Ceramics Hall Kawai Kanjiro, the poet of fire born in Yasugi, and Kitaoji Rosanjin, the rare chef and ceramic artist. In the Ceramics Hall, about 50 works by each of these two masters are typically displayed. Kawai Kanjiro "Clay Applied Unconventional Vase" (c.1965) Kitaoiji Rosanjin Exhibition Apr 14 (Sat) - May 20 (Sun) Kitaoji Rosanjin (1883-1959) actualized his unmatchable talents in the art area, ranging from calligraphy to letter curving, paintings, lacquer works and ceramics. This exhibition will display about 100 masterworks, including works debuting at this time, in the Ceramics Hall. We hope you appreciate the aesthetic world pursued by Rosanjin. Kitaoji Rosanjin "Gold-Painted Porcelain Vase" (c.1945) Note: During this special exhibition, no works by Kawai Kanjiro will be displayed. Pictures for Children Exhibition Room The Pictures for Children Exhibition Room always displays works by six painters: Takei Takeo, Kawai Shiro, Hayashi Yoshio, Suzuki Toshio, Kurosaki Yoshisuke, and Iguchi Bunshu who actively worked for a children's magazine "Kinder-book" during the Taisho and Showa Periods. Summer Vacation Special Exhibition The World of Children’s Pictures Aug 1 (Wed) - Sep 17 (Mon) Pictures for children, which bring a feeling of relaxed warmth, have attracted many people from children to adults, depicting children at play and smiling animals. When viewing them, adults reminisce about childhood. The sensitive world of children's pictures is an enjoyable experience for the whole family. Hayashi Yoshio "Young Prince" (1985) Hayashi Yoshio "A Spring Cart" (1986) Hayashi Yoshio "Old Tales of Japan" (1987) Note: During the exhibition period, elementary and junior high school students can enter the museum free of charge.