The 10 Best Art Museums in Kinki, Japan

August 24, 2021 Madelene Haan

The Kansai region (関西地方, Kansai-chihō) or the Kinki region (近畿地方, Kinki-chihō) lies in the southern-central region of Japan's main island Honshū. The region includes the prefectures of Mie, Nara, Wakayama, Kyoto, Osaka, Hyōgo and Shiga, sometimes Fukui, Tokushima and Tottori. While the use of the terms "Kansai" and "Kinki" have changed over history, in most modern contexts the use of the two terms is interchangeable. The urban region of Osaka, Kobe, and Kyoto (Keihanshin region) is the second-most populated in Japan after the Greater Tokyo Area.
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1. Awaji Oiso Artyama

2159 Kusumoto, Awaji 656-2301 Hyogo Prefecture +81 799-74-5565 [email protected] http://www.eonet.ne.jp/~artyama/
Excellent
80%
Good
20%
Satisfactory
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5.0 based on 10 reviews

Awaji Oiso Artyama

Cross the magnificent Akashi strait bridge to YUME BUTAI the Dream Stage.Past Westin Hotel,and the international Conference Hall,a footpath leads you to the museum,which was completed in 2005. This hand-craffted space embodies the passionate will of Oishi Kakuya and his wife,shoco,and was created with the support of menbers of TUKURUKAI and 200 volunteers. it features the artworks of Oishi and Shoco from paintings,sculptures and object d'art as well as the lovingly created footpath and entrance with their hand-laid stones. Step out of ordinary into a space out of time that lies cradled by the sea and forest.

2. Miho Museum

300 Shigarakicho Tashiro Momotani, Koka 529-1814 Shiga Prefecture +81 748-82-3411 [email protected] http://www.miho.or.jp/
Excellent
70%
Good
24%
Satisfactory
6%
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4.5 based on 340 reviews

Miho Museum

Reviewed By foodiekatkat - Hong Kong, China

Opened in 1997 amid the abundant natural beauty of the mountains of Shigaraki, Shiga prefecture. The museum was designed by architect I.M. Pei, who is renowned for works such as the glass pyramid at the Louvre in Paris. Is a truly amazing museum especially their collection, I do really like standing Buddha!!

3. Shokado Garden Art Museum

43 Yawata Ominaeshi, Yawata 614-8077 Kyoto Prefecture +81 75-981-0010 http://www.yawata-bunka.jp/syokado/index.htm
Excellent
39%
Good
52%
Satisfactory
9%
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4.5 based on 33 reviews

Shokado Garden Art Museum

4. Tessai Art Museum

1 Maitani, Takarazuka 665-0837 Hyogo Prefecture +81 797-84-9600
Excellent
33%
Good
67%
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4.5 based on 3 reviews

Tessai Art Museum

5. Sagawa Art Museum

2891 Kitagawa Mizuhocho, Moriyama 524-010 Shiga Prefecture +81 77-585-7800 http://www.sagawa-artmuseum.or.jp/
Excellent
45%
Good
40%
Satisfactory
12%
Poor
2%
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1%
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4.5 based on 164 reviews

Sagawa Art Museum

Reviewed By Cyber0515 - Tokyo, Japan

無機質ながらも整然とした神殿のような建物、水面に浮かぶ佐藤忠良氏の彫刻作品、陰影を巧みに利用した館内、単に美術品を展示する美術館ではなく、建物そのものが素晴らしい美術的センスに溢れている。特に晴れた日には水面に照り返された陽の光が天井や壁に映り、時間と共に変化する様子を楽しむことも出来る。 美術品の展示の仕方は極めてシンプルで、余計な説明も少なく、全て観覧者の想像を掻き立てるように展示されている。日本語だけでなく英語の説明文も併記されているため、海外観光客も充分に楽しむことが出来る。 基本的に車で来る場所であり、バスの本数は多くは無い。予め時刻表等を確認して利用することをお勧めする。 是非ともお勧めしたい、展示されている美術品だけでなく建物そのものが素晴らしい美術館である。 The museum itself is full of wonderful artistic sensibilities: the inorganic yet orderly temple-like building, the sculptures by Churyo Sato arranged as if floating on the water surface, and the interior of the museum with its skillful use of shadows. Especially on a sunny day, the sunlight shining on the surface of the water reflects on the ceiling and walls, and you can enjoy how it changes with time. The artworks are displayed in a very simple way, with few explanations, and all of them are designed to stimulate the visitors' imagination. The explanations are not only in Japanese but also in English, making it possible for overseas visitors to enjoy the exhibits. Basically, it is a place to come by car, and there are not many buses. So it is recommended to check the timetable beforehand. I highly recommend this art museum, not only for the artworks on display but also for enjoying the building itself.

6. Byodo-in Temple Museum Hoshokan

116 Ujirenge, Uji 611-0021 Kyoto Prefecture +81 774-21-2861 http://www.byodoin.or.jp/museum/
Excellent
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4.5 based on 230 reviews

Byodo-in Temple Museum Hoshokan

Reviewed By nobunaga2017 - London, United Kingdom

Contains a fasinating recreation of what the byodo-in looked like inside when built.There are also a collection of the smaller statues which were also in the byodo-in-if you are intrested in Japanese scupture they are a must see.

7. The Little Indigo Museum

41 Miyamachokita, Nantan 601-0712 Kyoto Prefecture +81 771-77-0746 http://shindo-shindigo.com/
Excellent
60%
Good
30%
Satisfactory
10%
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4.5 based on 10 reviews

The Little Indigo Museum

Located in Kayabuki no Sato, a hamlet of thatched houses

8. Koji Kinutani Tenku Art Museum

1-1-30 Oyodonaka, Kita-ku Umeda Sky Building Tower West 27F, Osaka 531-0076 Osaka Prefecture +81 6-6440-3760 [email protected] http://www.kinutani-tenku.jp/
Excellent
75%
Good
18%
Satisfactory
7%
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4.5 based on 28 reviews

Koji Kinutani Tenku Art Museum

Offering fantastic views from the 27th floor of the Umeda Sky Building, the state-of-the-art Koji Kinutani Tenku Art Museum has been eagerly anticipated by art lovers everywhere. With spectacular 3D visuals that jump out at the viewer and numerous fresco and mixed-media paintings and sculptures, the museum also boasts a playful workshop and atelier space, and also features a relaxing cafe.

9. Osaka City Art Museum

1-82 Chausuyamacho Tennojiku, Osaka 543-0063 Osaka Prefecture +81 6-6771-4874 http://www.osaka-art-museum.jp/
Excellent
21%
Good
48%
Satisfactory
25%
Poor
4%
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Overall Ratings

4.0 based on 151 reviews

Osaka City Art Museum

10. Asahi Beer Oyamazaki Villa Museum of Art

5-3 Zenihara, Oyamazaki, Oyamazaki-cho, Otokuni-gun 618-0071 Kyoto Prefecture +81 75-957-3123 http://www.asahibeer-oyamazaki.com/history/structure01.html
Excellent
42%
Good
44%
Satisfactory
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Poor
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4.0 based on 149 reviews

Asahi Beer Oyamazaki Villa Museum of Art

Reviewed By Lawrence-Angeline - Kuching, Malaysia

If you are in Kyoto or Osaka, make an effort to visit the Asahi Beer Oyamazaki Villa Museum of Art. It is very near to the Suntory Yamazaki Distillery. Do check out their website for more information on arrangements to go.

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