Things to do in Kyoto, Kinki: The Best Museums

September 28, 2021 Terina Blouin

The shrines and temples of Kyoto offer a rare link between modern life in the city and its very ancient past. The Shimogamo Shrine dates to the 6th century and seems suspended in time, its serenity and spiritual power still palpable. Visit Fushimi Inari Shrine, then see the life-sized Thousand Armed Kannon statues of Sanjūsangen-dō. Enjoy traditional geisha performances, then savor a tranquil meal at a restaurant overlooking the Kamo River.
Restaurants in Kyoto

1. Miyako Ecology Center

13 Fukakusa Ikenouchicho, Fushimi-Ku, Kyoto 612-0031 Kyoto Prefecture +81 75-641-0911 http://www.miyako-eco.jp/
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4.5 based on 7 reviews

Miyako Ecology Center

2. Kyo no Inaka Timing Museum

3 Ogawa Koyama, Yamashina-Ku, Kyoto 607-8107 Kyoto Prefecture +81 75-581-2302
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50%
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4.5 based on 2 reviews

Kyo no Inaka Timing Museum

3. Gekkeikan Okura Sake Museum

247 Minamihama-Cho, Fushimi-Ku, Kyoto 612-8045 Kyoto Prefecture +81 75-623-2056 http://www.gekkeikan.co.jp/enjoy/museum/
Excellent
33%
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4.0 based on 322 reviews

Gekkeikan Okura Sake Museum

Reviewed By 260gillianc - Melbourne, Australia

This was a spontaneous addition to our itinerary whilst in Kyoto. My partner wanted to taste sake whilst travelling in Japan. This brewery, now museum was great value for money. We paid about 400 yen entry which includes the museum, tasting of two sake varieties and plum wine, as well as a little bottle of sake each as a souvenir. We were pleasantly surprised at how interesting the museum was, we learnt a lot and enjoyed our tasting, also purchasing a bottle of the plum wine which was delicious. The staff were friendly and welcoming. All explanations were in English too.

4. Kyoto Municipal Science Center For Youth

13 Fukakusaikenouchicho, Kyoto 612-0031 Kyoto Prefecture +81 75-642-1601 http://www.edu.city.kyoto.jp/science/
Excellent
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57%
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26%
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4.0 based on 23 reviews

Kyoto Municipal Science Center For Youth

5. Daigo-ji Temple Reihokan

22 Daigohigashiojicho, Fushimi-ku, Kyoto 601-1325 Kyoto Prefecture +81 75-571-0002
Excellent
33%
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4.0 based on 24 reviews

Daigo-ji Temple Reihokan

228 Shioyamachi, Fushimi-Ku, Kyoto 612-8046 Kyoto Prefecture +81 75-611-9919 http://kizakura.co.jp/restaurant/country/memorial/index.html
Excellent
10%
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47%
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4%
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3.5 based on 97 reviews

Kappa Gallery

1-4 Kawataokanonishi, Yamashina-ku, Kyoto 607-8323 Kyoto Prefecture +81 75-595-5450 [email protected] http://www.rakuchu-rakugai.jp
Gallery Rakuchu Rakugai

Rakuchu-Rakugai is a Kyoto ware gallery and retail shop. The concept of gallery is inspired by "Kyoto" city. All exhibited items are made by artists who had deep connection with Kyoto. We are keen to introduce our city culture to visitors. You can also purchase tableware, tea sets and interior items. On the second floor, national treasure Rakuchu-Rakugai Screen on ceramic panels are exhibited.

8. Sustaina Kyoto

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3.0 based on 1 reviews

9. Art Space Mujinraku

23-17 Momoyama Tsutsuiga Nishi-Machi Fushimi-Ku, Kyoto 612-0073 Kyoto Prefecture +81 75-605-6780

61-3 Nagitsuji Higashiuracho, Yamashina-Ku, Kyoto 607-8160 Kyoto Prefecture +81 75-501-7285

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