their beauty but are also broadly used in daily life, making them one of the most familiar forms of decorative arts. East Asian ceramics in particular feature a rich variety of patterns, forms, and colors, and have equally wide-ranging uses. Additionally, the type of ware (such as earthenware or porcelain), clay, glazes, decor, and firing techniques each vary depending on the region of production. Focusing on Japan, China, and the Korean Peninsula, this gallery presents a diverse selection of East Asian ceramics, showcasing their distinctive qualities and artistic appeal.

This exhibition explores the history of Japan through introducing a variety of archaeological relics. Many of these artifacts were excavated from ancient ruins. Some are special tools used in rituals and ceremonies, while others are objects used by people in their daily lives. Through exploring Japanese archaeology, we can gain a sense of the lives and experiences of people of the past.

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Ceramics are not only admired for their beauty but are also broadly used in daily life, making them one of the most familiar forms of decorative arts. East Asian ceramics in particular feature a rich variety of patterns, forms, and colors, and have equally wide-ranging uses. Additionally, the type of ware (such as earthenware or porcelain), clay, glazes, decor, and firing techniques each vary depending on the region of production. Focusing on Japan, China, and the Korean Peninsula, this gallery presents a diverse selection of East Asian ceramics, showcasing their distinctive qualities and artistic appeal.

This exhibition explores the history of Japan through introducing a variety of archaeological relics. Many of these artifacts were excavated from ancient ruins. Some are special tools used in rituals and ceremonies, while others are objects used by people in their daily lives. Through exploring Japanese archaeology, we can gain a sense of the lives and experiences of people of the past.

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Ceramics are not only admired for their beauty but are also broadly used in daily life, making them one of the most familiar forms of decorative arts. East Asian ceramics in particular feature a rich variety of patterns, forms, and colors, and have equally wide-ranging uses. Additionally, the type of ware (such as earthenware or porcelain), clay, glazes, decor, and firing techniques each vary depending on the region of production. Focusing on Japan, China, and the Korean Peninsula, this gallery presents a diverse selection of East Asian ceramics, showcasing their distinctive qualities and artistic appeal.

This exhibition explores the history of Japan through introducing a variety of archaeological relics. Many of these artifacts were excavated from ancient ruins. Some are special tools used in rituals and ceremonies, while others are objects used by people in their daily lives. Through exploring Japanese archaeology, we can gain a sense of the lives and experiences of people of the past.

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Ceramics are not only admired for their beauty but are also broadly used in daily life, making them one of the most familiar forms of decorative arts. East Asian ceramics in particular feature a rich variety of patterns, forms, and colors, and have equally wide-ranging uses. Additionally, the type of ware (such as earthenware or porcelain), clay, glazes, decor, and firing techniques each vary depending on the region of production. Focusing on Japan, China, and the Korean Peninsula, this gallery presents a diverse selection of East Asian ceramics, showcasing their distinctive qualities and artistic appeal.

This exhibition explores the history of Japan through introducing a variety of archaeological relics. Many of these artifacts were excavated from ancient ruins. Some are special tools used in rituals and ceremonies, while others are objects used by people in their daily lives. Through exploring Japanese archaeology, we can gain a sense of the lives and experiences of people of the past.

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Ceramics are not only admired for their beauty but are also broadly used in daily life, making them one of the most familiar forms of decorative arts. East Asian ceramics in particular feature a rich variety of patterns, forms, and colors, and have equally wide-ranging uses. Additionally, the type of ware (such as earthenware or porcelain), clay, glazes, decor, and firing techniques each vary depending on the region of production. Focusing on Japan, China, and the Korean Peninsula, this gallery presents a diverse selection of East Asian ceramics, showcasing their distinctive qualities and artistic appeal.

This exhibition explores the history of Japan through introducing a variety of archaeological relics. Many of these artifacts were excavated from ancient ruins. Some are special tools used in rituals and ceremonies, while others are objects used by people in their daily lives. Through exploring Japanese archaeology, we can gain a sense of the lives and experiences of people of the past.

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Ceramics are not only admired for their beauty but are also broadly used in daily life, making them one of the most familiar forms of decorative arts. East Asian ceramics in particular feature a rich variety of patterns, forms, and colors, and have equally wide-ranging uses. Additionally, the type of ware (such as earthenware or porcelain), clay, glazes, decor, and firing techniques each vary depending on the region of production. Focusing on Japan, China, and the Korean Peninsula, this gallery presents a diverse selection of East Asian ceramics, showcasing their distinctive qualities and artistic appeal.

