Itchiku Kubota Art Museum

The Itchiku Kubota Art Museum is a museum which was built in 1994 by the Itchiku Kubota (1917-2003) who is dyer, for permanent exhibition of his work. In addition to the works, all the gardens and buildings represent the world of Itchiku.

There are about 30 kimonos that incorporate dyeing techniques from the Muromachi period called “Tsuji-ga-Hana" and are fascinated by its fine and majestic design. The works will be replaced by seasons, and the kimonos are displayed in line with each theme, such as the “Four Seasons" and the “Space".

The Japanese famous artist (Takamizawa of THE ALFEE) used the Kimono in his concert. And also other Kimono was used in Takarazuka Revue.

The main building, which is exhibited kimono, is a pyramid type with Japan ancient assembling technique using 16 large trees of “Hiba". When you enter the hall, you will be overwhelmed by its open feeling and grandeur.

There is the “Lamp beads gallery" where you can enjoy a little café in the museum facility. On a sunny day, you can see the top of Mt.Fuji. *Entrance fee: 500JPY with drink

• Address: 2255 Kawaguchi, Fujikawaguchiko-machi
• Tel. 0555-76-8811
• Business hours: From 9:30 to 17:30(Apr.-Nov.), From 10:00 to 16:30(Dec.-Mar.)
• Closed: Tue. / Dec.26, 27, 28 ,29 (excluding Tuesdays which fall on public holidays and the first Tuesday in January)
• Entrance fee: 1,300JPY, College and High School Stu. 900JPY, Junior High and Elementary School Stu. 400JPY

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