Public Exhibition of National Treasure Kitora Tumulus Murals (40th Edition)
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Public Exhibition of National Treasure Kitora Tumulus Murals (40th Edition)

Japanese name:国宝キトラ古墳壁画の公開(第40回)

📅 Sat, Aug 1, 2026 - Sun, Aug 30, 2026

📍 Asuka, Nara

About this event

The National Treasure murals of Kitora Tumulus in Asuka Village, Nara Prefecture, will be put on public display. In this exhibition, visitors can view the "White Tiger" (Byakko) painted on the west wall. This is a rare and precious opportunity to experience the authentic murals firsthand. The venue is the Kitora Tumulus Mural Preservation and Management Facility inside the Kitora Tumulus Mural Experience Hall "Shijinkan." Advance application is required for viewing, but secondary applications or same-day registrations will be accepted if capacity is not reached. Why not take this opportunity to experience the world of ancient murals and feel the breath of antiquity?

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Venue

Kitora Tumulus Mural Preservation and Management Facility

67 Abeyama, Asuka, Takaichi District, Nara 634-0134

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