The Special Exhibition "Jakuchu, Rimpa, and the Arts of Kyoto – The Sparkling Hosomi Collection" is on view at the Kyushu National Museum in Dazaifu, Fukuoka, from April 21 through June 14, 2026. A special merchandise shop featuring exhibition-exclusive goods is open alongside the exhibition, with a collaboration piece by Fukuoka-born illustrator NAKAKI PANTZ adding a unique highlight to the lineup.
NAKAKI PANTZ Collaboration
As part of the Special Exhibition "Jakuchu, Rimpa, and the Arts of Kyoto – The Sparkling Hosomi Collection," Fukuoka-born illustrator NAKAKI PANTZ created a specially drawn illustration inspired by Ito Jakuchu's work Rooster in the Snow (Setchū Yūkeizu), which also serves as the main visual for the exhibition.
Merchandise featuring this original collaboration illustration is available at the exhibition shop.
Comment from NAKAKI PANTZ:
"For this collaboration, I created an illustration inspired by Ito Jakuchu's Rooster in the Snow, the main visual for the exhibition. The Hosomi Collection – often described as a 'textbook of Japanese art' – is on display in full, making for an incredibly rich and rewarding experience. The Rimpa works in particular are overwhelmingly beautiful; you simply cannot look away. I hope you'll take this opportunity to visit!"
NAKAKI PANTZ is known for illustrations of "strong, cute, and self-expressive" women, with work spanning fashion brand campaigns, advertising visuals, and music video illustrations.
Exhibition Original Merchandise
The special shop carries a range of exclusive merchandise created from works in the exhibition. Here is a selection of what's available.
Mini Fans – 3 Designs, ¥880 Each (Tax Included)
Compact fans that are easy to carry and perfect for the warmer months ahead.
Eco Bags – 2 Designs, ¥2,750 Each (Tax Included)
Each eco bag is stored inside a plush toy; when the bag is slung over the shoulder, the plush toy perches on top.
Artwork illustrations are incorporated into the eco bag designs as well.
Embroidered Towel Handkerchiefs – 7 Designs, ¥1,400 Each (Tax Included)
Each design renders an artwork motif in careful embroidery.
Ticket Files – 3 Designs, ¥385 Each (Tax Included)
A range of designs from charming to bold, well-suited for storing tickets and cards.
DECO Chocolate – ¥1,620 (Tax Included)
A chocolate set featuring artwork illustrations, produced in collaboration with a Fukuoka confectionery maker.
Pin Badges – 4 Designs, ¥880 Each (Tax Included)
Wearable pins featuring illustrations from artworks in the collection.
Additional merchandise including a REC Coffee collaboration drip coffee set, konpeitō sugar candies, and birthday acrylic keychains is also available.
![Exhibition poster featuring (from top): Wedding of Rats by Ito Jakuchu [first period], Goldfish Ball by Kamizaka Sekka [second period], Rooster in the Snow by Ito Jakuchu [full period], Waterside Ducks Screen by Suzuki Kiitsu [first period] – all from the Hosomi Museum collection](https://assets.hldycdn.com/cdn-cgi/image/format=webp,quality=75,width=600/83461da7-0311-46db-9ffc-dbee812d4589.jpeg)
Exhibition Information
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Exhibition Name | Special Exhibition "Jakuchu, Rimpa, and the Arts of Kyoto – The Sparkling Hosomi Collection" |
| Dates | April 21 (Tue) – June 14 (Sun), 2026 |
| Exhibition Rotation | First Period: April 21 (Tue) – May 17 (Sun) / Second Period: May 19 (Tue) – June 14 (Sun) |
| Hours | Tue–Fri & Sun: 9:30 AM – 5:00 PM (last entry 4:30 PM) / Sat [late opening]: 9:30 AM – 7:00 PM (last entry 6:30 PM) |
| Closed | Every Monday (except May 4, which is open) |
| Venue | Kyushu National Museum (4-7-2 Ishizaka, Dazaifu City, Fukuoka 818-0118) |
| Official Website | https://www.kyuhaku.jp/exhibition/exhibition_s76.html |
Late evening hours on Saturdays are subject to change. Please check the Kyushu National Museum official website for the latest information.
