{"id":760,"date":"2026-05-16T17:23:13","date_gmt":"2026-05-16T08:23:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.smappa.net\/global\/?p=760"},"modified":"2026-05-16T17:23:15","modified_gmt":"2026-05-16T08:23:15","slug":"shunga-in-tokyo","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.smappa.net\/global\/shunga-in-tokyo\/","title":{"rendered":"Shunga in Tokyo: Kabukicho Exhibition Guide, History, and Where to See Japanese Erotic Art"},"content":{"rendered":"<p class=\"wp-block-tag-cloud\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.smappa.net\/global\/tag\/host-club\/\" class=\"tag-cloud-link tag-link-16 tag-link-position-1\" style=\"font-size: 20.1pt;\" aria-label=\"Host club (8\u500b\u306e\u9805\u76ee)\">Host club<\/a>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.smappa.net\/global\/tag\/hostess-club\/\" class=\"tag-cloud-link tag-link-23 tag-link-position-2\" style=\"font-size: 10pt;\" aria-label=\"Hostess club (1\u500b\u306e\u9805\u76ee)\">Hostess club<\/a>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.smappa.net\/global\/tag\/ukiyo-e\/\" class=\"tag-cloud-link tag-link-22 tag-link-position-3\" style=\"font-size: 19.323076923077pt;\" aria-label=\"Ukiyo-e (7\u500b\u306e\u9805\u76ee)\">Ukiyo-e<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2048\" height=\"1376\" src=\"https:\/\/www.smappa.net\/global\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/image.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-761\" style=\"width:500px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.smappa.net\/global\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/image.jpeg 2048w, https:\/\/www.smappa.net\/global\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/image-300x202.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/www.smappa.net\/global\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/image-1024x688.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/www.smappa.net\/global\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/image-768x516.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/www.smappa.net\/global\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/image-1536x1032.jpeg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2048px) 100vw, 2048px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n<ul><li><a class=\"aioseo-toc-item\" href=\"#aioseo-shunga-exhibition-in-kabukicho-tokyo-3\">Shunga Exhibition in Kabukicho, Tokyo<\/a><ul><\/ul><\/li><li><a class=\"aioseo-toc-item\" href=\"#aioseo-what-is-shunga-understanding-the-genre-24\">What is Shunga? Understanding the Genre<\/a><\/li><li><a class=\"aioseo-toc-item\" href=\"#aioseo-history-of-shunga-16031867-29\">History of Shunga (1603\u20131867)<\/a><\/li><li><a class=\"aioseo-toc-item\" href=\"#aioseo-famous-shunga-artists-32\">Famous Shunga Artists<\/a><\/li><li><a class=\"aioseo-toc-item\" href=\"#aioseo-cultural-context-kabuki-noh-and-sumo-39\">Cultural Context: Kabuki, Noh, and Sumo<\/a><\/li><li><a class=\"aioseo-toc-item\" href=\"#aioseo-global-recognition-and-museums-42\">Global Recognition and Museums<\/a><\/li><li><a class=\"aioseo-toc-item\" href=\"#aioseo-travel-guide-how-to-visit-45\">Travel Guide: How to Visit<\/a><\/li><li><a class=\"aioseo-toc-item\" href=\"#aioseo-faq-shunga-tokyo-guide-50\">FAQ: Shunga Tokyo Guide<\/a><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"aioseo-shunga-exhibition-in-kabukicho-tokyo-3\" style=\"font-size:30px\"><strong>Shunga Exhibition in Kabukicho, Tokyo<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-ast-global-color-6-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-f7f8c7e34d27ad1d106105b873d0fc24\">In recent years, Tokyo has seen a renewed interest in shunga, especially in unexpected locations. One of the most unique developments is the emergence of exhibitions in kabukicho, the iconic nightlife district of Shinjuku.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-ast-global-color-6-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-bc5e538e8aa007566ee6795904515a16\">Traditionally, shunga has been displayed in museums or private collections. However, exhibitions organized by the Smappa! Group has redefined the experience by placing historical art within contemporary urban spaces. This creates a striking contrast between Edo-period culture and modern Tokyo nightlife.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1179\" height=\"1551\" src=\"https:\/\/www.smappa.net\/global\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/image-1.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-762\" style=\"width:auto;height:400px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.smappa.net\/global\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/image-1.jpeg 1179w, https:\/\/www.smappa.net\/global\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/image-1-228x300.jpeg 228w, https:\/\/www.smappa.net\/global\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/image-1-778x1024.jpeg 778w, https:\/\/www.smappa.net\/global\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/image-1-768x1010.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/www.smappa.net\/global\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/image-1-1168x1536.jpeg 1168w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1179px) 100vw, 1179px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"aioseo-current-exhibition-2026-7\" style=\"font-size:25px\"><strong>Current Exhibition (2026)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-ast-global-color-6-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-25bde66ffd65253fc91df4cc78d628bf\">A Contest of Allure: Katsushika Hokusai and Keisai Eisen \u2014 Kabukicho in Full Bloom.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-ast-global-color-6-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-9f453791299a1287a5ed9a97c1b3955c\">Shinjuku Kabukicho Shunga Exhibition: WA<br>2026.04.04 \u2013 2026.05.31<br>From May 1, a second phase begins with artwork rotation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-ast-global-color-6-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-48a79720cc04c4b94286085cef51d50c\">This exhibition compares the styles of Katsushika Hokusai and Keisai Eisen, offering insight into different interpretations of beauty, intimacy, and desire during the Edo period. Visitors can experience detailed woodblock prints up close, gaining a deeper understanding of the artistic techniques and storytelling used at the time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2048\" height=\"1536\" src=\"https:\/\/www.smappa.net\/global\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/image-2.