Kyoto National Museum

Higashiyama Ward, Ibaraki

4.3★★★★★★★★★★8.3K reviews

Long-running museum with Japanese sculptures, paintings, calligraphy & metalwork, plus a cafe.

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Address: 527 Chayachō, Higashiyama Ward, Kyoto, 605-0931, Japan

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★★★★★★★★★★Chuck Foy· 2 months ago
I stopped by Kyoto National Museum while visiting the nearby temples and shrines, and even though the buildings were closed for renovations, it was still worth a look. The gardens outside were a nice place to walk through and made the vi…
★★★★★★★★★★Paine Bell· 4 months ago
The museum is okay. It's a nice slow paced way to learn about some of the history. Tickets are 2000 yen on the door and you can use cards. You aren't allowed to talk above a whisper, and you can't take any photos inside. They also wouldn…
★★★★★★★★★★Paul Parent· 9 months ago
Kyoto National Museum is one of Japan’s most prestigious museums and a must-visit for anyone interested in Japanese art, history, and culture. The museum houses an exceptional collection of national treasures, including Buddhist sculptur…