Kawai Kanjiro (1890-1966) was one of the greatest potters in Japan. This museum was originally his residence, and his pottery, calligraphy, wood carvings and his collecting work's are exhibited.
The term mingei (folk art) was coined by Soetsu Yanagi in 1926 to refer to common crafts that had been brushed aside and overlooked by the industrial revolution.
Times and Prices
Admission: 900 yen
Hours: Tues - Sun 10:00 - 17:00
Location
569 Kanei-cho, near the Gojo-zaka intersection
Higashiyama-ku
605-0875
TEL: 075-561-3585
How to Get There
Keihan Line. Get off at Gojo Station. (about 10 minute walk)
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