Conservation
We promote scientific research and conservation–restoration activities for works in the collections of the National Art Museums. In addition, we share information through workshops, lectures, and the website, contributing to the accumulation and exchange of knowledge related to conservation and restoration both within Japan and internationally.
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Workshops & Lectures
At the National Center for Art Research (NCAR), we invite experts of conservation and restoration once a year to hold lectures and workshops, in which the participants can receive direct, hands-on guidance. Lectures for wider audience are also organized in order to gain and share specialized knowledge and insights.
Open Workshops & Lectures
Currently no workshops or lectures open for registration.
Previous workshops and lectures
Photos and videos from past workshops and lectures.
Scientific Analysis
By advancing scientific research, we aim to contribute to the determination of exhibition planning and conservation and restoration policies at the National Museum of Art.
Research Reports
Dicover information on domestic and international trends in the field of conservation and restoration, includes those on overseas research institutions and museums, as well as workshops and case studies on conservation and restoration of artworks.
Conservation and Restoration Database
Access to resources of a literature list and a collection of links to research institutions related to conservation and restoration, Japanese translations of guidelines issued by international organizations and more.
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ICON "Professional Standards and Judgement & Ethics" [Japanese Translation]
This section introduces the professional standards of the Institute of Conservation (ICON) in the United Kingdom.These standards serve as guidelines for the practical work carried out by conservation specialists and also form the basis of ICON’s accreditation system and code of conduct for conservation professionals.
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ICOM‑CC "Definition of the Profession: Conservator‑Restorer" [Japanese Translation]
This section introduces the definition of the profession of the conservator‑restorer as established by an international organization.The definition issued by ICOM (International Council of Museums) in 1984 is the earliest of these formal definitions.
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E.C.C.O. "Professional Guidelines (I): The Profession" [Japanese Translation]
This section introduces the professional guidelines issued by the European Confederation of Conservator-Restorers’ Organisations (E.C.C.O.), an association composed of conservation and restoration professionals from various European countries.
These guidelines outline the definition and standards of the profession of the conservator-restorer. -
E.C.C.O. "Professional Guidelines (3): Education" [Japanese Translation]
This section introduces the educational guidelines established by the European Confederation of Conservator-Restorers’ Organisations (E.C.C.O.), an association consisting of conservation and restoration professionals from countries across Europe.
These guidelines outline the education required to become a conservator‑restorer.