Kyoto The National Museum of Modern Art Tickets

Wander the corridors of the Kyoto National Museum of Modern Art and explore the galleries filled with works by some of Japan's most renowned artists, including Murakami Kagaku, Koide Narashige, Yasui Sotaro and Murayama Tomoyoshi, among many others.

Through the many exhibitions housed in the museum's permanent collection, you can deepen your knowledge of Japanese culture through its art and marvel at the creations of Eastern artists, so different from what Western audiences are used to.

However, you can also marvel at the works of famous European artists such as Picasso, Matisse and Mondrian, discovering some of the lesser-known creations of these geniuses.

The Kyoto Museum of Modern Art, also known as MoMAK, was founded in 1963 and has a collection of over 12,000 works of modern and contemporary art, mainly by Japanese artists. MoMAK's collection includes a wide variety of artworks, such as paintings, sculptures, photographs, digital art, installations and textile art.

The museum also has an art library and a gift shop . In addition, the museum building itself is a popular tourist attraction due to its modern architecture and location in the centre of Kyoto.

While admiring the museum's artworks, you can take a break in its quiet garden café, ideal for relaxing and reflecting on what you've seen. In addition to a selection of drinks, the café also offers a wide variety of light meals and desserts for you to enjoy.

A must-visit for those who love Japanese culture, as well as those who want to admire and deepen their knowledge of Japanese art.