The multi-faceted experience centers around the 70-piece collection making its U.S. debut. On loan from the Edoardo Chiossone Museum of Oriental Art in Genoa, Italy, the collection includes woodblock prints and original paintings by leading artists of ukiyo-e, along with handcrafted objects such as games, instruments and daily objects.

Sponsored by: Enjoy Illinois 

With a layout inspired by a woodblock print, the first exhibit provides context to the featured art collection, focusing on the lives of Hokusai, Hiroshige and Edoardo Chiossone, the development of ukiyo-e and its lasting impact, the art of woodblock printing, and works from the College of DuPage permanent art collection.

Sponsored by: DuPage County Board

This streetscape walk-through experience features recreations of a woodblock printshop and Japanese market. As visitors step into the printshop, they will spot a scene depicting Hokusai and his daughter Oi—both deeply focused on their craft. Publishing boomed in Hokusai’s time, and he helped fuel the craze for illustrated books known as ehon.

Sponsored by: Les & Mary Wiberg Fund of DuPage Foundation and Arts DuPage

Naperville artist Rich Lo created ukiyo-e-style landscapes based on iconic DuPage County locations. These original works were created for the DuPage Public Art Project and will be displayed as murals within communities throughout the county. Framed prints of all these pieces will be showcased together at the exhibition.

Sponsored by: JCS Arts, Health Education Fund, and Illinois Arts Council

Guests can explore the evolution of manga — Japanese comics — through a fully designed environment by Vanessa Vu and Kevin Yu of 2d, where every inch of the space, including walls, furniture and floors, merge into a black-and-white, larger-than-life comic book.

Sponsored by: Wight & Co. 

Families can dive into the fascinating world of Hokusai with an original Hokusai biographical anime film, a Children’s Day display, traditional Japanese toys, a Japanese dragon costume featured in parades and celebrations, a cherry blossom wish tree where children can write down their wishes and tie it to the tree, calligraphy and origami making, and more.

Sponsored by: Capstone Financial Advisors 

Video Sponsor: Japanese Chamber of Commerce and Industry of Chicago

The curated outdoor garden will feature a selection of live plants including flowering trees and sculpted evergreens, plus a Japanese bridge, teahouse façade, picnic area and more to convey the spirit of peaceful Japanese landscapes.

Sponsored by: Ball Horticultural

Visitors can snap a photo with exquisite recreations of Edo Era clothing, including a samurai uniform on loan from Warner Bros., a Kabuki character costume designed by Kim Morris, and a stunning empress kimono.

Sponsored by: West Suburban Art Society

Visitors can create their very own ukiyo-e masterpieces through a hands-on digital experience.

Sponsored by: Molex

Food and drink will be available at the Edo EATS! Concession, and Hokusai-themed merchandise and souvenirs will be sold in the gift shop.

Note: Starting Aug. 12 - Edo Eats is only open on weekends.