This exhibition explores the history of Japan through introducing a variety of archaeological relics. Many of these artifacts were excavated from ancient ruins. Some are special tools used in rituals and ceremonies, while others are objects used by people in their daily lives. Through exploring Japanese archaeology, we can gain a sense of the lives and experiences of people of the past.

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Ceramics are not only admired for their beauty but are also broadly used in daily life, making them one of the most familiar forms of decorative arts. East Asian ceramics in particular feature a rich variety of patterns, forms, and colors, and have equally wide-ranging uses. Additionally, the type of ware (such as earthenware or porcelain), clay, glazes, decor, and firing techniques each vary depending on the region of production. Focusing on Japan, China, and the Korean Peninsula, this gallery presents a diverse selection of East Asian ceramics, showcasing their distinctive qualities and artistic appeal.

This exhibition explores the history of Japan through introducing a variety of archaeological relics. Many of these artifacts were excavated from ancient ruins. Some are special tools used in rituals and ceremonies, while others are objects used by people in their daily lives. Through exploring Japanese archaeology, we can gain a sense of the lives and experiences of people of the past.

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Ceramics are not only admired for their beauty but are also broadly used in daily life, making them one of the most familiar forms of decorative arts. East Asian ceramics in particular feature a rich variety of patterns, forms, and colors, and have equally wide-ranging uses. Additionally, the type of ware (such as earthenware or porcelain), clay, glazes, decor, and firing techniques each vary depending on the region of production. Focusing on Japan, China, and the Korean Peninsula, this gallery presents a diverse selection of East Asian ceramics, showcasing their distinctive qualities and artistic appeal.

This exhibition explores the history of Japan through introducing a variety of archaeological relics. Many of these artifacts were excavated from ancient ruins. Some are special tools used in rituals and ceremonies, while others are objects used by people in their daily lives. Through exploring Japanese archaeology, we can gain a sense of the lives and experiences of people of the past.

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Ceramics are not only admired for their beauty but are also broadly used in daily life, making them one of the most familiar forms of decorative arts. East Asian ceramics in particular feature a rich variety of patterns, forms, and colors, and have equally wide-ranging uses. Additionally, the type of ware (such as earthenware or porcelain), clay, glazes, decor, and firing techniques each vary depending on the region of production. Focusing on Japan, China, and the Korean Peninsula, this gallery presents a diverse selection of East Asian ceramics, showcasing their distinctive qualities and artistic appeal.

This exhibition explores the history of Japan through introducing a variety of archaeological relics. Many of these artifacts were excavated from ancient ruins. Some are special tools used in rituals and ceremonies, while others are objects used by people in their daily lives. Through exploring Japanese archaeology, we can gain a sense of the lives and experiences of people of the past.

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Ceramics are not only admired for their beauty but are also broadly used in daily life, making them one of the most familiar forms of decorative arts. East Asian ceramics in particular feature a rich variety of patterns, forms, and colors, and have equally wide-ranging uses. Additionally, the type of ware (such as earthenware or porcelain), clay, glazes, decor, and firing techniques each vary depending on the region of production. Focusing on Japan, China, and the Korean Peninsula, this gallery presents a diverse selection of East Asian ceramics, showcasing their distinctive qualities and artistic appeal.

This exhibition explores the history of Japan through introducing a variety of archaeological relics. Many of these artifacts were excavated from ancient ruins. Some are special tools used in rituals and ceremonies, while others are objects used by people in their daily lives. Through exploring Japanese archaeology, we can gain a sense of the lives and experiences of people of the past.

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Ceramics are not only admired for their beauty but are also broadly used in daily life, making them one of the most familiar forms of decorative arts. East Asian ceramics in particular feature a rich variety of patterns, forms, and colors, and have equally wide-ranging uses. Additionally, the type of ware (such as earthenware or porcelain), clay, glazes, decor, and firing techniques each vary depending on the region of production. Focusing on Japan, China, and the Korean Peninsula, this gallery presents a diverse selection of East Asian ceramics, showcasing their distinctive qualities and artistic appeal.

This exhibition explores the history of Japan through introducing a variety of archaeological relics. Many of these artifacts were excavated from ancient ruins. Some are special tools used in rituals and ceremonies, while others are objects used by people in their daily lives. Through exploring Japanese archaeology, we can gain a sense of the lives and experiences of people of the past.

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Ceramics are not only admired for their beauty but are also broadly used in daily life, making them one of the most familiar forms of decorative arts. East Asian ceramics in particular feature a rich variety of patterns, forms, and colors, and have equally wide-ranging uses. Additionally, the type of ware (such as earthenware or porcelain), clay, glazes, decor, and firing techniques each vary depending on the region of production. Focusing on Japan, China, and the Korean Peninsula, this gallery presents a diverse selection of East Asian ceramics, showcasing their distinctive qualities and artistic appeal.

