Amida Nyorai: Yearning for the Pure Land

FinishedReservation Required

Familiar to almost every Japanese as “Amida-sama,” Amida Nyorai (Amitabha) was already an object of faith in the Asuka period (550-710). With the rise of Pure Land (Jodo) Buddhism, this Buddha became seen throughout Japan as a savior who led people to rebirth in the Pure Land. As Buddhism evolved in Japan, faith in Amida Nyorai took on many aspects, and this Buddha became one of the pillars of Buddhist art. The focus of this exhibition is Buddhist paintings from the Nezu Museum collection, chosen to provide an overview of the history and spread of belief in Amida Nyorai in Japan. The exhibition also includes works from the Korean kingdom of Goryeo. “Amida Nyorai: Yearning for the Pure Land” will thus be an opportunity to learn more about the gorgeous and varied worlds of art related to Amida Nyorai.

*Please visit the official website for reservations and more information.

Schedule

May 28 (Sat) 2022-Jul 3 (Sun) 2022

Reservation Required

Opening Hours Information

Hours	10:00-17:00
Closed	Monday Open on a public holiday Monday but closed on the following day. Closed during the New Year holidays and in between exhibitions.

Fee

Adults ¥1300, University and High School Students ¥1000, Junior High School Students and Under free.

Website

https://www.nezu-muse.or.jp/en/exhibition/next.html