Santō Murakami Memorial Museum of Calligraphy

The Santō Murakami Memorial Museum of Calligraphy is an art museum in Imabari dedicated to calligraphy and the work of a major artist. The exhibition displays around 900 works by the namesake and thousands of pieces by other calligraphers across multiple rooms.

The museum was founded in 1982 as a local history and folklore museum with a broader cultural focus. It later shifted its focus to calligraphy and became dedicated to preserving the legacy of a major calligrapher.

The collection shows different styles of Japanese calligraphy, where works stand out through expressive brushwork and artistic diversity. Visitors can experience the various techniques directly in the exhibition rooms and understand how calligraphers worked with ink and paper.

The museum is located on Omishima Island and is accessible during regular opening hours. Plan time to explore the multiple exhibition rooms and familiarize yourself with the various techniques on display.

The museum is connected to an adjacent cultural center that houses a large performance hall. This connection allows the site to function not just as an exhibition space but also as a venue for live cultural performances.

Location: Imabari

Inception: 1982

Official opening: April 1982

Address: 〒794-1402 今治市上浦町井口7505

Website: https://city.imabari.ehime.jp/museum/santou

GPS coordinates: 34.25564,133.05359

Latest update: December 14, 2025 11:41