[One interesting item] Statue of Khaemwaset holding a statue of the god Ptah @ACN Ramses the Great Exhibition: The Gold of the Pharaohs, opens today at the Ramses Museum in Toyosu

The Ramses Museum at CREVIA BASE Tokyo in Toyosu today opened an exhibition on Ramses the Great, showcasing around 180 treasures relating to Ramses II (c. 1303 BC - c. 1213 BC), known as the "greatest king" in ancient Egyptian history, and his era, including many that are being shown in Japan for the first time. This is a rare opportunity to see Ramses II's coffin, both the lid and the body, on display.

Among the many exhibits, the Statue of Khaemwaset Holding a Statue of the God Ptah was not particularly large, but it was a beautiful statue with its simplified, rustic form and frontality, its calm expression with an archaic smile, and its tranquil spirituality.

The model for this statue was Khaemwaset, the fourth prince of Ramses II and the high priest of the god Ptah in the Memphis area. He had great influence both religiously and politically, and in his later years he served as the governor of Memphis and the crown prince. Unfortunately, he died before his father Ramses II, so he never ascended to the throne.

Khaemwaset had a deep love for ancient Egyptian culture, and was highly conscious of protecting cultural heritage, having restored pyramids and the Sun Temple from around the 26th century BC. For this reason, his work is highly regarded as a pioneer in archaeological research.

The god Ptah is held in both hands by Khaemwaset. In Memphis theology, Ptah is considered the god who created the world, and is said to have been involved in the creation of the universe. He is primarily worshiped as the protector of craftsmen. The high level of civilization and technology of ancient Egypt has likely been cherished and believed to be due to the protection of Ptah.

The statue of Khaemwaset holding a statue of the god Ptah was carved from a single piece of quartzite. It does not have the flashy movements of Greek sculptures, but its careful attention to form and sharply captured deep spirituality never fail to fascinate those who see it.

Come and find your favorite piece at the "ACN Ramses the Great Exhibition: The Gold of the Pharaohs"!

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This special exhibition introduces the treasures of Ramesses II (c. 1303 BC - c. 1213 BC), who is said to be the "greatest king" in the history of ancient Egypt, and his era. The exhibition is officially recognized by the Egyptian government and has been held in Houston and San Francisco in the United States, Paris in France, Sydney in Australia, and Cologne in Germany, attracting a total of more than 2 million visitors around the world. This is one of the largest exhibitions in history, on par with the "Tutankhamun Exhibition" held in Japan in the past. Approximately 180 ancient Egyptian artifacts and works of art from over 3,000 years ago are on display.

This exhibition is different from ordinary museum exhibits, as it features an immersive VR experience focusing on the Abu Simbel Temple and the tomb of Queen Nefertari, realistic projection mapping, and spectacular sound equipment, allowing visitors to enjoy the entire body.

ACN Ramses the Great and the Gold of the Pharaohs

Date: March 8, 2025 (Sat) - September 7, 2025 (Sun)

[Weekdays] 10:00 - 18:00 (last entrance 17:00)

[Saturdays, Sundays, holidays, and special days] 9:00 - 19:00 (last entry 18:00)

Venue: Ramses Museum at CREVIA BASE Tokyo (Toyosu) Admission Fee: [Weekdays] Adults 4,100 yen, Junior and Senior High School Students 3,100 yen, Elementary School Students 2,400 yen

[Saturdays, Sundays, holidays and special days] Adults: 4,300 yen, Junior and senior high school students: 3,300 yen, Elementary school students: 2,600 yen

*Prices for same-day ticket sales

Address: 6-4-25 Toyosu, Koto-ku, Tokyo

Access: 3 minutes walk from Yurikamome "Ichiba-mae" station

Organized by: Ramses the Great Exhibition: The Gold of the Pharaohs Executive Committee / NEON JAPAN Co., Ltd.

Supported by: Embassy of the Arab Republic of Egypt

Special sponsor: ACN Co., Ltd.