This exhibition explores the history of Japan through introducing a variety of archaeological relics. Many of these artifacts were excavated from ancient ruins. Some are special tools used in rituals and ceremonies, while others are objects used by people in their daily lives. Through exploring Japanese archaeology, we can gain a sense of the lives and experiences of people of the past.

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Ceramics are not only admired for their beauty but are also broadly used in daily life, making them one of the most familiar forms of decorative arts. East Asian ceramics in particular feature a rich variety of patterns, forms, and colors, and have equally wide-ranging uses. Additionally, the type of ware (such as earthenware or porcelain), clay, glazes, decor, and firing techniques each vary depending on the region of production. Focusing on Japan, China, and the Korean Peninsula, this gallery presents a diverse selection of East Asian ceramics, showcasing their distinctive qualities and artistic appeal.

This exhibition explores the history of Japan through introducing a variety of archaeological relics. Many of these artifacts were excavated from ancient ruins. Some are special tools used in rituals and ceremonies, while others are objects used by people in their daily lives. Through exploring Japanese archaeology, we can gain a sense of the lives and experiences of people of the past.

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Ceramics are not only admired for their beauty but are also broadly used in daily life, making them one of the most familiar forms of decorative arts. East Asian ceramics in particular feature a rich variety of patterns, forms, and colors, and have equally wide-ranging uses. Additionally, the type of ware (such as earthenware or porcelain), clay, glazes, decor, and firing techniques each vary depending on the region of production. Focusing on Japan, China, and the Korean Peninsula, this gallery presents a diverse selection of East Asian ceramics, showcasing their distinctive qualities and artistic appeal.

This exhibition explores the history of Japan through introducing a variety of archaeological relics. Many of these artifacts were excavated from ancient ruins. Some are special tools used in rituals and ceremonies, while others are objects used by people in their daily lives. Through exploring Japanese archaeology, we can gain a sense of the lives and experiences of people of the past.

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Ceramics are not only admired for their beauty but are also broadly used in daily life, making them one of the most familiar forms of decorative arts. East Asian ceramics in particular feature a rich variety of patterns, forms, and colors, and have equally wide-ranging uses. Additionally, the type of ware (such as earthenware or porcelain), clay, glazes, decor, and firing techniques each vary depending on the region of production. Focusing on Japan, China, and the Korean Peninsula, this gallery presents a diverse selection of East Asian ceramics, showcasing their distinctive qualities and artistic appeal.

This exhibition explores the history of Japan through introducing a variety of archaeological relics. Many of these artifacts were excavated from ancient ruins. Some are special tools used in rituals and ceremonies, while others are objects used by people in their daily lives. Through exploring Japanese archaeology, we can gain a sense of the lives and experiences of people of the past.

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Ceramics are not only admired for their beauty but are also broadly used in daily life, making them one of the most familiar forms of decorative arts. East Asian ceramics in particular feature a rich variety of patterns, forms, and colors, and have equally wide-ranging uses. Additionally, the type of ware (such as earthenware or porcelain), clay, glazes, decor, and firing techniques each vary depending on the region of production. Focusing on Japan, China, and the Korean Peninsula, this gallery presents a diverse selection of East Asian ceramics, showcasing their distinctive qualities and artistic appeal.

This exhibition explores the history of Japan through introducing a variety of archaeological relics. Many of these artifacts were excavated from ancient ruins. Some are special tools used in rituals and ceremonies, while others are objects used by people in their daily lives. Through exploring Japanese archaeology, we can gain a sense of the lives and experiences of people of the past.

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Ceramics are not only admired for their beauty but are also broadly used in daily life, making them one of the most familiar forms of decorative arts. East Asian ceramics in particular feature a rich variety of patterns, forms, and colors, and have equally wide-ranging uses. Additionally, the type of ware (such as earthenware or porcelain), clay, glazes, decor, and firing techniques each vary depending on the region of production. Focusing on Japan, China, and the Korean Peninsula, this gallery presents a diverse selection of East Asian ceramics, showcasing their distinctive qualities and artistic appeal.

This exhibition explores the history of Japan through introducing a variety of archaeological relics. Many of these artifacts were excavated from ancient ruins. Some are special tools used in rituals and ceremonies, while others are objects used by people in their daily lives. Through exploring Japanese archaeology, we can gain a sense of the lives and experiences of people of the past.

