The Association for Conservation
of National Treasures

The hanging scrolls, sliding doors, folding screens, books etc. bearing paintings and calligraphy are made of extremely fragile materials such as paper and silk. The fact these important cultural assets have come down to us across the centuries is due to more than their simply having been treasured; they have also been restored at regular intervals when needed. The restoration of decorative arts refers to these processes. Today, too, some cultural assets have been newly restored while others are due for restoration. The craftspeople are waiting with the tried and dependable techniques, and new craftspeople must also be nurtured for future restorations to come. These are our missions.