Museum “Eki” Kyoto - Past Events
Below is a list of all past events for Museum “Eki” Kyoto. Current and upcoming events, as well as other details, are available on the venue's page.
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Mika Ninagawa “Kyoto Dreams of Kagai”
Contemporary Japanese photographer Mika Ninagawa continues to draw attention both domestically and abroad with her spirited photographs. Presented here is the traditional beauty and style of Kyoto’s geisha...More »
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Michiko Kobayashi “Images of Fungi - Let’s Encounter Mushrooms!”
Introducing Michiko Kobayashi’s world of fungi paintings, with approximately 150 beautiful works featuring mushrooms in nature, some of which have been donated to the the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew, in...More »
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Paddington 60th Anniversary Exhibition
On the 60th Anniversary of the birth of “A Bear Called Paddington,” and in memory of writer Michael Bond who died last year aged 91, this exhibition brings together original sketches from Peggy Fortnum...More »
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Kimono Beauty
Showing Nihonga paintings of beautiful Japanese women clad in kimono, by Shoen Uemura, Keigetsu Kikuchi, Insho Domoto, and Fuku Akino. [Related Events] Gallery Talks - Japanese only. Date: Jan.6...More »
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Glass Mask
Take a look back on the famous scenes of Suzue Michi’s manga series “Glass Mask” first run in 1976 with some 300 works including valuable original illustrations. [Event] Signings by Suzue Miuchi Date:...More »
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Tatsuaki Kuroda “Treasure of Kyoto”
Lacquer artist Tatsuaki Kuroda (1904-1982) was born in Kyoto, Gion, and became the first holder of an important intangible cultural property (living national treasure) in woodwork art in 1970. Exhibited...More »
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Eric Carle Exhibition
50 years have passed since the birth of “The Very Hungry Caterpillar”. This exhibition celebrates the art of illustrator and writer of children’s books, Eric Carle (b.1929) from the United States.More »
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Goldman Collection “This is Kyosai ! Celebrated Japanese artist”
Kyosai Kawanabe (from 1831 to 1889) is an illustrator who lived in times of turbulence from the late Tokugawa to the Meiji period. After having become a disciple of of ukiyoe artist Kuniyoshi Utagawa at...More »
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Agnés B. “Amour, Amours… From my Photography Collection”
World-famous fashion stylist and entrepreneur Agnès Troublé - better known as agnès b. - is also a major patron of contemporary art. Agnès b. has been owner of the galerie du jour in Paris since 1983,...More »
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Asami Kiyokawa Exhibition
Asami Kiyokawa creates original worlds in her embroidered works incorporating portrait photography, copies of her favorite books, and other unique items. In late 2016 she directed the title footage and...More »
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Masaomi Raku Exhibition
This exhibition presents the unique sculptural forms of Masaomi Raku, the second eldest son of Raku Kichizaemon who is the current 15th generation head of the Raku family. With a tradition that dates back...More »
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Machiko Miroco Exhibition
Up-and-coming picture book illustrator Machiko Miroco presents a solo show of vivid prints and paintings that embody her rare sense of color and unique style of expression. The energy of her expressions...More »
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Marie Laurencin Exhibition
Marie Laurencin (1883-1956) was a painter of 20th century Paris whose depictions of young women in pastel colors have enchanted many. She is also known for her stormy life, her passionate affair and break...More »
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Kanjiro Kawai Exhibition
Known as a master of the “Mingei” movement, Kanjiro Kawai (1890-1966), born in Yasugi City in Shimane Prefecture, devoted his life as a craftsman, always driving towards new expressions of material and...More »
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When World Great Masters were Children
Presenting the great masters of the world of art: Monet, Munch, Lautrec, Picasso, Ryusei Kishida, Shinsui Ito, Kayo Yamaguchi, Kiyoshi Yamashita, and Ikuo Hirayama. With their superior techniques and various...More »
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Mizumaru Anzai Exhibition
Since the 1970s, Mizumaru Anzai was an illustrator active in his field, known for works that overflowed with humor. This exhibition traces Anzai’s career and in addition, introduces the work of Kozaburo...More »
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Jockey Yutaka Take 30th Anniversary Exhibition
