Step into the other world of all things supernatural through Yokai Parade: Supernatural Monsters from Japan!

Organised by the Japan Foundation and curated by Yumoto Koichi, the Director Emeritus of the Yumoto Koichi Memorial JAPAN YOKAI MUSEUM (Miyoshi Mononoke Museum), the exhibition introduces Japan’s Yokai culture that has been depicted in picture scrolls and Nishiki-e (“brocade picture,” a type of Japanese multi-coloured woodblock print) since ancient times.

With transitions in media from picture scrolls to Nishiki-e, books, and toys, the exhibition presents how the image of Yokai changed from a subject of fear to a more charming and friendly presence and how it gradually became familiar to the masses. The collection also showcases the charm of Yokai culture that continues to live within people’s imagination until today.

The exhibition in Kuala Lumpur is organised by the Japan Foundation, co-organized by Malaysian Institute of Art (MIA) and Embassy of Japan with the beverage sponsored by MONIN.

Upcoming:

• Kota Kinabalu, Sabah
  14 December 2023 – 14 January 2024
  Sabah Art Gallery

Film Screening “The House of the Lost on the Cape”
(KAWATSURA Shinya/ 2021 / 105min / P12)
Embark on a heartwarming journey with Yui and Hiyori in ‘Mayoiga.’ Seeking refuge in a legendary house, they find healing and encounter mystical beings known as ‘Fushigitto.’ A tale of unexpected bonds and enchanting magic awaits.

Duration: 18 November 2023 (Sat) – 19 November 2023 (Sun)
Time: 2:00 PM (18 Nov), 11:00 AM (19 Nov)
Registration : Fill in the Google form HERE from 14 Nov (Tuesday) onwards.
Admission: Free Admission but only limited to 100 pax/show

Monster Series Paper Puppet Workshop
Duration: 25 November 2023 (Sat) – 26 November 2023 (Sun)
Time: 2 sessions : 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM & 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Admission: RM5 (Materials provided). Max 20 pax/session.

Tote Bag Printing Workshop
Duration: 2 December 2023 (Sat) – 3 December 2023 (Sun)
Time: 2 sessions : 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM & 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Admission: RM10 charge for each bag. Max 25 pax/session.