Museum "EKi" KYOTO

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Kaj Franck: Timeless Finnish Design

Retrospective of Finnish designer Kaj Franck (1911–1989), maker of Kilta, Teema and Kartio: glass and ceramics from the Design Museum Helsinki, his ties to Japan and designers he influenced.

Now showing3 Nov – 20 Dec¥1,300

Cosmos of Rosanjin: In Search of Beauty that Pierces the Soul

Ceramics, calligraphy and paintings by Kyoto-born Kitaōji Rosanjin (1883–1959) from the Kasama Nichido Museum of Art, including the Kawashima Collection returned from San Diego.

Upcoming2 Jan 2027 – 25 Jan 2027¥1,200

Kyoto Nihonga Shin-ten 2027

The annual new-artist prize show for young Japanese-style (nihonga) painters, run by the Kyoto Shimbun and JR West, with new works by the nominated artists.

Upcoming29 Jan 2027 – 7 Feb 2027

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Visitor Information

How much does Museum "EKi" KYOTO cost?

Ticket prices for Museum "EKi" KYOTO change by season and by exhibition. Admission is set per exhibition (typically around 1,000-1,300 yen for adults, with cheaper advance tickets and reduced prices for students and children).. See the museum's website for the current rates and any concessions.

What are the opening hours of Museum "EKi" KYOTO?

Museum "EKi" KYOTO is open Daily 10:00-19:30 during exhibitions (last entry 30 min before closing). Closed between exhibitions while the next show is installed: 21 Dec 2026-1 Jan 2027 and 26-28 Jan 2027. Closes at 18:00 on 2-3 Jan 2027.. Holiday hours can vary, so check the museum's website before you go.

Where is Museum "EKi" KYOTO?

Museum "EKi" KYOTO is located at JR Kyoto Isetan 7F (adjacent), Karasuma-dori Shiokoji-sagaru, Higashi-Shiokoji-cho, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto 600-8555, Japan, in the Kyoto Station area of Kyoto. The nearest station is Kyoto Station (JR, Kintetsu, Subway Karasuma Line), directly connected.

What can I see at Museum "EKi" KYOTO?

A compact exhibition hall inside Kyoto Station's department store, with rotating shows from illustration to design and photography Current highlights include Kyoto Nihonga Shin-ten 2027, Cosmos of Rosanjin: In Search of Beauty that Pierces the Soul and Kaj Franck: Timeless Finnish Design.

Do I need to book Museum "EKi" KYOTO in advance?

Booking ahead is recommended, especially for weekends, school holidays, and special exhibitions. Tickets are normally on the museum's website, and a pre-booked timed slot helps you avoid queues at the entrance.

When is the best time to visit Museum "EKi" KYOTO?

Weekday mornings shortly after opening are typically the quietest, especially mid-week. Late afternoons can also be calmer. Weekends, school holidays, and the lunch rush are the busiest periods.