Ayami Nakajo Appointed Ambassador for 'Marie Antoinette Style' Exhibition! Opening August 1 at Yokohama Museum of Art

The 'Marie Antoinette Style' exhibition, showcasing the 'style' of the French Queen who continues to fascinate people across generations, will be held at the Yokohama Museum of Art starting Saturday, August 1, 2026.

A press conference was held at the Tokyo International Forum on Tuesday, May 19, where it was announced that model and actress Ayami Nakajo would serve as the ambassador for the exhibition.

Nakajo commented, "I dressed with the image of Marie Antoinette's worldview in mind." She shared that she grew to admire the queen after watching a film about her, finding a sense of connection with her inner loneliness. She also expressed her excitement for the 'Marie Antoinette's Three-Strand Pearl and Diamond Necklace,' which will be exhibited in Japan for the first time.

[Exhibition Overview] This exhibition explores the innovative nature of Marie Antoinette, the most fashionable queen in history, through her attire and interiors. It is a world-touring exhibition planned by London's Victoria and Albert Museum (V&A), with the Yokohama Museum of Art being the only venue in Japan.

Highlights: - Introduction of a timeless 'style': Tracing from the 18th century to the present through approximately 200 exhibits. - Only venue in Japan: A valuable world tour organized by the V&A. - Japan debuts: Historical items and relics previously held by the queen will be exhibited. - Original Japanese display: Reorganized with an additional 20 high-quality pieces from domestic collections.

Exhibition Period: August 1, 2026 – November 23, 2026 Venue: Yokohama Museum of Art Organizers: Yokohama Museum of Art, Victoria and Albert Museum, The Yomiuri Shimbun, Nippon Television Network Corporation