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Kyushu Ceramic Museum
Kyushu Ceramic Museum · 佐賀県立九州陶磁文化館
Kyushu Ceramic Museum in Arita displays Edo-period Arita pieces, ceramics exported to Europe and works by modern and contemporary artists. Compare patterns and forms across different periods.
Permanent exhibitions are free. For special exhibitions too, check the fee and dates of the show you want to see.

Visitor information
Address
佐賀県西松浦郡有田町戸杓乙3100-1
3100-1 Toshaku Otsu, Arita-cho, Nishi Matsuura-gun, Saga Prefecture
Map locationAdmission
Permanent exhibitions are free. Special exhibitions may charge admission; check the fee for your chosen exhibition.
Opening hours
Hours are 09:00–17:00, with last admission at 16:30. Closed Mondays, or the next weekday if Monday is a public holiday, and December 29–January 3.
What to see at Kyushu Ceramic Museum
Ceramics across periods and export markets
See Edo-period Arita pieces, ceramics exported to Europe and modern and contemporary works in turn. Comparing their patterns and forms gives you more to look for during the visit.
How to get to Kyushu Ceramic Museum
The museum is about a 12-minute walk from JR Arita Station. After visiting, return towards the station for a meal and your next train.
Visiting tips
Leave extra time for special exhibitions
Allow around one to two hours for permanent exhibitions, plus extra time for a special exhibition. Admission is until 16:30.
Time to return to Arita Station
The walk between JR Arita Station and the museum takes about 12 minutes. After visiting, return towards the station for a meal and your next train.
Questions about Kyushu Ceramic Museum
Are Kyushu Ceramic Museum's special exhibitions free too?
Permanent exhibitions are free, but special exhibitions may charge admission. Check the fee separately for the show you want to see.
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