Kyoto : The National Museum of Modern Art, Kyoto 京都国立近代美術館

2nd June 2011. Written by Xin Li.
Kyoto, Japan.
Kyoto may be well-known for its numerous historical sites but that doesn’t mean the city is not without any interesting modern sites as the works of Tadao Ando in Kyoto has shown.

In fact, almost everyone enters ancient Kyoto via a contemporary gateway designed by Hiroshi Hara, the Kyoto Station.

When in Kyoto, make a point to visit the National Museum of Modern Art, Kyoto (MoMAK).

This contemporary looking building is designed by famed Japanese architect, Fumihiko Maki.

The verandah area has seats facing outwards to the gardens located next to the canal.

Relaxing on one of those seats and enjoying the view is a great pleasure. This design probably took its inspiration from Japanese gardens.

Part of the museum’s permanent collection includes works by early 20th century artists from Europe and Japan.

Works are limited.....

However, the museum is in possession of a portfolio of the famed photographer, Ansel Adams, a surprise find indeed.

Stunning Photographs.

Admission is not cheap if you wish to visit the temporary exhibition as well (about 1200-1300 Yen). The admission fee for the permanent collection is 420 Yen at the time of my visit.

A gift shop and cafe can be found in the museum as well.

The MOMAK is located near the Heian Jingu and is next to Kyoto Kaikan Bijutsukan-mae Bus Station (5,46,57,100). It is also a short walking distance from the Higashiyama Subway Station and from Higashiyama Nijo Station (200,202,203,206)

The National Museum of Modern Art, Kyoto
Okazaki Enshoji-cho
Sakyo-ku, Kyoto 606-8344
JAPAN