Itsuo Art Museum

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Nomu: Tea, Sake and Smoking Vessels

128 works on three senses of "nomu": drinking tea, sipping sake and smoking, from tea bowls and sake flasks to pipes and tobacco trays.

Now showing19 Sept – 23 Nov¥700

Kobayashi Ichizo's Love of Art: Literary and Artistic Works in His Books

Marks 70 years since the death of Hankyu founder Kobayashi Ichizo, with literary and art works that appear in his writings.

Upcoming23 Jan 2027 – 28 Mar 2027

Visitor Information

How much does Itsuo Art Museum cost?

Standard adult admission to Itsuo Art Museum is ¥700. Students (high school and up) 500 yen; junior high and under free. Special exhibitions are priced per show.. Prices for special exhibitions and timed-entry slots may differ.

What are the opening hours of Itsuo Art Museum?

Itsuo Art Museum is open Open only during exhibitions, 10:00 to 17:00 (last admission 16:30). Closed Mondays (open the next weekday when Monday is a public holiday), New Year, and between exhibitions.. Holiday hours can vary, so check the museum's website before you go.

Where is Itsuo Art Museum?

Itsuo Art Museum is located at 12-27 Eizanhonmachi, Ikeda, Osaka 563-0058, Japan, in the Ikeda area of Osaka. The nearest station is Ikeda Station (Hankyu Takarazuka Line).

What can I see at Itsuo Art Museum?

Ikeda museum of Japanese and Chinese art from the collection of Hankyu founder Kobayashi Ichizo, shown in changing exhibitions. Current highlights include Kobayashi Ichizo's Love of Art: Literary and Artistic Works in His Books and Nomu: Tea, Sake and Smoking Vessels.

Do I need to book Itsuo Art Museum 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 Itsuo Art Museum?

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.

Is Itsuo Art Museum accessible?

Step-free galleries, ramped entrance, lift from the car park, accessible toilet, wheelchairs to borrow at reception. Guide and service dogs welcome.