Celebrating the Grand Opening of BankPark YOKOHAMA
On October 4, 2025 (Sat.), BankPark YOKOHAMA, a new cultural exchange facility housed in a Yokohama City– designated historic building, will open its doors.
To commemorate the grand opening, the gallery space on the first floor will host a special Old Noritake Exhibition and Sale from October 4 (Sat.) to October 19 (Sun.), 11:00–18:00.
Old Noritake porcelain first crossed the seas from Yokohama in the Meiji era, carrying Japan’s artistry to the West where it quickly gained acclaim. Characterized by its pure white porcelain body and elaborate hand-painted decorations, Old Noritake was crafted for export at a time when Western-style tableware was none in Japan. Today, it is celebrated worldwide for its artistry and continues to captivate collectors and enthusiasts alike.
The exhibition will feature museum-quality pieces as well as items available for purchase, including tea sets, vases, and decorative objects reflecting design trends from the Victorian era through Art Nouveau to Art Deco. This is a rare opportunity to witness the elegance of Old Noritake returning to Yokohama more than a century later. In addition, our curator Tomoaki Takeuchi—a leading Old Noritake researcher and one of Japan’s foremost collectors— will hold a series of ten talk events during the exhibition period.
Exhibition & Sale: October 4 (Sat.) – October 19 (Sun.), 2025 11:00 – 18:00
Talk Events by Tomoaki Takeuchi: (All 10 sessions / approx. 40 minutes each / free admission, no reservation required)
• October 5 (Sun.) 1 13:00 / 2 16:00 • October 12 (Sun.) 1 13:00 / 2 16:00 • October 13 (Mon., National Holiday) 1 13:00 / 2 16:00 • October 18 (Sat.) 1 13:00 / 2 16:00 • October 19 (Sun.) 1 13:00 / 2 16:00
Venue: BankPark YOKOHAMA (Yokohama Island Tower, Low-rise Building, 1F)
Access: • Directly connected to Bashamichi Station (Exit 1b), Minato Mirai Line • 5 min. walk from JR Sakuragicho Station (South Exit) or Yokohama Municipal Subway Blue Line (Exit 1)