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-763\" style=\"width:500px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.smappa.net\/global\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/image-2.jpeg 2048w, https:\/\/www.smappa.net\/global\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/image-2-300x225.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/www.smappa.net\/global\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/image-2-1024x768.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/www.smappa.net\/global\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/image-2-768x576.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/www.smappa.net\/global\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/image-2-1536x1152.jpeg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2048px) 100vw, 2048px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"aioseo-tickets-and-access-12\" style=\"font-size:25px\"><strong><strong>Tickets and Access<\/strong><\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-ast-global-color-6-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-6705cb852941c3010b75e76b44d526e6\">Standard tickets are approximately 2,200 yen, making the exhibition accessible compared to major museum shows in Tokyo.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-ast-global-color-6-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-148d6631afe479fdc4a47f05461bd8a9\">Advance booking is available:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-a89b3969 wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.getyourguide.com\/tokyo-l193\/shinjuku-kabukicho-mameban-shunga-exhibition-ticket-t1190176\/?preview=6W82FBOIT26ZG9A0BD3CIEZA56GP9QDU\">Book Shunga Ticket<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-ast-global-color-6-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-8c7ae328c466fee59d41b620b7b7ff0d\">Walk-in visitors are also welcome, allowing flexibility for travelers exploring Shinjuku without prior reservations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1477\" height=\"1108\" src=\"https:\/\/www.smappa.net\/global\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/image-4.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-765\" style=\"width:400px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.smappa.net\/global\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/image-4.jpeg 1477w, https:\/\/www.smappa.net\/global\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/image-4-300x225.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/www.smappa.net\/global\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/image-4-1024x768.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/www.smappa.net\/global\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/image-4-768x576.jpeg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1477px) 100vw, 1477px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"aioseo-official-information-19\" style=\"font-size:25px\"><strong><strong><strong>Official Information<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-ast-global-color-6-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-583529e1980f47ed77605d3d73e092aa\">Exhibitions are typically open daily and may continue seasonally throughout 2025 and 2026, last scheduled between July and September.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-ast-global-color-6-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-15737636a93788fd0ff3b4327256783b\">Official website: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.smappa.net\/shunga\/en\/\">\u00a0https:\/\/www.smappa.net\/shunga\/en\/<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-ast-global-color-6-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-d5cf9d83e9b913cc56f29bbf92b627bd\">Instagram: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/shunga_kabukicho\/\">https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/shunga_kabukicho\/<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1080\" height=\"1350\" src=\"https:\/\/www.smappa.net\/global\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/image-3.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-764\" style=\"width:auto;height:400px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.smappa.net\/global\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/image-3.jpeg 1080w, https:\/\/www.smappa.net\/global\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/image-3-240x300.jpeg 240w, https:\/\/www.smappa.net\/global\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/image-3-819x1024.jpeg 819w, https:\/\/www.smappa.net\/global\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/image-3-768x960.jpeg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1080px) 100vw, 1080px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"aioseo-what-is-shunga-understanding-the-genre-24\" style=\"font-size:30px\"><strong><strong>What is Shunga? Understanding the Genre<\/strong><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-ast-global-color-6-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-518166fa9cbb0c5adfdd456cdc6dc422\">Shunga is a genre of ukiyo e, created as woodblock prints during the Edo period. While often described as erotic art, shunga is better understood as a cultural expression of human relationships and everyday life. These prints depict intimacy with humor, exaggeration, and emotional depth. They reflect the lives of people in Edo city, including merchants, samurai, and townspeople.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-ast-global-color-6-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-5fe09277ed296d5d6fd82ec7420105b6\">Unlike modern assumptions, shunga was widely circulated among the public and was not strictly hidden. It served multiple roles, including entertainment, education, and even as gifts. By representing sexual nature as a natural part of human living, shunga provides insight into how Edo society approached relationships and desire.