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JPC 2026 - International Course on Conservation of Japanese Paper
Japanese paper is internationally recognized as a superior conservation material. It is also the support material used in Japanese artworks found in many collections worldwide. However, it is difficult outside of Japan to gain in-depth, holistic knowledge and experience in traditional conservation techniques dealing with Japanese paper. The JPC course offers a unique opportunity for […]
Closing of International Course on Conservation of Japanese Paper 2025
The International Course on Conservation of Japanese Paper was concluded on 12 September with the closing ceremony. This course is the longest-running programme among those jointly organised by the Tokyo National Research Institute for Cultural Properties and ICCROM since 1992. 10 paper conservation specialists invited from around the world have deepened knowledge of cultural properties […]
Visit of the Coordinator for International Cooperation from the Cultural Heritage Agency of the Netherlands
On October 9, Mr. Remco Vermeulen, Coordinator for International Cooperation at the Cultural Heritage Agency of the Netherlands, visited our center. Mr. Vermeulen was in Japan to participate in collaborative activities with the National Museum of Ethnology (MINPAKU), focusing on exploring inclusive and collaborative engagement in cultural heritage. Accompanied by Ms. CHIU Chunni from MINPAKU, […]
Study Tour on JPC 2025
TOBUNKEN held the International Course on the Conservation of Japanese Paper, from 25 August to 12 September, co-organised with ICCROM. From September 1st to 5th, we went on a study tour to Mino, Nagoya, and Kyoto to observe and deepen our knowledge of practical conservation work. In Mino, we visited Mino Washi Museum, Hon-minoshi papermaking […]
Visit of Researchers from Restoration Technology Division, National Research Institute of Cultural Heritage, Korea
On September 18, four researchers from the Restoration Technology Division of the National Research Institute of Cultural Heritage, Korea, including Senior Research Official Kwon Hyuk-nam, visited our institute. The purpose of their visit was to study the status of researchers and research institutes in Japan concerning the use of drying oils as coatings or paints […]
International Course on Conservation of Japanese Paper 2025 Begins in Tokyo
The International Course on Conservation of Japanese Paper co-hosted by the Tokyo National Research Institute for Cultural Properties (TOBUNKEN) and the International Centre for the Study of the Preservation and Restoration of Cultural Property (ICCROM), commenced on Monday, August 25, 2025. Known for its long history and popularity among ICCROM's training programs, this year's course […]