Museums and Performing Arts in Kyoto

From manga and samurai to sake and kabuki, Kyoto's museums and theatres show living culture.

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Kyoto International Manga Museum

Dedicated to manga and anime culture, this museum presents exhibitions celebrating the history and art of Japanese comic storytelling.

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The Museum of Kyoto

Focused on the history of the city, this cultural museum showcases historical artefacts alongside a detailed model of ancient Kyoto.

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Samurai and Ninja Museum

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Gion Corner

This theatre showcases classical Japanese performing arts, offering demonstrations of Kyo-mai dance, gagaku court music, koto performances, ikebana, and the tea ceremony.

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Minami-za (kabuki Theater)

Known as the birthplace of kabuki, this historic theatre stages classical Japanese dance drama.

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Gekkeikan Okura Sake Museum

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Okochi Mountain Villa

This historic mountain villa once belonged to Denjirō Ōkōchi, a famous Japanese actor renowned for his roles in costume dramas.

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