Kyoto University Museum, Kyoto

Name: Kyoto University Museum
Address: Kyoto, Japan
Telephone: +81 75-753-3272

#71 among attractions in Kyoto

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The Kyoto University Museum opened in Kyōto, Japan, in 2001. It exhibits materials from the collection of some 2,600,000 objects built up by Kyoto University since its foundation as Kyoto Imperial University in 1897. Arranged in accordance with three main themes - natural, cultural, and technological history - the collection includes artefacts excavated from the Yamashina Nishinoyama Kofun that have been designated a National Treasure, several Important Cultural Properties, and materials from a number of excavations in China and Korea. The museum is part of the University Museum Association of Kyoto, a network of fourteen university museums in the city. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 35°1'38"N, 135°46'45"E

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+81 75-753-3272

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Kyoto University Museum – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Ginkaku-ji, Philosopher's Walk, Shimogamo Shrine, National Museum of Modern Art.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Kyoto University Museum?

Nearby attractions include Kyoto University, Kyoto (1 min walk), Yoshida Shrine, Kyoto (10 min walk), Kitamura Museum, Kyoto (14 min walk), Honzen-ji, Kyoto (17 min walk).

How to get to Kyoto University Museum by public transport?

The nearest stations to Kyoto University Museum:

Bus

Campus-kit (2 min walk)
Hyakumanben • Lines: 102, 17, 18, 201, 206, 3, 51, Mn17 (2 min walk)

Train

Demachiyanagi (11 min walk)
Mototanaka (14 min walk)

Metro

Imadegawa • Lines: K (29 min walk)
Kyoto Shiyakusho-mae • Lines: T (33 min walk)