Yamanashi Prefectural Museum of Archaeology to Hold Spring Special Exhibition: Unveiling Newly Designated Cultural Properties!
The Yamanashi Prefectural Museum of Archaeology will hold its spring special exhibition, 'Commemorating the Designation as a National Important Cultural Property: Andoji Ruins - A Large Jomon Period Village -' from April 25 to June 14, 2026. The exhibition will feature newly designated Jomon pottery excavated from the Andoji Ruins, along with various other artifacts, showcasing the site's characteristics and appeal. Admission is free.
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The Yamanashi Prefectural Museum of Archaeology (Kofu City, Yamanashi Prefecture, Director: Ryusaburo Takahashi) will hold the Spring Special Exhibition 'Commemorating the Designation as a National Important Cultural Property: Andoji Ruins, Koshu City – A Large Jomon Period Village –' in 2026.
This exhibition commemorates the recent designation of pottery excavated from the Andoji Ruins in Koshu City as a National Important Cultural Property in 2025. The exhibition will showcase a variety of excavated materials, focusing on the newly designated pottery, and will clearly introduce the characteristics and appeal of the site. We hope many visitors will attend during this opportunity.
1. Dates and Times
- April 25 (Saturday) to June 14 (Sunday), 2026
- 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM (Last admission by 4:30 PM)
2. Venue
Yamanashi Prefectural Museum of Archaeology (923 Shimokone-cho, Kofu City)
3. Content
The Andoji Ruins in Koshu City are known as one of the foremost Jomon settlement sites in Yamanashi Prefecture. Its value has been re-evaluated in recent years, leading to the designation of excavated pottery as a National Important Cultural Property in 2025. This exhibition will display a wide range of excavated materials, centered on the newly designated pottery, to clearly present the characteristics and appeal of the site.
4. Admission Fee
Free. (Permanent exhibition requires a separate fee: General/University Students ¥220).
5. Closed
Every Monday (Open May 4th), May 7th (Thursday).
6. Related Events
- Curator's Gallery Talk
Curators will provide explanations while guiding visitors through the exhibition. No advance reservation required.
- Venue: Yamanashi Prefectural Museum of Archaeology Special Exhibition Room
- Dates: May 13th (Wednesday) and May 17th (Sunday) - ①10:00 AM~ / ②1:30 PM~
[Contact Information]
Yamanashi Prefectural Museum of Archaeology
Phone: 055-266-3881 Fax: 055-266-3882
Reception Hours: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM (Last admission by 4:30 PM)
Closed: Every Monday (Open May 5th), May 7th (Wednesday).
This exhibition commemorates the recent designation of pottery excavated from the Andoji Ruins in Koshu City as a National Important Cultural Property in 2025. The exhibition will showcase a variety of excavated materials, focusing on the newly designated pottery, and will clearly introduce the characteristics and appeal of the site. We hope many visitors will attend during this opportunity.
1. Dates and Times
- April 25 (Saturday) to June 14 (Sunday), 2026
- 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM (Last admission by 4:30 PM)
2. Venue
Yamanashi Prefectural Museum of Archaeology (923 Shimokone-cho, Kofu City)
3. Content
The Andoji Ruins in Koshu City are known as one of the foremost Jomon settlement sites in Yamanashi Prefecture. Its value has been re-evaluated in recent years, leading to the designation of excavated pottery as a National Important Cultural Property in 2025. This exhibition will display a wide range of excavated materials, centered on the newly designated pottery, to clearly present the characteristics and appeal of the site.
4. Admission Fee
Free. (Permanent exhibition requires a separate fee: General/University Students ¥220).
5. Closed
Every Monday (Open May 4th), May 7th (Thursday).
6. Related Events
- Curator's Gallery Talk
Curators will provide explanations while guiding visitors through the exhibition. No advance reservation required.
- Venue: Yamanashi Prefectural Museum of Archaeology Special Exhibition Room
- Dates: May 13th (Wednesday) and May 17th (Sunday) - ①10:00 AM~ / ②1:30 PM~
[Contact Information]
Yamanashi Prefectural Museum of Archaeology
Phone: 055-266-3881 Fax: 055-266-3882
Reception Hours: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM (Last admission by 4:30 PM)
Closed: Every Monday (Open May 5th), May 7th (Wednesday).