Osaka Ukiyoe Museum — Attraction in Osaka

This museum is an absolute MUST for travelers to Osaka.

The staff are all incredibly friendly and helpful, the Gallery is small but packs a punch! My wife and I went to the Royal Museum of Tokyo looking for the Great Wave, but it was on tour... come to find out this little hole in the wall place not only HAD one on display, but had other incredible artworks from thee most prominent artists of Ukiyoe! 100% worth a stop in, it was really impressive. Especially being right inside the main shopping strip in the Dontonbori area. (Easy in and easy out.)

After touring the gallery, one of the attendants was nice enough to chat with us about Ukiyoe, how to preserve the pieces we had bought earlier in our trip and other little tips as well. They DO speak English and the whole experience was really amazing.

DO NOTE: They do rotate the artworks, so while they might have the "Great Wave" on display, they might not have Hiroshige prints or other great works out at that time. Regardless, it's 100% worth the stop no matter what's...

This place is just perfect - exactly what I was looking for. The staff are exceptionally friendly and helpful. The Hokusai exhibit was wonderful, it was modest in size but included 27 of Hokusai’s famous 36 views of Mt Fuji, which was great to see. It was beautiful and the exhibit also introduced me to a number of artists I was not aware of (there are others besides Hokusai).

Importantly, they have an excellent selection of ukiyoe (Japanese woodblock) prints to buy, including multi-century-old original prints and newer prints made by modern carvers and printers. My favourite pieces were all there. They also have a fantastic selection of books and other items to buy. And they wrapped my prints in good sturdy cardboard to keep safe for the...

I love Japan not for its anime and otaku culture, but for its rich history and timeless traditions. One of my favorite aspects is the enchanting world of Ukiyo-e art. Nestled in the midst of Shinsaibashi's bustling shopping street, this hidden gem offers a tranquil escape into the elegance of Japanese art. While photography of the authentic prints is not allowed, the experience is enhanced by free use of their magnifying glasses for a closer look, allowing you to truly appreciate the intricate details of masterpieces by Hokusai and Hiroshige in the serene atmosphere of the gallery. Before you leave, be sure to visit the gift shop for a keepsake to remember your visit. I will definitely return on my next...