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 […]
Visit from the Heritage Commission of Saudi Arabia
On September 3, five representatives from the Heritage Commission of Saudi Arabia visited our institute as part of a business mission. Their visit to Japan aimed to study organizational frameworks and necessary analytical equipment in preparation for establishing a new archaeological research institute currently being planned in their country. In line with this purpose, we […]
Liaison Support for the Study Trip by the Architectural Heritage Division, NRICH, Korea
This week, five researchers from the Architectural Heritage Division of the National Institute of Cultural Heritage (NRICH), Korea, visited Japan to continue their architectural preservation study, which began last September. The objective of this study trip was to conduct additional field surveys on restoration techniques for brick masonry structures, as well as to collect examples […]
Participation in TOKYO ARCHITECTURE FESTIVAL 2025
This year, we participated in the TOKYO ARCHITECTURE FESTIVAL 2025 and hosted a guided tour of our facility on May 21st. The Tokyo Architecture Festival is an interactive event that engages both visitors and site hosts, inspired by international events such as Open House London. The festival is organized through private sector initiatives, launched last […]
[Application Closed] JPC 2025 - 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 the Study Tour on AR & VR Applications and Workshop on 3D Digital Documentation
Following the completion of technical training in 3D digital documentation, the workshop participants embarked on a five-day study tour from October 26 to 30, focusing on practical case studies involving 3D digital content (primarily in AR and VR). The main highlights of the tour included the Peace Park Tours at Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park, the […]
Workshop on 3D Digital Documentation of the Cultural Heritage and Its Application is Underway
We launched the "Workshop on 3D Digital Documentation of Cultural Heritage and Its Applications" on October 21, 2024. This workshop is organized as part of the Network Core Centers for International Cooperation on Conservation of Cultural Heritage Project, commissioned by the Agency for Cultural Affairs. Seven experts from Bahrain, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Oman, and Egypt […]
Closing of International Course on Conservation of Japanese Paper 2024
International Course on Conservation of Japanese Paper 2024, which began on 26th August, concluded on 13th September. Co-organized by ICCROM and Tobunken, this course hold as significant place among ICCROM's programs due to its long-standing history. Ten participants from overseas acquired traditional Japanese conservation skills by creating a handscroll. During the third week, they learned […]
Study Tour on JPC 2024
TOBUNKEN and ICCROM have been working together to host the International Course on the Conservation of Japanese Paper. From August 26th to September 13th, 10 paper conservators and specialists from various countries have gathered in Japan to participate. The course aims to learn conservation techniques for cultural objects using traditional Japanese paper, with the goal […]