Gallery Takano — Attraction in Kyoto

One of the places I'll remember most on my recent trip to Kyoto. Despite the size, it's packed with art and the elderly couple that run the store were extremely kind and generous. They have work from a variety of Japanese artists and if you are interested in the ukiyo-e artist Kiyochika, they have a good selection of his ACTUAL woodblock prints. They also have some rare woodblock print "magazines/books" that are over 150 years old! Just off philosopher's path, and a stone's throw from Yojiya cafe...your afternoon...

Some places are magical, this is one of those places that somehow makes you feel at ease.

The art pieces were just amazing, the drawings and prints are organized beautifully in drawers and it's easy to find what you're looking for. The elderly lady who worked there is the most precious gem of the entire store, how can someone be so lovely?

This store was a happy memory from Tokyo not just a...

It's preposterous this place has no reviews, it's a treasure trove of magnificent pieces of japanese heritage. I'm talking about wood block prints (mokuhanga) and ukiyo-e, some are antiques, printed over 100 years ago from blocks dating back yet more decades, maybe even centuries in cases. Check it out, the elderly couple that own this gem are real enthusiasts, and...