<a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/shunga_kabukicho\/\"><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-ast-global-color-6-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-be02b817c28844da2b11cd7041e53dc9\">Shunga is part of the broader tradition of ukiyo-e woodblock prints. To understand how these prints were created, explore <a href=\"https:\/\/www.smappa.net\/global\/ukiyo-e-prints\/\" title=\"\">this ukiyo-e prints guide<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2048\" height=\"1376\" src=\"https:\/\/www.smappa.net\/global\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/image-5.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-766\" style=\"width:500px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.smappa.net\/global\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/image-5.jpeg 2048w, https:\/\/www.smappa.net\/global\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/image-5-300x202.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/www.smappa.net\/global\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/image-5-1024x688.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/www.smappa.net\/global\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/image-5-768x516.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/www.smappa.net\/global\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/image-5-1536x1032.jpeg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2048px) 100vw, 2048px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"aioseo-history-of-shunga-16031867-29\" style=\"font-size:30px\"><strong><strong><strong>History of Shunga (1603\u20131867)<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-ast-global-color-6-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-0901e316bab11757a429f0c3210e46c1\">The history of shunga spans from 1603 to 1867, covering the entire Edo period under the Tokugawa shogunate. During these centuries, Japan experienced relative peace, allowing arts and culture to flourish. Shunga developed alongside ukiyo-e, becoming an established and long held tradition.Early influences came from Chinese erotic art, but Japanese artists developed a distinct style that emphasized narrative, composition, and expressive detail.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-ast-global-color-6-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-62b7533ea685b500f9a17990ae36d9ac\">Although there were periods of regulation, demand remained strong. Shunga continued to be produced and circulated, reflecting its importance in everyday life.Today, it is recognized as part of Japan\u2019s national cultural heritage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"aioseo-famous-shunga-artists-32\" style=\"font-size:30px\"><strong><strong><strong><strong>Famous Shunga Artists<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-ast-global-color-6-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-50929ec6634066a59b1f14128c299fc0\">Several artists played a key role in shaping shunga. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-ast-global-color-6-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-b05639079ccc9f786cc1c4f68ff32002\">Hishikawa Moronobu is often considered one of the earliest pioneers of ukiyo-e, establishing the foundation of the genre.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-ast-global-color-6-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-25fc25aa60df3703566226790d8fd3df\">Katsushika Hokusai brought innovation and bold composition, creating dynamic and imaginative works that remain influential today.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-ast-global-color-6-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-2d1a10b7241151b80fc52369f274c254\">Kitagawa Utamaro focused on emotional intimacy, portraying subtle expressions and relationships with remarkable sensitivity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-ast-global-color-6-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-a367865ae444f300134af76a5899c3c2\">Modern collectors and curators, including Uragami Mitsuru, continue to preserve and exhibit these works, helping to expand global understanding of shunga. For a deeper look into ukiyo-e artists such as Hokusai and Utamaro, and their iconic woodblock prints, see: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.smappa.net\/global\/ukiyo-e-artists\/\">https:\/\/www.smappa.net\/global\/ukiyo-e-artists\/<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2048\" height=\"1365\" src=\"https:\/\/www.smappa.net\/global\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/image-6.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-767\" style=\"width:450px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.smappa.net\/global\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/image-6.jpeg 2048w, https:\/\/www.smappa.net\/global\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/image-6-300x200.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/www.smappa.net\/global\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/image-6-1024x683.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/www.smappa.net\/global\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/image-6-768x512.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/www.smappa.net\/global\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/image-6-1536x1024.jpeg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2048px) 100vw, 2048px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"aioseo-cultural-context-kabuki-noh-and-sumo-39\" style=\"font-size:30px\"><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong>Cultural Context: Kabuki, Noh, and Sumo<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-ast-global-color-6-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-305ca797e76f68d2cc58fbdaa7c1cab4\">Shunga was part of a broader cultural environment in Edo Japan. It shares themes with kabuki theater, noh stage performances, and even sumo wrestling culture. These connections highlight how art, entertainment, and daily life were deeply intertwined. Many prints depict scenes of music, food, and drink, as well as seasonal events such as cherry blossom viewing. These elements provide a vivid picture of Edo neighborhoods and urban culture.