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Ceramics are not only admired for their beauty but are also broadly used in daily life, making them one of the most familiar forms of decorative arts. East Asian ceramics in particular feature a rich variety of patterns, forms, and colors, and have equally wide-ranging uses. Additionally, the type of ware (such as earthenware or porcelain), clay, glazes, decor, and firing techniques each vary depending on the region of production. Focusing on Japan, China, and the Korean Peninsula, this gallery presents a diverse selection of East Asian ceramics, showcasing their distinctive qualities and artistic appeal.

This exhibition explores the history of Japan through introducing a variety of archaeological relics. Many of these artifacts were excavated from ancient ruins. Some are special tools used in rituals and ceremonies, while others are objects used by people in their daily lives. Through exploring Japanese archaeology, we can gain a sense of the lives and experiences of people of the past.

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Ceramics are not only admired for their beauty but are also broadly used in daily life, making them one of the most familiar forms of decorative arts. East Asian ceramics in particular feature a rich variety of patterns, forms, and colors, and have equally wide-ranging uses. Additionally, the type of ware (such as earthenware or porcelain), clay, glazes, decor, and firing techniques each vary depending on the region of production. Focusing on Japan, China, and the Korean Peninsula, this gallery presents a diverse selection of East Asian ceramics, showcasing their distinctive qualities and artistic appeal.

This exhibition explores the history of Japan through introducing a variety of archaeological relics. Many of these artifacts were excavated from ancient ruins. Some are special tools used in rituals and ceremonies, while others are objects used by people in their daily lives. Through exploring Japanese archaeology, we can gain a sense of the lives and experiences of people of the past.

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The Twelve Devas were originally Hindu deities who protected sacred ritual spaces from all twelve directions. The screens on display in this exhibition feature these guardian deities as they were once used in esoteric Buddhist initiation rituals called kanjō (Sanskrit: abhiṣeka) in Japan. Originally, abhiṣeka was part of an ancient Indian royal consecration rite, in which water would be poured on the head of the monarch during the accession ceremony. In Japan, this ritual was adopted as a Buddhist rite of passage, in which the practitioner would be purified by water sprinkled over him as a confirmation of his initiation into the esoteric teachings. The inclusion of the Twelve Devas into the rite, however, is considered a purely Japanese development. It is only from the twelfth century onward that these deities came to be depicted in pairs of six-panel folding screens. Previously portrayed seated on pedestals, they now assumed a standing posture that was better adapted to the elongated panels of the folding screen format.

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Ceramics are not only admired for their beauty but are also broadly used in daily life, making them one of the most familiar forms of decorative arts. East Asian ceramics in particular feature a rich variety of patterns, forms, and colors, and have equally wide-ranging uses. Additionally, the type of ware (such as earthenware or porcelain), clay, glazes, decor, and firing techniques each vary depending on the region of production. Focusing on Japan, China, and the Korean Peninsula, this gallery presents a diverse selection of East Asian ceramics, showcasing their distinctive qualities and artistic appeal.

This exhibition explores the history of Japan through introducing a variety of archaeological relics. Many of these artifacts were excavated from ancient ruins. Some are special tools used in rituals and ceremonies, while others are objects used by people in their daily lives. Through exploring Japanese archaeology, we can gain a sense of the lives and experiences of people of the past.

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The Twelve Devas were originally Hindu deities who protected sacred ritual spaces from all twelve directions. The screens on display in this exhibition feature these guardian deities as they were once used in esoteric Buddhist initiation rituals called kanjō (Sanskrit: abhiṣeka) in Japan. Originally, abhiṣeka was part of an ancient Indian royal consecration rite, in which water would be poured on the head of the monarch during the accession ceremony. In Japan, this ritual was adopted as a Buddhist rite of passage, in which the practitioner would be purified by water sprinkled over him as a confirmation of his initiation into the esoteric teachings. The inclusion of the Twelve Devas into the rite, however, is considered a purely Japanese development. It is only from the twelfth century onward that these deities came to be depicted in pairs of six-panel folding screens. Previously portrayed seated on pedestals, they now assumed a standing posture that was better adapted to the elongated panels of the folding screen format.

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Ceramics are not only admired for their beauty but are also broadly used in daily life, making them one of the most familiar forms of decorative arts. East Asian ceramics in particular feature a rich variety of patterns, forms, and colors, and have equally wide-ranging uses. Additionally, the type of ware (such as earthenware or porcelain), clay, glazes, decor, and firing techniques each vary depending on the region of production. Focusing on Japan, China, and the Korean Peninsula, this gallery presents a diverse selection of East Asian ceramics, showcasing their distinctive qualities and artistic appeal.

