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Study Tour Group of the Hong Kong Polytechnic University visited the Institute
On June 2, students majoring in Building Engineering and Management (BEM) at the School of Professional Education and Executive Development of The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU SPEED) visited our institute as part of a study tour. Following their previous visit in 2024, we held a joint session to introduce and discuss the latest activities […]
Participation in TOKYO ARCHITECTURE FESTIVAL 2026
Continuing from last year, we participated in the TOKYO ARCHITECTURE FESTIVAL 2026 and hosted a guided tour of our facility on May 20th. 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, […]
Research Exchange Meeting with Mr. Noam Shaan Rathgeber Knan, a Techne-funded PhD Researcher, University of Brighton, United Kingdom
On April 23, we held a research exchange meeting with Mr. Noam Shaan Rathgeber Knan, a Techne-funded PhD researcher of the University of Brighton, United Kingdom. His work focuses on empirical research examining institutional responsibility from an ethical perspective in participatory heritage conservation and museum management. He visited our centre to learn about the objectives […]
[Application Closed] 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, […]