Kyoto National Museum
Within the museum, there are two buildings: the Meiji Koto-kan and the Heisei Chishin-kan. The Meiji Koto-kan is designated as an important cultural property, being a heavy brick structure from the Meiji period. However, it is currently closed for seismic retrofitting and exhibits are on hold. On the other hand, the Heisei Chishin-kan, which opened in 2014, displays a variety of cultural properties including sculptures, paintings, and crafts.
This museum also holds its own unique special exhibitions twice a year, attracting numerous visitors. The garden features Rodin's "The Thinker," and there are many highlights throughout the site. The museum conducts research and dissemination activities related to cultural properties, supporting Japan's cultural heritage from multiple angles. It also houses many items on loan from important shrines and temples, receiving high acclaim both domestically and internationally.
The grounds, where the Heisei Chishin-kan and Meiji Koto-kan coexist, evoke the essence of Japanese culture across eras, leaving a deep impression on visitors. Currently, the Meiji Koto-kan is closed for archaeological excavations, but many cultural properties are still on display in other facilities.
Basic Information
- Spot Name
- Kyoto National Museum
- Location
- 〒605-0931 527 Chayamachi, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto City, Kyoto Prefecture, Japan
- Access
- Get off at JR Kyoto Station, take city bus lines 206 or 208 from bus stop D2, and get off at the Museum Sanjusangendo-mae stop. It's a short walk from there.
Get off at JR Kyoto Station, take the Princess Line bus (heading to Kyoto Women's University) from the Hachijo Exit, and get off at Higashiyama Nanajo stop. It's a 1-minute walk.
From JR Kyoto Station, take the JR Nara Line to Tofukuji Station, then transfer to the Keihan Line and get off at Shichijo Station. It's a 7-minute walk to the east.
Get off at JR Kyoto Station and walk east along Shichijo Street for 20 minutes.
Get off at Kintetsu Tamabashi Station, and from Keihan Tamabashi Station, take the train to Shichijo Station, and it's a 7-minute walk to the east. - Parking
- Parking available.
- Business Hours
- Opening hours: 9:30 AM - 5:00 PM
- Regular Holiday
- Monday - Closed on Mondays, except when Monday is a holiday, in which case it will be open and closed the following Tuesday. - Closed during the New Year period. - There may be temporary closures for exhibition work and other reasons.
- Fees
- General admission for the Gallery of Fine Arts is 700 yen, and 350 yen for university students. *Special exhibitions may vary in price for each exhibition.
- Contact Information
- Phone Number：075-525-2473
- Official Website
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