49th Exhibition of Money and Stamps (Nagoya Edition) to Be Held by the Japan Mint and the National Printing Bureau from August 19 (Wed) to 25 (Tue)

The Independent Administrative Institution Japan Mint and the Independent Administrative Institution National Printing Bureau will jointly host the '49th Exhibition of Money and Stamps (Nagoya Edition)' from Wednesday, August 19 to Tuesday, August 25, 2026, at Matsuzakaya Nagoya, located in Nagoya City, Aichi Prefecture.

The exhibition will introduce the operations of both institutions, showcasing rare coins, banknotes, and stamps from their museum collections. Visitors will learn about the history and technology behind currency, including anti-counterfeiting measures.

Additionally, the event features live demonstrations of medal crafting and hands-on activities such as making watermark postcards, making it an engaging and educational experience perfect for summer vacation research projects.

【Main Exhibits】

〇 Coin-related Exhibits (Japan Mint)

(1) How Coins Are Made

(2) History of Coins (Oban and Koban gold coins, currently circulating coins)

(3) Anti-Counterfeiting Technologies in Coins

(4) Japanese Commemorative Coins

(5) Products by the Japan Mint (Medals and decorations, Sumo Tournament Director Cup, Metal crafts, products related to Aichi Prefecture, etc.)

(6) Live Demonstration of Medal Crafting (Handmade)

(7) Hands-on Experience Zone

・Coin Design Badge Making Experience

・Trick Art Photo Booth

〇 Banknote and Stamp-related Exhibits (National Printing Bureau)

(1) Introduction to Banknotes (How banknotes are made, history of banknotes)

(2) Introduction to Banknote Anti-Counterfeiting Technologies

(3) Handmade Paper Experience Corner (Watermark Paper Display)

(4) Live Engraving Demonstration and Artwork Introduction by Master Craftsmen

(5) Introduction to Stamps (Evolution of stamps, varieties of Japanese stamps, Stamps related to Aichi Prefecture, rare international stamps, etc.)

(6) Introduction to the Official Gazette (Kanpō)

(7) Other Experience Corners (Hold 100 Million Yen? Weight Experience, Photo Spot, Commemorative Stamps)

【Event Details】

Co-organizers: Independent Administrative Institution Japan Mint Independent Administrative Institution National Printing Bureau

Event Period: August 19 (Wed) – August 25 (Tue), 2026 (7 days) 10:00 – 19:00 (Last admission at 18:30 daily) ※On the final day (August 25), last admission at 16:30, closing at 17:00

Venue: Matsuzakaya Hall, 8th Floor, South Building, Matsuzakaya Nagoya 3-16-1 Sakae, Nagoya City, Aichi Prefecture (Tel: 050-1782-7000, main line)

Admission: Free

Supporting Organizations: Tōkai Finance Bureau, Aichi Prefecture, Aichi Prefectural Board of Education, Nagoya City, Nagoya City Board of Education,

Aichi Financial Public Relations Committee, TV Aichi, CBC Television, Tōkai Television Broadcasting

【About the Exhibition of Money and Stamps】

This exhibition is held in major cities across Japan to inform the public about the essential manufacturing processes of coins, banknotes, and stamps. It aims to promote public understanding of production techniques, anti-counterfeiting technologies, and the historical background of these items.

Live Medal Crafting Demonstration

Badge Making Experience

Can You Hold 100 Million Yen?

Experience the Weight of 100 Million Yen

Handmade Paper Experience

Create Your Own Watermarked Postcard