Heisei Chishinkan Wing (Kyoto National Museum)
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- Entry fees included
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Highlights
- Explore calligraphy, ceramics, textiles, and paintings, highlighting centuries of Japanese craftsmanship.
- The wing’s contemporary design complements the historical architecture of the main museum, creating a visually stunning experience.
- Set amidst Kyoto’s serene streets and gardens, the museum provides a calm, contemplative environment for art lovers.
- Modern lines, spacious galleries, and clean design make the museum appealing for photography (interiors limited for exhibits).
About this experience
What to expect
The Heisei Chishinkan Museum is a modern exhibition hall of the Kyoto National Museum, located in Higashiyama District, Kyoto. Founded in 1897, the Kyoto National Museum is one of Japan's most important museums, dedicated to preserving and showcasing the country's cultural heritage. Designed by renowned architect Yoshio Taniguchi and opened in 2014, the museum boasts a contemporary architecture that blends traditional and modern elements, showcasing a minimalist yet elegant design. Exhibitions encompass Japanese art and culture, including paintings, sculptures, crafts, and archaeological artifacts. Exhibits change regularly, showcasing Japan's rich cultural heritage from ancient times to the present day.
What's included
- Admission to Heisei Chishinkan Wing (Kyoto National Museum) Special Exhibition "Song and Yuan Buddhist Paintings: Buddhas who Crossed the Blue Sea"
- Consumption tax
Things to note
- Tickets cannot be resold, exchanged for cash, or refunded
- - Please follow the instructions of staff at the venue.
- *Some artworks will be rotated during the exhibition period.
- -This ticket is valid only on open days during the exhibition period, and is limited to one ticket per person.
- - Please refrain from talking on mobile phones, using fountain pens, felt-tip pens, ballpoint pens, or mechanical pencils, taking photographs, copying, or eating or drinking within the venue.
- - The exhibition period may be subject to change due to various circumstances
- First Exhibition: Saturday, September 20, 2025 - Sunday, October 19, 2025
- - The Masterpiece Gallery (permanent exhibition) is not open.
- Please note that resold tickets will be invalid and you may be denied entry
- -This ticket cannot be canceled, refunded, exchanged, or reissued.
- Second Exhibition: Tuesday, October 21, 2025 - Sunday, November 16, 2025
- They also cannot be used in conjunction with other service vouchers.
- -Junior high school students and younger, and those with a disability certificate or similar and one caregiver are admitted free of charge (proof required).
- -Campus Members (including faculty and staff) receive a 500 yen discount on various same-day tickets
- Please present your student or faculty/staff ID card at the South Gate ticket counter during the exhibition period (tickets are sold on the day only and cannot be used in conjunction with other discounts).
- Please check the Kyoto National Museum website or official exhibition website for the latest information before visiting.
- - Please do not touch the exhibited works or display cases.
- This ticket does not shorten your wait time.
- -University and high school students must present their student ID upon entry.
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