Kyoto HBS Museum

Kyoto HBS Museum is an art museum in Kamigyō-ku that displays Buddhist artworks and religious artifacts in a modern setting. The collection is located in the cultural district of northern Kyoto and features exhibitions about Buddhist philosophy and its practical applications.

The museum opened in July 2012 and continues a long Buddhist educational tradition that traces back to temple schools of the Edo period. This continuous line shows how Buddhist teachings have been passed down through generations.

The museum hosts monthly art markets on the 25th, where local artisans display and sell handmade crafts reflecting Japanese artistic traditions. These gatherings show how Buddhist-inspired creativity remains part of everyday life in this part of Kyoto.

The museum is located near Randen Kitano-hakubaicho Station and offers free admission to all visitors. It sits in the heart of the cultural district and is easily accessible by public transportation.

The museum offers workshop programs called Terakoya Scholar that translate old temple learning methods into a contemporary setting. These programs allow visitors to experience Buddhist study methods firsthand, as students once did in historical times.

Location: Kamigyō-ku

Official opening: July 6, 2012

Website: http://hbsmuseum.jp

GPS coordinates: 35.02714,135.73541

Latest update: December 14, 2025 11:40