National Museum of Modern Art, Kyoto
Good to know
- Best time to go
- Year-round
- Budget
- $
- Accessibility
- wheelchair-accessible
- Coordinates
- Open in maps
The National Museum of Modern Art, Kyoto stands near the great torii of Heian Shrine in the city's museum quarter and focuses on modern and contemporary art with a strength in works from western Japan. Its collection is rich in Nihonga painting, ceramics, and crafts, reflecting Kyoto's tradition of artisanship, alongside prints, photography, and international pieces. It mounts changing exhibitions drawing on its holdings and loans. A cafe overlooking the cultural district makes it a natural stop in the area.
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