Jockey Yutaka Take began racing horses 30 years ago. This exhibition presents photographs of his important international races and private life, trophies, rider’s uniforms, harnesses, and footage of thrilling...More »
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Ihei Kimura “Afterimage of Paris 1950s”
This exhibition is of the photographs taken by Ihei Kimura during his two highly productive trip to Paris in 1954. In addition to monochrome film he also employed color, which at the time was rare outside...More »
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Hiroshige Utagawa’s Travels
Utagawa Hiroshige’s reputation as a landscape print artist was sealed with “The Fifty-Three Stations of the Tokaido” series of ukiyo-e woodcut prints that was published by Hoeido in 1833. The Tokaido was...More »
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Satsuma Ware - From Kiyomizu Sannenzaka Museum Collection
From the collection at Kiyomizu Sannenzaka Museum, Satsuma Ware artworks primarily from the Meiji period are on display.More »
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Scandinavian Paper Cuttings by Agneta Flock
The Swedish paper-cutting artist Agneta Flock is said to have “magic hands” that create scenes evoking the spirituality of Scandinavian nature and folklore. After working in textiles, she went on to build...More »
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The Path of Rimpa – Works by Sekka Kamisaka and Taro Yamamoto
Sekka Kamisaka (1866–1942) continued the traditions of the Rimpa school of art and contributed to a Rimpa revival in Kyoto. Later, Taro Yamamoto (1919–1994) carried on the vision and designs of earlier...More »
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Utrillo and Valadon – A Tale of Mother and Child
This exhibition marking the 150th anniversary of the birth of artist Suzanne Valadon (1883–1955) presents her works and the lyrical Parisian landscape paintings of her son, Maurice Utrillo (1883-1955). [Related...More »
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Picture Book Artists of the World IV: Art x Picture Books
Picture books are not just for children. This exhibition introduces around 200 illustrations from famous and award-winning picture book artists including Komako Sakai, Shinta Cho, and Maurice Sendak. More »
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Super-Strange Obake Ukiyoe
Japan found itself swept up in a boom of the occult at the end of the Edo period. Night after night, people got together for the practice of telling “100 Ghost Stories,” with interest in spirits, ghouls,...More »
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The Masterpieces of Mt. Fuji
Mt. Fuji, the highest mountain in Japan, has been expressed on various paintings and poems with its magnificent and beautiful images. It could be said that this mountain has been respected as a symbol...More »
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Celebrating 110 Years - The World of Ayako Miyawaki and the Appliqué Art of Painting by Cloth
Ayako Miyawaki is a unique artist who employed appliqué techniques to create poetic works of art modeled on familiar objects such as fish, vegetables and plants. After the War, she “wanted to use her time...More »
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Winnie the Pooh Exhibition
An exhibition on the story that unfolds in The Hundred Acre Wood, which Winnie the Pooh and his friends, the young boy Christopher Robin, Piglet and Tigger, inhabit.More »
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Spring Has Come! Paper Cuttings by Mitsuhiko Imamori
Presenting some 200 cut-paper works by the nature photographer Mitsuhiko Imamori. More »
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Kaii Higashiyama “My Dear Collection Exhibition - The Art of Treasured Painters that Cleared the Way for Higashiyama’s Art”
The collection of artwork that inspired Japanese painter Kaii Higashiyama is displayed in this exhibition that also includes sketches and drawings that show the development of Higashiyama’s own work. [Related...More »
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Mitsuaki Iwago “Cats + Lions”
150 photographs by Mitsuaki Iwago that capture comparisons between the tame cat and the wild lion.More »
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New Exhibition of Kyoto Nihonga Continued
This exhibition hopes to contribute to Kyoto’s cultural development by promoting the activities of creative young talents practicing Nihonga. It presents the works of 38 painters based mainly in Kyoto,...More »
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Sachio Yoshioka Exhibitiona
An exhibition introducing Sachio Yoshioka’s dyeing works on various materials such as Japanese washi paper. [Related Events] Gallery Talk by Sachio Yoshioka Date: Jan.2 (Fri), 3 (Sat), 4 (Sun),...More »
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René Lalique “The Beauty of Scent and Appearance”
An exhibition of Rene Lalique’s infamous glassworks - perfume bottles, jewelry and accessories, and perfume lamps, from the collection of the Kitazawa Museum of Art in Nagano.More »
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The World of Ukiyo-e Master Kuniyoshi Utagawa
