An exhibition review on the Japanese art form Ukiyo-e. Very nice images and history of this art form with an interpretation of an historical link of Japan and the Western world.

This is an excellent overview of both regional and period art from Japan, with images of example pieces and detailed descriptions of the work.

Website describes the Japanese lacquer artifacts that were on display at the J. P. Getty Museum in 2009. Photographs and words describe the pieces and the restoration process. Includes links to a slide show of the Mazarin Chest that was...

Webpage describing An Exiled Emperor on Okinoshima, a six-fold screen from the Kimbell Art Museum. Image of art provided as well as an option of a larger version or a detail viewer that can be navigated. Also includes a quote about the...

This site gives a brief description of the period and describes the period's art, including painting and architecture.

In this lesson plan, students will consider Say Hi to Haibun Fun which looks at a Japanese style of writing called haibun. Worksheets and other supporting materials can be found under the Resources tab.

The site gives an extensive lesson of how Sumo Wrestling came to Japan in the 8th century. It also contains links to further information.