We are honored to announce that the British Museum’s Japan Gallery will feature Yasuhiro Asai’s 2021 work, the Incense Burner with Maki-e and Inlaid Mother-of-pearl, "Yōraku."

This exceptional piece embodies the artist’s sincere wish—that his passion transcends time, offering comfort and courage to future generations, even a thousand years from now.

The work will be part of the Japan Gallery permanent exhibition from April 12, through early October 2025.

We warmly invite you to experience this remarkable creation during your visit.

Photo by Tadayuki Minamoto

British Museum Japan Gallery
British Museum Collection