Like its predecessors – the “Land of Buddha” exhibitions of Thai artefacts that drew 200,000 visitors to museums in Tokyo and Kyushu – “The History of Japanese Art: Life and Faith” commemorates 130 years of diplomatic relations between the nations. Three items are classified as national treasures and another 25 as “important cultural properties”. “The Dawn of Japanese Art” has prehistoric artworks created long before Buddhism arrived from China and Korea. THE GLORY OF BELIEF>> “The History of Japanese Art: Life and Faith” continues through February 18 at the National Museum Bangkok on Na Phrathat Road, next to Thammasat University. >> Find out more at (02) 224 1333 and the “National Museum Bangkok” page on Facebook.

Source: The Nation Bangkok January 20, 2018 18:00 UTC