Maibara Neko Ten (Cat Art Exhibition)

Kyukozan Seiganji Temple (Maibara, Shiga)

location
Kyukozan Seiganji Temple (Maibara, Shiga)
period
October 1, 2026 (Thu) - October 31, 2026 (Sat)
Time
9:00–17:00 (closed Tuesdays, and October 22–27)
cost
Temple admission: adults ¥400, children (elementary to high school) ¥100
access
7-minute walk from the east exit of JR Maibara Station. By car, about 10 minutes from Maibara IC toward Hikone; free parking for about 10 cars.

Why You Should Visit

An exhibition at Seiganji Temple bringing together cat artworks by artists from Maibara. Five artists in watercolor, papercutting, woodwork and more each portray cats in their own way. A temple-original cat goshuin (temple seal) is offered during the run. On 11 October, participating artists teach watercolor and papercutting workshops at Maibara City Hall. Some exhibited works are offered as gifts through Maibara's hometown tax donation program.

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Essentials

There are 2 public restrooms within a 8-minute walk of Kyukozan Seiganji Temple (Maibara, Shiga). The map shows each with its walking time.

Facility data comes from OpenStreetMap. It does not include opening hours, fees or availability.

TICKETS / REGISTRATION
No booking is needed to see the exhibition. The 11 October workshops require booking via the flyer's QR code or Maibara Station Tourist Information (0749-51-9082, maibara@kitabiwako.jp).
NOTE

Artists

  • Five artists including cat painter Yutaka Murakami, illustrator Satoshi Yamada and papercut artist Teppei Hayakawa
  • A cat goshuin by Reika Nishikawa is offered during the run

※Some works are offered as Maibara hometown tax donation gifts

※Enquiries: Maibara Station Tourist Information 0749-51-9082 (maibara@kitabiwako.jp)

出典: 青岸寺

FAQ

Are there any closed days?
Closed on Tuesdays and October 22–27.
Do I need to book the workshop in advance?
Yes. On 11 October from 13:00 at Maibara City Hall (3F), there is a watercolor class (¥1,000) and a papercutting class (¥2,000). Book via the flyer's QR code or Maibara Station Tourist Information.
How much is admission for children?
¥100 for elementary to high school students; ¥400 for adults.

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