The Hosomi Museum
The Hosomi Museum, based on the Hosomi
Art Foundation, was granted permission fromthe Japanese Ministry of Culture in 1994 tooperate as a private museum. It opened on
March 22nd, 1998. The museum is locatednear Okazaki Park in the center of Kyoto,and is surrounded by numerous culturalinstitutions, including the Heian Shrine,
The Hosomi Collection was began by theShowa‑period industrialist, HOSOMI Ryo(1901‑1979), who was given the posthomonous
name, Koko‑an by the chief priest of Tenryu‑jitemple. With his discerning eye and independentsense for art, Ryo Hosomi amassed a collectionof over 1000 works of Japanese art, 30 ofwhich are registered Important CulturalProperties.
Covering all major genres and historical periods,
the Hosomi Collection is highly valued both
inside and outside of Japan.

Fugen Bosastu,
Late Heian period

The Hosomi Museum is centered around theHosomi Collection and holds a wide range ofexhibitions throughout the year. While some
visitors may feel traditional Japanese art
exhibitions are sometimes inaccessible, theHosomi Museum strives to show Japanese
art in an innovative and contemporary manner,
bridging traditional aesthetics and modern
design. It is hoped visitors will see traditional
Japanese art in a new light.
Ito Jakuchu,
Snake‑gourds and Insects"
Mid‑Edo period

Hosomi Museum Facility Guide
NOTES：‑ If Monday is a national holiday, allfacilities will be open and closed thefollowing day‑ The museum may be closed irregularly
for exhibition set up.
tel.075‑752‑5555 (Japanese only)
For inquiries in English, please contact via
the museum by e‑mail at
hosomi@emuseum.or.jp
or by fax at 075‑752‑5955
www.emuseum.or.jp

The Hosomi Museum
Designed by Oe Tadasu,the Hosomi Museum was awarded
the 40th Architecture Association prize.
The museum holds seasonal exhibitions centered around the Hosomicollection.
Open 10am‑6pm , closed Mondays

KOKO‑AN TEA ROOM
Designed by NAKAMURA Soji in traditional Sukiya style,Koko‑an is open daily for tea and sweets.
More formal Tea events and ceremonies are planned all year round,along with private reservations.
Tea with Japanese sweets: 1000 yen
Open 11am‑5pm , closed Mondays

CAFE CUBE
Mixing Japanese style with comptemporary design, CafeCube islocated in the atriumsquare. Cafe bridal and private parties.
Open 11am‑6pm, closed Mondays

ARTCUBE SHOPArt Cube Shop carries original museum goods, as well asJapanese‑style items, accessories, and art books related to themuseum.
Open 10am‑6pm, closed Mondays

NOTES :
Koko‑an tea room and Cafprivate functions.
Koko‑an tea room and Cafmuseum admission.

Hosomi Museum Floor GuidePlease try to keep noise to a minimum while in the exhibit rooms

Elevator Use

Kokoan Tea RoomFor visitors with difficulty using thestairs, please ask for assistance at theticket counter and a staff member willescort you to the elevator.

Exhibition Room 1 /Ticket Window

B2F Floor Plan

For visitors with small children

Artcube Shop

Exhibition Room 2

Exhibit Room 3

Washrooms

Please observe the following toavoid accidents:

Exhibition Room 3

Always hold the child’shand when on thestairs/bridge
Please refrain from playing
on the handrails
Please refrain from runningin the exhibition rooms. Be
considerate to others.

While in theexhibition rooms:
No Photography

Artcube Shop