Kahitsukan – Kyoto Museum of Contemporary Art — Attraction in Kyoto

Last week, we visited the Kahitsukan Museum and experienced both the Robert Doisneau and Rosanjin exhibitions—both were exceptional!

Stepping into this tranquil museum from the bustling Kyoto streets was a welcome respite.

The Doisneau exhibition truly transported us to the streets of Paris, capturing the essence of Parisian life with a wonderful selection of works and a thoughtful presentation.

On the fifth floor, a small but beautifully meaningful garden, centered around a captivating tree, provided a moment of profound reflection. I found myself lost in thought, thoroughly enjoying the serene atmosphere.

The Rosanjin collection was equally impressive, displaying unique pieces unlike anything I've ever seen. We were so glad we discovered this...

A wonderful small museum (5 rooms) in central Kyoto, worth visiting if you are interested in the artists’ work in the current exhibition. The English-language website is fairly minimal and I was pleasantly surprised to find an exhibit of a multi-talented Kyoto ceramicist in the lower level gallery, in addition to the modern painter featured on the posters, culture calendar listings and website. The top floor of the museum has an interior garden as well as a gallery space. Location: Shijo-dori, one block west of...

As a young person in I read so much about the Japanese craft movement; its ideology and objectives. I read about Hamada, Rosanjin, Yanagi and others. It was a tremendous experience that developed into a love of things handmade.

For me, rosanjin existed in books and journals but to be in the room that featured some of his collection of works and thoughts, albeit a modest one, was an experience that made my heart beat a little faster. A fulfilling experience!!

I wished I had stayed a little...