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2048\" height=\"1365\" src=\"https:\/\/www.smappa.net\/global\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/image-7.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-768\" style=\"width:450px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.smappa.net\/global\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/image-7.jpeg 2048w, https:\/\/www.smappa.net\/global\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/image-7-300x200.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/www.smappa.net\/global\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/image-7-1024x683.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/www.smappa.net\/global\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/image-7-768x512.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/www.smappa.net\/global\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/image-7-1536x1024.jpeg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2048px) 100vw, 2048px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"aioseo-global-recognition-and-museums-42\" style=\"font-size:30px\"><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong>Global Recognition and Museums<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-ast-global-color-6-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-60630b4ad2b73e2d06a73b38ce548244\">In recent decades, shunga has gained international recognition. Major exhibitions at the British Museum in London helped introduce shunga to global audiences. These exhibitions shifted western perceptions, presenting shunga as an important art form rather than simply erotic material. Today, international museums and collections continue to display these works, contributing to ongoing research and appreciation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1537\" height=\"2048\" src=\"https:\/\/www.smappa.net\/global\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/image-8.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-769\" style=\"width:auto;height:400px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.smappa.net\/global\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/image-8.jpeg 1537w, https:\/\/www.smappa.net\/global\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/image-8-225x300.jpeg 225w, https:\/\/www.smappa.net\/global\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/image-8-769x1024.jpeg 769w, https:\/\/www.smappa.net\/global\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/image-8-768x1023.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/www.smappa.net\/global\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/image-8-1153x1536.jpeg 1153w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1537px) 100vw, 1537px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"aioseo-travel-guide-how-to-visit-45\" style=\"font-size:30px\"><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong>Travel Guide: How to Visit<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-ast-global-color-6-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-a235c4e117ae71ed104562d7a0ba621e\">Staying in hotels in Shinjuku makes visiting the exhibition extremely convenient. Most venues in Kabukicho are within walking distance, allowing visitors to explore both art and nightlife in one area.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-ast-global-color-6-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-b152892e5e06bc83f27c395d9ba91e01\">For international visitors, english guide services can be arranged by contacting:<br>Smappa.kabukichoconcierge@gmail.comTo explore the latest updates, visit:<br><a href=\"https:\/\/www.smappa.net\/shunga\/en\/\">https:\/\/www.smappa.net\/shunga\/en\/<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-a89b3969 wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.getyourguide.com\/tokyo-l193\/shinjuku-kabukicho-mameban-shunga-exhibition-ticket-t1190176\/?preview=6W82FBOIT26ZG9A0BD3CIEZA56GP9QDU\">Book Shunga Ticket<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"aioseo-faq-shunga-tokyo-guide-50\" style=\"font-size:30px\"><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong>FAQ:<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong> <strong>Shunga Tokyo Guide<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div data-schema-only=\"false\" class=\"wp-block-aioseo-faq has-medium-font-size\" id=\"aioseo-what-is-shunga-51\"><h3 class=\"aioseo-faq-block-question\">What is shunga?<\/h3><div class=\"aioseo-faq-block-answer\">\n<p class=\"has-ast-global-color-6-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-75391bc14cecaf6c8bed14372b4b5719\" style=\"font-size:16px\">Shunga is a form of Japanese ukiyo-e woodblock prints that depict human relationships and everyday life in the Edo period.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div data-schema-only=\"false\" class=\"wp-block-aioseo-faq has-medium-font-size\" id=\"aioseo-what-is-shunga-51\"><h3 class=\"aioseo-faq-block-question\">Where can I see shunga in Tokyo?<\/h3><div class=\"aioseo-faq-block-answer\">\n<p class=\"has-ast-global-color-6-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-9ec0d19cd3b966cbdc3fb54de86f30d6\" style=\"font-size:16px\">You can visit exhibitions <a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/Jcon7WyfJHqNZtYj7\" title=\"\">in Kabukicho Noh Theater, Shinjuku,Tokyo<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div data-schema-only=\"false\" class=\"wp-block-aioseo-faq has-medium-font-size\" id=\"aioseo-what-is-shunga-51\"><h3 class=\"aioseo-faq-block-question\">How much are tickets?<\/h3><div class=\"aioseo-faq-block-answer\">\n<p class=\"has-ast-global-color-6-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-6da16424d89847a4be43104b7ee63ff8\" style=\"font-size:16px\">Tickets are usually around 2,200 yen.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div data-schema-only=\"false\" class=\"wp-block-aioseo-faq has-medium-font-size\" id=\"aioseo-what-is-shunga-51\"><h3 class=\"aioseo-faq-block-question\">Can I visit without booking?<\/h3><div 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