Things to Do - Gion, Higashiyama, Yamashina - Museums

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Japan Kanji Museum & Library

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A kanji-lovers museum for learning and fun.

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Kyoto Ceramic Center

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A facility where you can experience the charm of Kyoto's traditional crafts, particularly "Kyo-yaki" and "Kiyomizu-yaki" pottery.

Kahitsukan · Kyoto Museum of Contemporary Art

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Kahitsukan · Kyoto Museum of Contemporary Art

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In the heart of Kyoto, savor the art of modern and contemporary Japan.

Introductory performance of Japanese traditional culture (Gion Corner)

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Introductory performance of Japanese traditional culture (Gion Corner)

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Experience Japan's world-class traditional culture in a casual way.

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Minamiza Theatre

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A traditional theater with more than 400 years of history.

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Kyoto National Museum

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Preserving the legacy of Kyoto’s cultural assets for the benefit of future generations.

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Exclusive Kabuki Viewing at the Kyoto Minamiza Theatre

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Exclusive Kabuki Viewing at the Kyoto Minamiza Theatre

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Kabuki, a classical performing art inheriting 400 years of tradition.

Things to Do Gion, Higashiyama, Yamashina Museums

Japan Kanji Museum & Library

Kyoto Ceramic Center

Kahitsukan · Kyoto Museum of Contemporary Art

Introductory performance of Japanese traditional culture (Gion Corner)

Minamiza Theatre

Guide to Discovering Kabuki and Enjoying Its Performance: Experience Japan’s Traditional Performing Art

Kyoto National Museum

[Kyoto National Museum Highlights Guide] Don’t Miss Kyoto-Connected Cultural Treasures and Beautiful Architecture!

Exclusive Kabuki Viewing at the Kyoto Minamiza Theatre

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Gion, Higashiyama, Yamashina Museums