Scent of the Tale of Genji –scent bag making experience-

The Heian period is the period when incense, which had been used in rituals or as deodorant, started to be enjoyed in the everyday life of aristocrats.

重要文化財　源氏物語絵色紙帖（絵合）京都国立博物館

In the tale of Genji, a classic work of Japanese literature, the scent description of the scene is effectively used to highlight the background of the main characters, personality and intelligence.

The description of the scent from each scene can give readers a better understanding of the mood of the scenes. In this event, we’ll provide you with a good opportunity to try out the scent of the ancient period. Reviving the scent by using traditional recipe, we will enable you to get a glimpse of the world of “The Tale of Genji.”

Date: Sunday September 24th
There are two sessions on the 24th. Each session has 15 seats available. Pre-order is required.
 Date: Sunday, September 24th ①10:00am to noon ②2:00pm to 4:00pm
 Place: Fukuoka City Museum 1st floor “seminar room”

• This event is not age-restricted, but elementary school kids or younger should be accompanied by an adult.
• In case of too many applications, we will draw slots for place allocation.

How to apply
You can apply by postcard, fax, phone or e-mail. Write your name, age, address and phone number and number of participants (maximum of 2 persons) . The whole session will be conducted in Japanese. If you need language help, please write your native language and level of English Comprehension on the application form. Sign language interpreter is also available upon request.
The application, in any form, must be received at the museum on or before August 31st 2017.

Address:
〒814-0001 3-1-1, Momochihama, Sawara-ku, Fukuoka
Fukuoka City Museum “Scent of the Tale of Genji"
Fax No.:
092-845-5019
E-mail:
fcmevent@city.fukuoka.lg.jp

Posted by Takamura