Kyoto Art & Antiques

I visited Kyoto Art and Antiques with a friend. It's located in Georgetown. There’s free parking available, but make sure to place the postcard from the warehouse entrance on your dashboard to use the lot. There are two entrances—on the left side you’ll find kimono and textiles, and on the right are antiques. The space is quite large. The kimono section has a wide variety of colorful fabrics, obi, and accessories neatly arranged. It’s fun just to browse. However, the staff didn’t offer any guidance or assistance, so it’s very much a self-guided experience. In the antiques section, there are tea ceremony tools, ceramics, wooden Buddha statues, calligraphy pieces, and more. You can really feel the depth of Japanese culture. They say new items are added daily, so it seems like a place you could come back to often and always find something new. It’s a quiet and relaxed atmosphere, perfect for those who are into Japanese art or just want to take their time exploring. Definitely worth a visit if you're in the area.

We love love love Kyoto! So much so that I hesitated to post this because all y'all are competition for things we might want to buy. But Jay, Kyoko, Eric, and the whole crew are amazing. They are not open normal hours; you can only visit during sale events in April and October. Visit their website to sign up for the mailing list to find out when the next sale dates are.

Variety Limited....let me explain ... Lots of Tansus, very large, large and smaller....I'd estimate over 6/10th of the display... Collection of pottery, some stone sculptures. What happened to the smaller things? Like stamps, and masks and brushes? Middling 3, only because the lady at the front was less than helpful...wasn't able to answer simple questions like do you have someone to repair a tansu I bought from you a few years back? She was ready at the register though.

A huge selection of primarily Japanese antiques ranging from wood stools to samurai armor. Lots of potential magical finds in the antique clutter that gives off the vibe of faraway lands. I’d like to say get there on the first day of opening to compete with the people that make it their business to purchase a large portion of the floor within minutes of entering. The ambiance of entering the old brick buildings looking up to see that the buildings have been hallowed is pretty cool. $15 for a sake bottle, $5 for a fan, $2500 for a stone pagoda, and $110 for a timber saw. Prices are reasonable if not the best you can get outside of Japan. Things will sellout or be picked over fast and the hype for Kyoto Antiques only grows each time they open. Out of all the wonderful things to do in the Seattle area, browsing Kyoto Antiques twice a year would have to be put in my number 1 spot.

Twice a year Kyoto Art and Antiques comes to Seattle, stocking a warehouse full with beautiful, affordable Japanese antiques. This is one of my very favorite well-loved traditions, a highly special experience. The people associated with this event are also gracious and lovely. I fully recommend it.

For people who love Japanese things this place is wonderful. It was my first visit and I was impressed with how well organized the staff was in directing people and everything had a price. Prices started at $1 for sake bowls in up to antique furniture. Many affordable pieces in between such as kimono for $15 (varies on item) to $20 large kokeshi. I recommend bringing a bag or box to use while shopping for smaller items and for best selection go on first day. Be prepared for a longer line if you do.

Friendly staff, very interesting antiques and home decor accessories, plus some women's kimono and haori jackets. Unfortunately for me, I went on the last day of their sale and most of the items I was looking for were gone. I'll just have to be sure to get in earlier next year! (And plan a budget! A few things that caught my eye for the future were much more expensive than I was planning for. XD)

Fun place to treasure hunt!