An exhibition by one of the last great masters of the Japanese ukiyo-e style of woodblock prints and painting at the end of the Edo period, Kuniyoshi Utagawa. 155 pieces are on show. [Related Event] Gallery...More »
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Monaco Royal Wedding Exhibition
The Principality of Monaco is a sovereign city-state, located on the French Riviera in Western Europe. The second smallest country in the world, Monaco’s sophistication and beautiful scenery has earned...More »
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Kaiyodo Figurine World 50th Anniversary Exhibition
Kaiyodo started out as a small figurine and model kit shop in Osaka in 1964. This exhibit introduces the history of Kaiyodo’s models with merchandise dating from its founding through its present, plus...More »
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The Road to Barbizon - Corot, Millet, Courbet
An exhibition of 60 works from the Yamadera Goto Museum of Art in Yamagata City follows the modal transitions that occurred in European paintings from the 16th century Baroque to 19th century portraiture,...More »
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Seizo Watase 40th Anniversary Exhibition
The Kobe-born manga artist and illustrator Seizo Watase, winner of the 1974 Shogakukan Big Comic Prize, released his first serial work “Otoko no Uta” (Men’s Songs) in the comic magazine “Shukkan Manga...More »
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Thanks for Coming: The World of Yoshifumi Hasegawa’s Picture Books
Popular with children and adults alike, the Osaka-based graphic designer and illustrator Yoshifumi Hasegawa made his debut as a picture book artist in 2001 with “Ojiichan no Ojiichan no Ojiichan no Ojiichan”...More »
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Cherry Blossoms in Nihonga Painting— From Taikan Yokoyama to Chinami Nakajima
An exhibition of around 55 works featuring cherry blossoms by some 40 Nihonga painters including Taikan Yokoyama, Gyokudo Kawai, and Shunso Hishida. Loved by Japanese people since ancient times, cherry...More »
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Doll Creators in Japan
Before the dawn of modern civilization, dolls were created as idols in the image of humans. As symbols of strengthened human ties, they represented a reverence for nature and respect for the dead, or took...More »
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Naoko Shimoda Handicraft Exhibition— The Fun of Making Things By Hand
Knitting designer Naoko Shimoda became a sensation in the handicraft world in the 1980s with her “Hitotsume Kozo” and “Ficce Uomo” series of hand-knit works. She later traveled to New York, where she pursued...More »
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New Exhibition of Kyoto Nihonga
This exhibition hopes to contribute to Kyoto’s cultural development by promoting the activities of creative young talents practicing Nihonga. It presents the works of 39 painters based mainly in Kyoto,...More »
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“400 Years of ‘Kama’ Kettle Makers - The World of Onishi Tea Kettles”
The ‘Kama’ kettle maker has played an essential role in the history of the tea ceremony and for over 400 years the Onishi family have continued this important art from their base in Sanjo Kamanza, Kyoto....More »
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Květa Pacovská and Czech Picture Books
Introducing the works of the innovate Czech picture book artist Květa Pacovská, who has said “picture books are a child’s first art museum.” On display are original illustrations and paper sculptures for...More »
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100 Year Anniversary Exhibition: Tsuguharu Fujita 1913-1931
Exhibition of works by Tsuguharu Fujita AKA Léonard Tsugouharu Foujita (1886-1968), the Tokyo-born painter and darling of the Ecole de Paris who found fame for his unique style which combined both Japanese...More »
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Paramita Museum Collection:The Work of Shiko Munakata
Exhibition of works by eminent woodblock print artist Shiko Munakata (1903-1975). Born in Aomori, Munakata moved to Tokyo to pursue a career in painting. He took frequent visits to Kyoto, where he befriended...More »
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The Summer in Ukiyo-e: Enjoying the Evening Breeze and Fireworks
120 works of Ukiyo-e woodblock prints from great Edo period artists, Hiroshige, Kunisada and Kuniyoshi, depicting summer pastimes during the days when somehow urbanites got by without air-con. More »
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Thomas the Tank Engine and Friends Picture Book Exhibition
Reverend Wilbert Awdry created the beloved “Thomas the Tank Engine” story to read to his sick son. Since the publication of the picture book in England in 1945, “Thomas” remains popular in countries across...More »
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The Leather Art Works of Hideo Motoike - Dolls, Animals and Contemporary Art
