Kyoto University Museum

The Kyoto University Museum houses extensive collections of natural history specimens, cultural artifacts, and technological models within its modern facilities on the Yoshida Campus.

Established in 1997 and opened to the public in 2001, the museum consolidates century-old academic specimens and educational materials from various university departments.

The museum exhibits include significant artifacts such as National Treasures, important cultural properties, and international type specimens spanning cultural, natural, and technological history.

Located near the Hyakumanben intersection, the museum opens Wednesday through Sunday from 9:30 to 16:30, with admission fees of 400 yen for adults and 300 yen for university students.

The museum conducts regular 3D technology demonstrations, astronomy talks with local star-gazing networks, and children's programs led by graduate students throughout the year.

Location: Sakyō-ku

Inception: April 1, 1997

Architects: Kiyoshi Kawasaki, Junzō Munemoto

Official opening: June 1, 2001

Address: 京都府京都市左京区吉田本町

Website: http://museum.kyoto-u.ac.jp

GPS coordinates: 35.02742,135.77931

Latest update: March 3, 2025 09:25