Japanese Buddhist Temple Room (Gallery 279) at the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston.
Japanese Buddhist Temple Room (Gallery 279) at the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston.
Japan Renews its Glow at the MFA
1:00 pm–2:30 pm
The MFA’s world-renowned collection of Japanese art, closed for the past several years, has reawakened in all its splendor, dignity, and excellence. Japan came late to the world stage yet the principles of Japanese aesthetics coalesced immediately and still hold true today: affection for nature, respect for the past, the play of complementary opposites, and the potential of outside contact. The strength and breadth of the Museum’s comprehensive collection highlights Boston’s great treasures in all their glory. These four sessions of in-gallery close looking also explore the Japanese garden, weather permitting.
Martha Wright, adjunct instructor
Wheelchair accessible
Ticket Information
Tickets must be purchased prior to the start of the first session; individual sessions are not available.
To order tickets by phone, call 1-800-440-6975 ($6 processing fee applies); to order in person, visit any MFA ticket desk.
Bag Checks
All bags are subject to inspection by Museum staff. Backpacks, large bags, all liquids including hand sanitizer and sunscreen, and outside food or drink are not permitted. Exceptions are made for medical or religious needs. All bags are strongly discouraged, and any bags larger than 11” x 15” must be checked in the Coat Room upon entry. Read our full bag check policy.