Han Yongjin (right), director of the National Library, presents the donation certificate to Morihiro Hosokawa, on June 26, 2018. [Photo provided to Chinaculture.org]

Luo Shugang, China's minister of culture and tourism, thanked Hosokawa for his consistent dedication to China-Japan friendship, believing this act will set an example in cultural exchange and cooperation between the two countries.

"This donation demonstrates the China-Japan friendly ties dating back a thousand years ago, which will become a story praised far and wide in the history of cultural exchange," Luo said.

Morihiro Hosokawa was glad to witness the promising prospect of Sino-Japanese relations. He said he would keep contributing to China-Japan cultural cooperation.

To introduce these cultural treasures to the public, the National Library has also launched a one-month special exhibition.