This exhibition explores the history of Japan through introducing a variety of archaeological relics. Many of these artifacts were excavated from ancient ruins. Some are special tools used in rituals and ceremonies, while others are objects used by people in their daily lives. Through exploring Japanese archaeology, we can gain a sense of the lives and experiences of people of the past.

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The Twelve Devas were originally Hindu deities who protected sacred ritual spaces from all twelve directions. The screens on display in this exhibition feature these guardian deities as they were once used in esoteric Buddhist initiation rituals called kanjō (Sanskrit: abhiṣeka) in Japan. Originally, abhiṣeka was part of an ancient Indian royal consecration rite, in which water would be poured on the head of the monarch during the accession ceremony. In Japan, this ritual was adopted as a Buddhist rite of passage, in which the practitioner would be purified by water sprinkled over him as a confirmation of his initiation into the esoteric teachings. The inclusion of the Twelve Devas into the rite, however, is considered a purely Japanese development. It is only from the twelfth century onward that these deities came to be depicted in pairs of six-panel folding screens. Previously portrayed seated on pedestals, they now assumed a standing posture that was better adapted to the elongated panels of the folding screen format.

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Ceramics are not only admired for their beauty but are also broadly used in daily life, making them one of the most familiar forms of decorative arts. East Asian ceramics in particular feature a rich variety of patterns, forms, and colors, and have equally wide-ranging uses. Additionally, the type of ware (such as earthenware or porcelain), clay, glazes, decor, and firing techniques each vary depending on the region of production. Focusing on Japan, China, and the Korean Peninsula, this gallery presents a diverse selection of East Asian ceramics, showcasing their distinctive qualities and artistic appeal.

This exhibition explores the history of Japan through introducing a variety of archaeological relics. Many of these artifacts were excavated from ancient ruins. Some are special tools used in rituals and ceremonies, while others are objects used by people in their daily lives. Through exploring Japanese archaeology, we can gain a sense of the lives and experiences of people of the past.

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The Twelve Devas were originally Hindu deities who protected sacred ritual spaces from all twelve directions. The screens on display in this exhibition feature these guardian deities as they were once used in esoteric Buddhist initiation rituals called kanjō (Sanskrit: abhiṣeka) in Japan. Originally, abhiṣeka was part of an ancient Indian royal consecration rite, in which water would be poured on the head of the monarch during the accession ceremony. In Japan, this ritual was adopted as a Buddhist rite of passage, in which the practitioner would be purified by water sprinkled over him as a confirmation of his initiation into the esoteric teachings. The inclusion of the Twelve Devas into the rite, however, is considered a purely Japanese development. It is only from the twelfth century onward that these deities came to be depicted in pairs of six-panel folding screens. Previously portrayed seated on pedestals, they now assumed a standing posture that was better adapted to the elongated panels of the folding screen format.

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Ceramics are not only admired for their beauty but are also broadly used in daily life, making them one of the most familiar forms of decorative arts. East Asian ceramics in particular feature a rich variety of patterns, forms, and colors, and have equally wide-ranging uses. Additionally, the type of ware (such as earthenware or porcelain), clay, glazes, decor, and firing techniques each vary depending on the region of production. Focusing on Japan, China, and the Korean Peninsula, this gallery presents a diverse selection of East Asian ceramics, showcasing their distinctive qualities and artistic appeal.

This exhibition explores the history of Japan through introducing a variety of archaeological relics. Many of these artifacts were excavated from ancient ruins. Some are special tools used in rituals and ceremonies, while others are objects used by people in their daily lives. Through exploring Japanese archaeology, we can gain a sense of the lives and experiences of people of the past.

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The Twelve Devas were originally Hindu deities who protected sacred ritual spaces from all twelve directions. The screens on display in this exhibition feature these guardian deities as they were once used in esoteric Buddhist initiation rituals called kanjō (Sanskrit: abhiṣeka) in Japan. Originally, abhiṣeka was part of an ancient Indian royal consecration rite, in which water would be poured on the head of the monarch during the accession ceremony. In Japan, this ritual was adopted as a Buddhist rite of passage, in which the practitioner would be purified by water sprinkled over him as a confirmation of his initiation into the esoteric teachings. The inclusion of the Twelve Devas into the rite, however, is considered a purely Japanese development. It is only from the twelfth century onward that these deities came to be depicted in pairs of six-panel folding screens. Previously portrayed seated on pedestals, they now assumed a standing posture that was better adapted to the elongated panels of the folding screen format.

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