Sen-oku Hakuko Kan

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Bronze Gallery: Feature Exhibition "The World of Bronze Inscriptions"

Shang and Zhou bronzes cast with ancient Chinese inscriptions (jinwen), the earliest forms of today's characters, read as calligraphy and as historical record.

Now showing5 Sept – 20 Dec¥1,200

100th Anniversary of the Passing of SUMITOMO Shunsui: Fortunate Encounters of The Sumitomo Modern Art Collection

Modern Japanese-style and Western-style paintings and crafts collected by Sumitomo Shunsui, traced chronologically through his friendships with the artists of his day.

Now showing31 Oct – 20 Dec¥1,200

Permanent Collections

Bronze Gallery: Ancient Chinese Bronzes

Four spiralling galleries of the Sumitomo Collection's Shang and Zhou bronzes: masterpieces, vessel types and uses, animal motifs, and bronze culture's spread east.

Permanent collection¥1,200

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Kyoto City KYOCERA Museum of Art

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The National Museum of Modern Art, Kyoto (MoMAK)

Design14 min walk

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Kyoto Museum of Crafts and Design

Design15 min walk

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Hosomi Museum

Design15 min walk

Visitor Information

How much does Sen-oku Hakuko Kan cost?

Standard adult admission to Sen-oku Hakuko Kan is ¥1,200. Special exhibitions 1,200 yen (students 800 yen), including the Bronze Gallery; other exhibitions 1,000 yen (students 600 yen); Bronze Gallery-only periods 600 yen. Under-18s free; visitors with a disability ID plus one companion free; group discount for 20+. Tickets sold at the museum or online (not timed).. Prices for special exhibitions and timed-entry slots may differ.

What are the opening hours of Sen-oku Hakuko Kan?

Sen-oku Hakuko Kan is open 10:00-17:00 (last entry 16:30), open only during exhibitions. Closed Mondays; when Monday is a national holiday it opens and closes the following weekday (autumn 2026: open 21 Sep, 12 Oct, 23 Nov; closed 24 Sep, 13 Oct, 24 Nov). Closed between exhibition seasons, including the summer and winter breaks; the 2026 programme ends 20 Dec. 20-30 Oct 2026 the Bronze Gallery only is open.. Holiday hours can vary, so check the museum's website before you go.

Where is Sen-oku Hakuko Kan?

Sen-oku Hakuko Kan is located at 24 Shimomiyanomae-cho, Shishigatani, Sakyo-ku, Kyoto 606-8431, Japan, in the Shishigatani area of Kyoto. The nearest stations are Higashitenno-cho bus stop (City Bus 5, 93, 203, 204), 200 m walk, Miyanomae-cho bus stop (City Bus 32; 105 on weekends and holidays) and Keage Station (Tozai Subway Line), about 20 min walk.

What can I see at Sen-oku Hakuko Kan?

The Sumitomo family's world-class ancient Chinese bronzes, shown in a spiralling 1970 gallery at the foot of the Higashiyama hills Current highlights include Bronze Gallery: Feature Exhibition "The World of Bronze Inscriptions", Bronze Gallery: Ancient Chinese Bronzes and 100th Anniversary of the Passing of SUMITOMO Shunsui: Fortunate Encounters of The Sumitomo Modern Art Collection.

Do I need to book Sen-oku Hakuko Kan 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 Sen-oku Hakuko Kan?

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.