This exhibition introduces the works of leather artist, Hideo Motoike, who was inspired to become a doll maker following an encounter at a antique shop in Rome as a university student. While Motoike’s...More »
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“Kato Masao’s Illustration Works” Exhibition
Enter the dream world of Kato Masao. Inspired by the “Modern Girl,” an overwhelmingly popular movement during the Taisho Period, Kato depicts subjects such as beautiful women, fairies and flowers in delicate...More »
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"Spirit of Handwork: Quilt" Exhibition
The exhibition features quilt works from both the east and west by eight Japanese quilt artists. Gallery Talk: 11:00- June 28th (Sat) and 30th (Mon) Shizuko Kuroha July 2nd (Wed) and 8th (Tue) Emiko...More »
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Albert Anker "The Warmth of My Village in Switzerland"
Albert Anker (1831-1910) was born in Ins (or Anet in French), in the canton of Bern, and it was there that he grew up on the border between two cultures; one French-speaking, the other Germanic. In 1864...More »
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Noritake Kinashi "The World of Color"
This is Noritake Kinashi's new challenge. The works were created with the influence of many artists, with lively colors and curves. Satirizing the society with a good sense of humor and a positive vigor,...More »
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"Yuki Pallis Collection: European Handmade Antiques" Exhibition
The exhibition features European antique crafts from 17th - 20th century. These works are part of the Yuki Pallis collection, and include rare items such as a baptism costume from during the French Revolution...More »
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"Hiroshima Museum Collection, Masterpieces of French Modern Paintings" Exhibition
In 1978, the Hiroshima Museum of Art was founded with the purpose of "sharing art and peace." The exhibition features French modern paintings from the museum's collection. Sixty-six masterpieces by thirty-seven...More »
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Rune Naito "Forever Romantic!"
Rune Naito presented a completely new style of illustration with highly stylized girls and vivid colors. He contributed to the discovery and definition of "Kawaii (cute)" culture. This exhibition features...More »
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Kiyokata Kaburaki's Art Exhibition
Kiyokata Kaburaki was one of the masters of Japanese modern painting. He not only contributed to the development of Japanese modern art, but also played an important role in Japanese art culture through...More »
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Ken Kuroi "Heartwarming World of Picture Books for Christmas"
Ken Kuroi is a leading figure of Japanese illustrated books and has published many books that have soft colors, an airy atmosphere, long horizons and clear skies. This exhibition traces his career and...More »
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Yoshikazu Yasuhiko "It All Started With Moble Suit Gundam"
Japanese cartoons have received excellent recognition worldwide. Amongst the plethora of cartoonists, Yoshikazu Yasuhiko had a significant role in its development since the late 70's. This exhibition...More »
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Chihiro Iwasaki Exhibition
Chihiro Iwasaki was a painter who wished peace and happiness for all children. Her children in paintings are wrapped with maternal love and are represented with liveliness. This exhibition features about...More »
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"Picasso: Like a Child's Curiosity" Exhibition
Pablo Picasso is one of the largest influences in 20th century art; his achievements have attracted art fans all over the world, and are valued highly among them. Since his childhood, Picasso was called...More »
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The Doraemon Exhibition: His Charm, His Magic
Doraemon is a cat-shaped robot that came from the future. The "Doraemon" series that depict the life of Doraemon with Nobita and his family and friends, has become a hit series among the Japanese population...More »
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Kazuyoshi Miyoshi "Hawaiian Spirits; Photographs from Paradise"
Kazuyoshi Miyoshi has taken photographs in the southern islands, at cultural heritage sites around the world, and in Japanese inns. Miyoshi continuously presents work that takes viewers into "paradise."...More »
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Lisa and Gaspard, & Penelope Exhibition
The "Lisa and Gaspard" series and "Penelope" series are produced by two Germans who reside in Paris, Georg Hallensleben and Anne Gutman. The vibrant illustrations and heart-warming narrative have captured...More »
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Tsurutaro Kataoka Exhibition
Tsurutaro Kataoka, who is known for his skills as an actor, is also a respected artist. Approximately a hundred of his works will be on display including paintings, ceramics, glass work, and kimonos.More »