Hosomi Museum

The Hosomi Museum is an art institution in Kyoto housed in a contemporary building that displays traditional Japanese artworks across multiple galleries. Its exhibition spaces rotate to showcase paintings, ceramics, and decorative crafts spanning different historical periods.

The museum was created by the Hosomi family of collectors and later opened to visitors as a public institution. Its building was designed by a renowned architectural firm and has become part of Kyoto's art landscape since the late 1990s.

The museum reflects how visitors engage with traditional Japanese art forms through focused displays of paintings, ceramics, and decorative objects from different eras. Each exhibition invites people to experience the way these works have been valued across time.

The museum is centrally located and accessible by public transportation, making it convenient to reach. Visitors will find rotating exhibitions throughout the year, so checking ahead helps plan which shows might match your interests.

The building itself represents contemporary design by a notable architectural studio known for innovative work. This contrast between the modern structure and the traditional artworks inside creates an interesting visit experience.

Location: Sakyō-ku

Inception: 1994

Architects: Plantec

Official opening: March 22, 1998

Website: http://emuseum.or.jp

GPS coordinates: 35.01378,135.77962

Latest update: December 7, 2025 20:47