Shosha Art and Craft Museum

The Shosha Art and Craft Museum is an art museum in Himeji that displays traditional Japanese crafts, paintings, prints, and regional artworks. The building features modern architecture and houses a varied collection of locally sourced objects across multiple galleries.

The museum opened in 1994 and was built on collections with deep roots in the local art tradition. Its establishment reflects the city's commitment to preserving craft traditions and making them accessible to a wider audience.

The museum displays traditional craft techniques from the region, such as papier-mâché work and hand-painted dolls that have been passed down through generations. These skills remain alive in the local community today.

The museum is open daily, and you should allow plenty of time for a complete visit, ideally several hours. The layout is well marked, and regular guided tours help visitors understand the artworks and techniques more fully.

Visitors can participate in hands-on workshops and try traditional techniques such as papier-mâché making or doll painting under the guidance of master craftspeople. These practical activities offer a direct way to understand skills that would otherwise remain distant.

Location: Himeji

Inception: 1994

Architects: Mayumi Miyawaki

Official opening: July 1, 1994

Opening Hours: Monday-Sunday 10:00-17:00

Phone: 0792670301

Website: https://city.himeji.lg.jp/kougei

GPS coordinates: 34.88071,134.66661

Latest update: December 14, 2025 09:46