• For the four special exhibitions held each year, we provide easy-to-understand explanations in both Japanese and English, even for those who are not familiar with Japanese paintings.

• Photography is generally permitted throughout the museum (with some exceptions). Feel free to take photos of your favorite works, the cool architecture, and the stunning views of Arashiyama.

  
  

• Enjoy the cafe 'Bread, Espresso &, FUKUDA ART MUSEUM,' where you can quietly enjoy the spectacular view of Arashiyama and Togetsukyo Bridge, as well as the museum shop where you can purchase original goods!

  
  

- FUKUDA ART MUSEUM -

Saga Arashiyama has long been beloved as a scenic spot. Located near the
bustling Togetsukyo Bridge, the FUKUDA ART MUSEUM is a new museum that opened
in 2019. Once you step inside, you will find a space that feels like a world
apart from the surrounding hustle and bustle. With a collection of
approximately 2,000 works by famous painters associated with Kyoto, such as
Ito Jakuchu and Uemura Shoen, the museum's concept is to provide exhibitions
that move even those who are not well-versed in art. With clear display cases
that allow you to experience the jewel-like colors of Japanese paintings,
catchy explanations, and exhibition rooms where many of the works can be
photographed, even those unfamiliar with Japanese art will surely enjoy their
visit. Additionally, you can enjoy a spectacular view of Togetsukyo Bridge at
the museum cafe, Bread, Espresso &, FUKUDA ART MUSEUM.

＜About this Special Exhibition＞

[Sep 19-Jan 17 Admission Only] 'Forms of Love: Exhibition of the Legendary
Shunga Chigo Zoshi' Exhibition

Love and desire, the earnest emotions of people seeking one another—painters
captured these in the form of 'Shunga' (erotic art). It is believed that
Shunga existed as early as the Heian period.

The Chigo Zoshi, which will be exhibited to the public for the first time in
this exhibition, is an emaki (picture scroll) created in the early 14th
century that records the intimate relationships between acolytes and monks
along with text. It is considered a legendary Shunga, known to exist only
through copies and books.

Also on display is a scroll copied by the Edo-period painter Tani Buncho of
the Koshibagaki Zoshi, one of the oldest Shunga in Japan depicting the
activities of men and women. Furthermore, we will exhibit hand-painted Shunga
by artists such as Tsukioka Settei, Katsushika Hokusai's masterpiece 'Wave and
Plover', and works related to 'love' by artists such as Uemura Shoen and
Kaburaki Kiyokata.