The Museum’s collection, which were acquired by Okada Mokichi (1882-1955) in most part, mainly comprises works of Oriental art from Japan, China and other Asian countries. One of the most outstanding items in the collection is the Red and White Blossoms by Ogata Kōrin—a pair of folding screens acclaimed as the greatest masterpiece of the artist. Two plum trees—red and white—draw a contrast against the gold background. His designs are stylish even today, with the iconic water flow in the middle.
Three National Treasures housed in the Museum are on display, including the Tea-leaf Jar with a design of Wisteria (Nonomura Ninsei) and the calligraphy album Tekagami Kanboku-jō. Select masterpieces also accompany the exhibition, including the Lady under a Tree and the Illustrated Sutra of Past and Present Karma as well as the Cosmetic Box with a design of a landscape in maki-e and Large Celadon Jar.
Visitors will also be enjoying the plum orchard in full bloom, a nice addition to the day at the exhibition.