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Kyoto National Museum 京都国立博物館

art museum in Japan

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The Kyoto National Museum (京都国立博物館, Kyōto Kokuritsu Hakubutsukan) is one of the major art museums in Japan. Located in Kyoto's Higashiyama ward, the museum focuses on pre-modern Japanese and Asian art.

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要Quick facts

TypeMuseum
LocationHigashiyama-ku, Kyoto
Founded1897
DesignationsImportant Cultural Property of Japan
Official websitekyohaku.go.jp
Nearest stationsShichijō Station · 486 m
Keihan Main Line
Kiyomizu-Gojō Station · 799 m
Keihan Main Line
Tōfukuji Station · 1.0 km
Nara Line, Keihan Main Line
Distances are in a straight line; walking routes are longer.
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Opening hours and fees change — check the official website before you go.

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問Questions visitors ask

What is Kyoto National Museum?

The Kyoto National Museum (京都国立博物館, Kyōto Kokuritsu Hakubutsukan) is one of the major art museums in Japan.

Where is Kyoto National Museum?

Kyoto National Museum is in Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto. The nearest station is Shichijō Station (about 486 m in a straight line).

When was Kyoto National Museum founded?

1897, according to Wikidata.

What are the opening hours of Kyoto National Museum?

Hours and fees change by season and for events. Please check the official website before you go: http://www.kyohaku.go.jp/

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