Museums

Kyoto is home to a wide range of museums that highlight its cultural depth, from the Kyoto National Museum to the Kyoto International Manga Museum. The city also hosts specialized institutions, such as the Museum of Crafts and Design and the Kyoto Railway Museum, offering something for every interest.

Kyoto National Museum (Kyohaku)

One of Japan’s oldest and most important museums, showcasing traditional art, Buddhist sculptures etc.

KYOCERA Museum of Art

A landmark venue for modern and contemporary art exhibitions, it is one of Japan’s oldest public art museums.

Kyoto International Manga Museum

A unique space dedicated to Japan’s manga culture, with a massive collection of manga from around the world.

Nintendo Museum

Located in Uji on the site of Nintendo’s former factory, this museum showcases the company’s history in gaming.

Kyoto Museum of Crafts and Design

Showcases Kyoto’s traditional crafts and craftsmanshipsuch as textiles, lacquerware, and ceramics.

National Museum of Modern Art, Kyoto

Exhibits Japanese and international modern art in painting, sculpture, design, and film.

The Museum of Kyoto (Bunpaku)

Bunpaku houses a collection of traditional art, such as Buddhist sculptures, ceramics, textiles, and calligraphy.

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Sen-Oku Hakukokan Museum

Established by the Sumitomo family, this museum showcases an exceptional collection of East Asian art.