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Miho Museum
 
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The Miho Museum is located in Shiga Prefecture, just a short trip from Kyoto. It was designed by the renowned architect, I. M. Pei, and is named after Koyama Mihoko, one of the richest women in Japan and the founder of the museum.

Perhaps the most interesting aspect of the museum is the design of its structures, especially how they are integrated into their surroundings. This is highlighted in the approach to the museum's entrance as it leads through a mixture of man-made and natural environments. The inside of the museum continues this theme by contrasting steel and glass with warm stone and panoramic views of the surrounding valleys.

The museum's exhibits consist of works from ancient civilizations including the Egyptians, Romans, and various Asian cultures, with the pieces largely coming from Koyama's private collection. The main exhibit changes every year or so, and special exhibits change every few months.

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how to get there

From Kyoto:

Take the JR Tokaido Line (local, rapid or special rapid service) from Kyoto Station to Ishiyama Station (230 yen, 15 min). From there take Teisan bus number 150 to the Miho Museum (800 yen, 50 min). The bus departs from bus stop three and says Miho Museum in both English and Japanese on its sign.

The bus arrives at the museum's reception building which contains the ticket desk, gift shop, and a small restaurant. Purchase your tickets here before making your way to the museum's entrance either on foot (five to ten minutes) or by electric cart.

Bus stop number three at Ishiyama Station
Electric cart shuttle

hours and fees

Hours:10:00 to 17:00 (entry until 16:00)
Closed:Mondays (the following day if Monday is a national holiday). Closed irregularly for long periods of time throughout the year. Please consult the schedule on the museum's website (see links below).
Admission:1000 yen

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Miho Museum
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