Kyoto Seishu Netsuke Art Museum

The Kyoto Seishu Netsuke Art Museum occupies the former Kanzaki residence, the only surviving samurai residence in Kyoto.
The netsuke on display at the museum were created in the Edo period as fasteners for containers worn at the belt, such as seal cases, tobacco pouches, satchels, and coin purses, and soon developed into a culture unique to Japan, combining aesthetics and craftsmanship. At the Kyoto Seishu Netsuke Art Museum, you can enjoy viewing about 400 items from a collection of more than 5,000, focusing on modern netsuke.

About the Kyoto Seishu Netsuke Art Museum Building
Mibu was once the eastern edge of Kyoto in the medieval period. In the Edo period, it was known as the home of the Mibu goshi (country samurai), who returned to farming despite being warriors. The building is estimated to have been erected in 1820 as a residence for the Kanzaki family of Mibu goshi, and the former Kanzaki residence is registered as a tangible cultural property designated by Kyoto City. The Museum will continue to preserve this building for its great historic value, and contribute to the growth of culture by passing down its unique culture and history to future generations.

Netsuke Art Museum Exhibition Rooms
About 400 netsuke are displayed in traditional Japanese-style rooms on the 1st and 2nd floors, which make the most of the style of the historic building. Escape from the hectic modern world for a time, and enjoy a delightful experience like traveling back in time to the Edo period when netsuke were in everyday use.

The Kyoto Seishu Netsuke Art Museum operates with the full backing of Sagawa Printing Co., Ltd.

[Opening Hours]
10：00AM-5：00PM　
(Admissions close at 4:30PM)
[Museum Commentary]
Tuesday-Saturday 10：00AM-3：00PM
*Viewing is allowed until 5：00PM
[Cost]
¥800 per person (Normally ¥1,000)
[Reservations]
Please book by 3:00PM one day in advance at the Hotel front desk.
We will provide proof that you are a guest of this Hotel.
[Days Closed]
Mondays (If Monday is a holiday, it will be closed on Tuesday.)