Japanese Art and Antiques Exhibition

24 May – 22 June 2025 | KODAS Brewery and Restaurant, South Estonia

A Meeting of Blossoms and Japanese Spirit

As 9,000 apple trees burst into bloom in the KODAS orchards this spring, a unique cultural encounter unfolds:
Hanami in KODAS — a celebration of beauty, heritage, and the timeless Japanese tradition of flower viewing.

What is Hanami?

Hanami (花見) literally means “flower watching” in Japanese — hana (flower) + miru (to watch).
Traditionally linked with cherry blossom picnics in Japan, hanami is a time to pause, gather, and appreciate nature’s fleeting wonders.

At KODAS, surrounded by apple blossoms as breathtaking as Japan’s sakura, we bring this tradition to life in a new and meaningful way.

A Rare Exhibition of Japanese Art & Antiques

Curated from the renowned Regelski Collection (Helsinki), this exhibition marks its first major international showcase.
VVisitors will experience a selection of over 100 highlights from the over 3,500 collected works — many never before displayed.

Highlights Include:

• 🎭 Noh Theatre Masks — from mystical spirits to fearsome demons
• 🖼 Original Woodblock Prints — including works by Utagawa Hiroshige (1797–1858)
• 👘 Wedding Kimonos — silk masterpieces with hand-sewn detail
• 🎎 Actor Dolls & Theatrical Triptychs — in expressive, dramatic poses
• 🗃️ Lacquerware & Urushi Boxes — functional art, rich in craftsmanship
• 📜 Kakejiku Scrolls & Byōbu Room Dividers — capturing centuries of elegance

Select original kakejikus will be available for purchase during the exhibition — a rare opportunity to bring home a piece of Japanese artistry.

Exhibition Info

📍 Location: KODAS Visitor Centre, South Estonia
🎟 Tickets: 6€/person | Free for children under 12
🗓 Dates: 24 May – 22 June 2025
🕔 Time:

• Wednesday – Friday from 12:00 to 18:00
• Saturday – Sunday from 10:00 to 18:00

More Than Just an Exhibition

Set against the backdrop of South Estonia’s most beautiful season, Hanami in KODAS invites you to immerse yourself in a multi-sensory journey — from the floral fragrances of blooming orchards to the quiet reverence of centuries-old art.

Whether you’re a:

• 🌿 Nature lover
• 🎨 Art enthusiast
• 📖 Culture seeker

…this is a one-of-a-kind experience not to be missed.

Special Events Coming Soon

🎉 Throughout the exhibition, a series of special events will be held — including an opening ceremony.
📅 More information will be announced shortly, so stay tuned!

Discover More

Learn about the full Regelski Collection at:
 www.miyabiantiques.fi

Step Into the Spirit of Hanami

Celebrate beauty. Embrace tradition. Let nature and culture inspire you.
Ready to experience hanami — the Japanese way — in the heart of Estonia?