“Ramses & the Gold of the Pharaohs” Exhibition in Tokyo.
Tens of thousands flock to “Ramses & the Gold of the Pharaohs” exhibition in Tokyo.
Since its grand debut on March 7, the blockbuster exhibition has captivated Tokyo, drawing massive crowds.
With over 40,000 tickets sold and counting, it’s clear that the legacy of Ramses is shining brighter than ever.
Tokyo is the sixth international destination for the exhibition.
The “Ramses and the Gold of the Pharaohs” exhibition includes around 180 artifacts selected from the Egyptian Museum in Tahrir Square, dating back to the era of King Ramses II.
Additionally, it features the sarcophagus of King Ramses II from the National Museum of Egyptian Civilization, along with other artifacts discovered by the Egyptian mission in the Bubasteion area in Saqqara, and pieces from other Egyptian museums.
These items highlight distinctive characteristics of ancient Egyptian civilization from the Middle Kingdom to the Late Period, through a collection of statues, jewelry, cosmetic tools, stelae, inscribed stone blocks, and colorful wooden coffins.
AloJapan.com