Kyoto Prefectural Library and Archives, Prefecture archive and library in Sakyo-ku, Japan.
The Kyoto Prefectural Library and Archives maintains a collection of 800,000 manuscripts and documents, along with 200,000 additional manuscripts from affiliated libraries.
Founded in 1963, the institution preserves important historical items including the Hyakugo documents from To-ji Temple, which holds National Treasure designation in Japan.
The library holds extensive collections of illustrated books, old manuscripts, administration documents, photographic materials, and modern literature related to Kyoto's development.
Located at 1-29 Shimogamo Hangi-cho, the facility operates Monday through Friday from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM and weekends from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
The first floor features a social lounge where mini lectures about local history and culture take place every Thursday afternoon for public engagement.
Location: Sakyō-ku
Inception: 1963
Official opening: November 15, 1963
Address: 1-29 Shimogamo Hankicho, Sakyo-ku, Kyoto 606-0823
Website: http://pref.kyoto.jp/shiryokan
GPS coordinates: 35.05056,135.76642
Latest update: May 17, 2025 10:26
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