The World of Japanese Falconry

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In Japan, falconry was popular among emperors, aristocrats, and samurai warriors from ancient times to the Edo period. It is different from other types of hunting in that it is not about hunting falcons, but hunting with falcons. It also has a ceremonial aspect in that the falcon and the birds caught are offered to the gods, and the techniques of raising falcons and controlling the falconry grounds are also essential elements.

This exhibition will unravel the world of falconry, focusing on the people and places involved.

[Events]
1. Saturday Lecture "Owari Tokugawa Family through Historical Documents Part 2: The World of Falconry"
Date: Saturday, November 26, 13:30-15:00 (doors open at 13:00)
Lecturer: Hisami Itaya, Curator, Tokugawa Art Museum
Venue: Auditorium
Capacity: 60 persons

2. Curator's Talk
Date: Sunday, November 20, 14:00-14:30 (doors open 13:30)
Venue: Tokugawa Art Museum Auditorium
Capacity: 60 people *First-come basis at the venue on the day of the event.
*For details of the event and how to register, please visit the official website.

Schedule

Nov 12 (Sat) 2022-Dec 15 (Thu) 2022