Kawai Kanjiro's House

I think this was our favorite museum spot on our trip. This house was gorgeous and Kawai’s sculptures and ceramics were amazing to see. The best part was seeing his enormous kilns! The friendly neighborhood cat also hangs out here which was so cute.

This museum is a must see in Kyoto!! Only a 5 minute walk from the National Museum you’ll find this beautiful little place. You can take your time to walk around this glorious traditional Japanese house, celebrating the life of the artist Kawai Kanjiro.

The house is much more bigger than I thought. I spent 45 minutes here but it could take up to 1.5 hours if you have time. They also have the stamp you can bring your own notebook.

Love the place, I bet it’s every artists’ dream to have a house & atelier like this. The cat is also very lovely. However I was very worried that there is a lily flower on the second floor when the cat is just roaming around the house freely. Lilies are highly toxic to cats and can cause severe kidney damage or even death simply being in the same room. Please I beg you to search for non-toxic flowers and plants for cats and replace them. Tulips and Lilies are the worst for cats. The cat is super friendly, an exeptional host. Other than the flower, the place is so aesthetically pleasing and has rich history. The work of the artist is really beautiful.

Kawai Kanjuro’s House in Kyoto is an absolute must-visit. The atmosphere and energy are incredible, offering a deep sense of serenity and tranquility. The artist’s works are stunning—especially the climbing kiln (noborigama), which every ceramic art enthusiast should see. Entrance fee: ¥900

Pleasant experience. Very Japanese house inside and out. The exhibition itself is small, but I like to see the house from the inside. Not too crowded either.

A truly beautiful and spacious house filled with the works of the artist. It offers a unique glimpse into the architecture and lifestyle of that era, allowing you to step back in time and experience the traditional Japanese way of life. As a bonus, the resident cat adds a warm, welcoming touch, making the visit even more memorable.

A really beautiful house and history. 900 yen to enter. There are slippers provided for you. The kiln is amazing to walk around and through, the kitchen set up is super impressive. Can’t imagine how awesome it would be to have an apparatus like that in my daily life. There is a Cute and friendly house cat everyone seems to fall in love with