Kubosō Memorial Museum of Arts

The Kubosō Memorial Museum of Arts is an art museum in Izumi that holds around eleven thousand works, including two National Treasures and twenty-nine objects designated as Important Cultural Properties. The collection includes classical scrolls, Chinese ceramics, and other artworks of historical significance.

The museum opened in October 1982 after the Kubo family, owners of a cotton textile business, donated the land and buildings. The collection grew substantially through later acquisitions, including important donations of Chinese and Japanese artworks spanning different periods.

The collection reflects how Japanese patrons valued both local and imported art forms, particularly calligraphy scrolls and ceramic vessels. These selections show the aesthetic preferences that shaped artistic traditions across centuries.

The museum is located in Izumi and is typically open during morning and early evening hours, with last entry coming before closing time. Visitors should note that it closes on certain days of the week, so checking exact hours in advance is advisable.

A notable feature is the Kasen Uta-awase scroll, a work of extraordinary significance in Japanese art history. This object demonstrates the refined skill and appreciation for classical Japanese literature and visual expression that the collection preserves.

Location: Izumi

Inception: 1982

Architects: Takenaka Corporation

Official opening: October 1982

Address: 3 Chome-6-12 Uchidacho, Izumi, Osaka 594-1156

Phone: +81725540001

Website: https://ikm-art.jp

GPS coordinates: 34.44506,135.45334

Latest update: December 8, 2025 19:42