Janel Posted November 4, 2008 Report Share Posted November 4, 2008 Kyoto Seishu Netsukekan This is the only museum in Japan dedicated to netsuke. They are displayed in a late 18th century Samurai residence in downtown Kyoto. The museum contains 1,800 works from the collection of KINOSHITA Muneaki. Approximately 800 works are on display, four times a year, for two weeks to one month of time. In my opinion, this is the place to see netsuke if you are planning a trip to Japan. Please check the web site and plan your journey around these dates. We spent several hours there, slowly viewing and returning to view again each of these small wonders! The Samurai residence, its Japanese garden, and quiet ambiance with tatami mats and stocking footed guests, all provide a contemplative atmosphere for viewing and considering the netsuke on display. This day was a pinnacle event for me. Janel Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Doug Sanders Posted November 5, 2008 Report Share Posted November 5, 2008 Wonderful that you could coordinate your trip to their limited opening schedule. It wasn't open in June when I was there, so I have to settle for the website Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nelson Lepine Posted March 18, 2009 Report Share Posted March 18, 2009 Wow! The mecca of netsuke- thanks for the wonderful link and info! What a beautiful place! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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