Number of cultural properties and national treasures Japan 2023, by category
As of November 2023, a total number of around 2.73 thousand Important Cultural Properties in the form of sculptures were recorded in Japan, of which 140 were National Treasures. Important Cultural Properties are designated by the Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology (MEXT) as carrying a particular historical and academic value for the country. National Treasures are the most precious assets among the Important Cultural Properties additionally selected by the ministry.