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Kurashiki Museum of Folkcraft
Kurashiki Museum of Folkcraft · 倉敷民藝館
Kurashiki Museum of Folkcraft displays everyday objects such as ceramics and textiles in converted rice storehouses. Visit during your historical-quarter walk if the forms and craftsmanship of daily-use objects interest you.
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Visitor information
Admission
Admission is JPY 1,200 for adults, JPY 500 for senior high school and university students, and JPY 300 for elementary and junior high school students. Fees may change with the exhibition. Groups of 20 or more need advance reservations.
Opening hours
The museum opens 10:00–17:00, with reception until 16:30. It closes Mondays, or the following day if Monday is a public holiday. It opens during Golden Week (GW) and Obon, and closes December 29–January 1. Exhibition changes and official alerts may cause temporary closures.
What to see at Kurashiki Museum of Folkcraft
Everyday objects and storehouse interiors
Look at daily-use objects such as ceramics and textiles. You can also explore the former rice-storehouse interiors that house the exhibitions, continuing your look at the historical quarter's buildings.
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How to get to Kurashiki Museum of Folkcraft
Leave Kurashiki Station on the south side and walk about 15 minutes towards the historical quarter. The museum is at 1-4-11 Chuo, Kurashiki. Use the facility's official neighbourhood map to find your way through the lanes. Walk back to Kurashiki Station after the visit.
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Visiting tips
If you are also visiting Ohara Museum of Art
Ohara Museum of Art and the folkcraft museum are different facilities. Buy separate tickets for both and check that each opens on your visit date.
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Questions about Kurashiki Museum of Folkcraft
How do Ohara Museum of Art and the folkcraft museum differ?
Ohara Museum of Art focuses on Western paintings, crafts and Asian art; the folkcraft museum focuses on everyday objects such as ceramics and textiles.
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