National Treasure

Discover Onjoji Kondo, a National Treasure rebuilt in 1599 by Kitamandokoro. This architectural marvel near Lake Biwa showcases Momoyama period elegance with its cypress bark roof and traditional Tendai Buddhist design.

Discover the magnificent Shinra Zenshin-do Hall, a 14th-century National Treasure showcasing classic nagare-zukuri architecture. Learn about its connection to samurai history and how to visit this hidden gem near Lake Biwa.

Discover the Kangakuin Guest Hall, a 1600 National Treasure featuring magnificent Kano Mitsunobu paintings and early shoin-style architecture. Learn about special viewing, access from Kyoto, and Lake Biwa attractions.

Experience the 13th-century National Treasure Rokudo-e paintings at Shojuraigo-ji Temple in Otsu. These 15 silk scrolls depicting Buddhist cosmology offer unique insights into medieval Japanese spirituality, just 30 minutes from Kyoto.

Discover the Hōsōge Maki-e Kyōbako, a National Treasure of Japan from the Heian period. This exquisite lacquered sutra box at Enryaku-ji Temple showcases the pinnacle of togidashi maki-e craftsmanship with gold and silver arabesque designs.

Explore Japan's National Treasure Rokusoenen-den, an 803 CE Tang Dynasty manuscript at Enryaku-ji Temple. Learn about Huineng's revolutionary Zen teachings and plan your visit to Mount Hiei's UNESCO World Heritage site.

Discover Gobu Shinkan, a rare National Treasure scroll of esoteric Buddhist iconography preserved at Miidera Temple in Shiga. This 9th-century Tang Dynasty masterpiece features stunning ink drawings of Vajradhatu deities, brought from China by the monk Enchin in 855.

Discover Kirishima Jingu, a spectacular national treasure shrine with 300-year-old vibrant architecture, mythological significance as the landing site of heavenly deities, and unique dragon pillars rarely seen in Japan.

Discover the Senkoku Senju Kannon Mirror, Akita Prefecture's sole National Treasure. This exquisite 11th-century bronze mirror features intricate engravings of the Thousand-Armed Kannon and is viewable only one hour annually on August 17th at Suijin Shrine.

Discover Engaku-ji's Shariden, Kanagawa's only National Treasure building and Japan's oldest example of Chinese Zen architecture. This sacred hall housing Buddha's tooth relic opens just 3 days annually. Learn about its 600-year history, architectural significance, and how to visit this exclusive Kamakura treasure.

Discover the Ippen Hijiri-e, a National Treasure emakimono scroll painted in 1299 by En'i. Explore the life of monk Ippen, medieval Japanese landscapes, and visiting information for Tokyo National Museum.

Discover the National Treasure portrait of Kanazawa Sadamasa (Hōjō Sadayuki), a masterpiece of Kamakura-period nise-e portraiture preserved at Shōmyōji Temple in Yokohama. Explore its history, artistic value, and how to visit.

Discover the National Treasure silk portrait of Kanazawa Sadaaki, a masterpiece of Kamakura-period nise-e portraiture preserved at Shōmyōji Temple in Yokohama. Learn about the Kanazawa Hōjō clan and plan your visit.

Discover the National Treasure silk portrait of Hojo Akitoki, a Kamakura-era samurai leader. Housed at Kanazawa Bunko in Yokohama, this masterpiece reveals the soul of a warrior caught in political turmoil.

Discover the Magaki-giku Raden Makie Suzuribako, a National Treasure lacquer writing box with gold maki-e and mother-of-pearl inlay from the Kamakura period. Linked to Minamoto no Yoritomo, it is housed at Tsurugaoka Hachimangu Shrine in Kamakura.

Discover the National Treasure Taima Mandala Engi, a stunning Kamakura period scroll painting at Komyo-ji Temple. This masterpiece tells the legendary story of Princess Chujo and the divine creation of the Taima Mandala, showcasing exquisite yamato-e techniques and Pure Land Buddhist faith.

Discover the Akaito Odoshi Yoroi, a stunning National Treasure samurai armor from the Kamakura period, enshrined at Kushihiki Hachimangu in Hachinohe, Aomori. Learn about its golden chrysanthemum ornamentation, historical significance, and how to visit.

Discover one of Japan's 18 National Treasure armors - a pristine 650-year-old white-laced samurai suit gifted by Emperor Go-Murakami in 1367. Located at Kushihiki Hachiman Shrine in Hachinohe, this masterpiece showcases medieval Japanese craftsmanship at its peak, featuring 3,000 hand-lacquered scales and rainbow-patterned silk lacing.

Discover the Gassho Dogu, a 3,500-year-old National Treasure clay figurine excavated from the Kazahari 1 Site in Hachinohe, Aomori. Learn about this praying Jomon figurine at the Korekawa Jomon Museum.

Experience the breathtaking beauty of Ninsei's color-decorated tea jar with wisteria design, a National Treasure at MOA Museum Atami. This 17th-century masterpiece showcases perfect harmony of form and decoration, representing the pinnacle of Kyoto ceramics.