Museum of East-Asian Art

The Museum of East-Asian Art is an art museum in Neustadt-Süd that focuses on works from China, Korea, and Japan. The collection includes Buddhist sculptures, paintings, ceramics, and other objects regularly rearranged for fresh viewing angles.

The institution was established in 1913 by Frieda and Adolf Fischer as Europe's first specialist museum of its kind. The original building was destroyed during World War II, and the museum reopened in 1977 in a new location.

The museum displays Chinese, Korean, and Japanese artworks that visitors can explore through rotating exhibitions. The collections offer insight into artistic traditions across different East Asian cultures.

The museum is located near tram lines 1 and 7 and is easily accessible by public transport. Visitors should allow sufficient time to browse through the exhibitions at a leisurely pace.

The building was designed by Japanese architect Kunio Maekawa and blends modern architecture with traditional Japanese design elements. A central courtyard forms the heart of the structure and draws visitors inward.

Location: Neustadt-Süd

Inception: 1977

Architects: Kunio Maekawa

Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible

Part of: list of museums in Cologne, Cultural heritage monuments in Köln-Neustadt-Süd

Opening Hours: Tuesday-Sunday,Holidays 11:00-17:00

Phone: +4922122128608

Website: http://museum-fuer-ostasiatische-kunst.de

GPS coordinates: 50.93520,6.92554

Latest update: December 11, 2025 11:06