Kyo-Washinan Public Opening (Former Tomioka Tessai Residence) 2026

Dates & time: November 14, 2026 (Sat) - November 15, 2026 (Sun) 10:00–12:00 / 13:00–16:00 (last entry 30 minutes before each closing)
Price & booking: Free No booking required. Groups of 10 or more should contact the venue in advance.
Venue & access: Kyo-Washinan (Culture and Industry Exchange Hub) About 6 minutes on foot from Imadegawa Station on the Karasuma subway line (east side of Kamigyo Junior High School)

There are 4 car parks within a 12-minute walk of Kyo-Washinan (Culture and Industry Exchange Hub), and 4 public restrooms within 8 minutes. The map shows each with its walking time.

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Why You Should Visit

A public opening of Kyo-Washinan, the former home of Tomioka Tessai, often called the last of Japan's literati painters. The Kyoto Chamber of Commerce and Industry renovated the house to mark its 140th anniversary and to support the Agency for Cultural Affairs' relocation to Kyoto. The tea room, painting studio and tatami rooms were restored reusing original materials wherever possible. Normally used for tea ceremony and ikebana classes and business meetings, the house is open to everyone free of charge on these days, with no booking needed. It is also a stop on the stamp rally of the Bunkacho and Fucho Area Machikado Museum. A good visit for anyone interested in Tessai or historic Kyoto homes.

NOTE

Closed hours

No viewing inside 12:00–13:00. The stamp rally stamp (at the entrance) is still available

On the day

No car or bicycle parking, and stopping or parking nearby is prohibited

*Inquiries: Kyo-Washinan 050-3498-0010 / Kyoto Chamber of Commerce and Industry, Industry Promotion Dept. 075-341-9756 (weekdays 9:00–17:00)

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FAQ

Do I need to book?

No booking is needed and entry is free. Groups of 10 or more should get in touch in advance.

Can I visit around midday?

The interior is closed 12:00–13:00, but you can still collect the stamp rally stamp at the entrance.

Can I come by car?

There is no car or bicycle parking, and stopping nearby is prohibited. Use public transport or a paid parking lot nearby.