In May 2010, Kanazawa University established the Research Center to conduct multidisciplinary research in the field of Italian Mural Paintings. We aim to contribute to the conservation of international cultural heritage by developing conservation techniques and studying mural paintings in partnership with Japanese/ Italian academic institutions. We also plan to apply research achievements above to other studies or educational program.
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Jan - Feb, 2012 new
  • there was snowfall here in Kanazawa click here for images

  • Jun 6-7, 2011
  • Attend the completion ceremony of the restoration project of mural paintings at the basilica di Santa Croce Go to detail

  • May 20, 2011
  • The restoration project of mural paintings at the basilica di Santa Croce has been completed

  • May 20, 2011
  • Animated film " 'La Leggenda della Vera Croce' (Tale of the Holy Cross)" and Kanazawa promotion video "Kanazawa and Kanazawa University" was produced

  • May 20, 2011
  • The tutorial panel was settled in front of restorated mural painting

  • Apr. 27, 2011
  • Receive the visit from Otsuka Museum of Art

  • Apr. 14, 2011
  • Mayor of Kanazawa visit the restorated mural painting at Kakuma campus

  • Mar. 31, 2011
  • Release Newsletter No.2 (in Japanese)

  • Feb. 10, 2011
  • Release Newsletter No.1 (in Japanese)

  • Nov. 22, 2010
  • Report of the pre-field researches for "the Analythis-Research Project on the Medieval Cave Churches in South Italy
  • Report of the practical training: Japan-Italy Cooperative Project of Educational Researches

  • Jul. 15, 2010
  • Prof. Miyashita, director of our center, receives Order of Cavaliere from Italian Republic

  • May, 28. 2010
  • Sign the Agreement of Japan-Italy Cooperative Research Project
  • Mar.17, 2012 new
  • at Shiinoki CUltural Complex, we held a lecture and discussion session on conservation of cultural heritage
    A Photo Exhibition on our work is currently being held till 24.March, 2012.
    Go to detail
    click here to check the Shiinoki Cultural Complex

  • Jan.29, 2012
  • at Otsuka Musium of Art, we held a symposium on conservation of cultural heritage
    A Photo Exhibition on our work is currently being held till 11.March, 2012.
    Go to detail
    click here to visit the Musium site

  • May 9, 2011
  • Lunchtime concert was held in front of restorated mural painting

  • Jan. 19-20, 2011
  • Workshop of Japan-Italy cooperative project for Cultral Properties in Florence
    Reseach Center of Italian Mural Paintings, Kanazawa Project between University and Agency of Cultural Affairs

  • Dec. 6, 2010
  • Lunch-time Concert to enjoy the mural paintings and music
    "Harmony of Arts and Music"

  • Nov. 19-25, 2010
  • Japan-Italy cooperative project for Education
    Lecture and training by world-leading Italian conservator of mural paintings

  • Aug. 2, 2010
  • Lecture "Conservation and Restoration of Mural Paintings and its use as Cultural Heritage"

  • May 29 & Jun. 1, 2010
  • Synposium of Restoration of the Mural Paintings in Basilica di Santa Croce in Kanazawa and Tokyo