Ukiyo-e Exhibition Opens at Cliffe Castle Museum

Explore Japanese Woodblock Prints and Cultural Treasures

A new exhibition titled Ukiyo-e will open at Cliffe Castle Museum in Bradford, showcasing a collection of Japanese woodblock prints and cultural artefacts. The exhibition runs from 1 November 2023 until 1 March 2026 and is free to attend.

About the Exhibition

Ukiyo-e features a variety of colourful and detailed woodblock prints that illustrate a range of themes from Japanese culture. Visitors will find depictions of mythical creatures, city life, and landscapes, offering insight into the “floating world” — a term used to describe the transient pleasures and everyday life of Edo-period Japan.

The exhibition also includes delicate Japanese objects from the museum’s own collection. These items reflect the interests of local industrialists who once collected such treasures in the Bradford District, linking the region’s history with the art on display.

Visitor Information

• Dates: 1 November 2023 – 1 March 2026
• Location: Cliffe Castle Museum, Spring Gardens Lane, Bradford, BD20 6LH
• Admission: Free
• Opening Hours: From 10:00 daily

Additional Events in Bradford

Visitors interested in art exhibitions may also want to explore other ongoing events in the Bradford area, including:

• Life Goes On by Ian Beesley at Salts Mill (4 May 2024 – 10 January 2027)
• Turner Prize at Cartwright Hall Art Gallery (27 September 2025 – 22 February 2026)
• 20 Flowers For 2025 And Some Bigger Pictures by David Hockney at Salts Mill (29 January 2025 – 3 January 2027)
• Family Fun: Christmas at Ilkley Manor House (13 December 2025)

For more information about the Ukiyo-e exhibition and other events, visitors can check local listings or visit the Cliffe Castle Museum website.