Keio University

Keio Museum Commons × Iinumakannon Enpukuji "The Temptation of Saga-bon: Dreams and Devotion in Exquisite Printed Books" (September 30―November 28)

Publish: July 30, 2025
Public Relations Office

 August 5, 2025

Keio University  

This exhibition presents a significant collection of Saga-bon, the movable-type printed books that played a pivotal role in the history of Japanese literature and book production. It features an extensive selection of these elegant and meticulously crafted works, offering a rare opportunity to appreciate their beauty and the sophisticated artistry involved in their creation. We invite all to come and enjoy exploring this one-of-a-kind collection of Saga-bon.

Overview

Date: September 30 (Tue.)–November 28 (Fri.) 2025 *Closed on Saturdays, Sundays, and public holidays

    Weekend openings: October 4 (Sat.), November 15 (Sat.)

    Temporary closures: October 6 (Mon.), November 17 (Mon.)

Venue: Keio Museum Commons (Mita Campus East Annex)

Open hours: 11:00 – 18:00

Admission: Free

Please check the website for the latest information: https://kemco.keio.ac.jp/en/all-post/20250930-en/

For further information, please refer to the following PDF file.