Although one of central figures in Kiyokata’s disciples, Yamakawa Shuho, born in Kyoto and grew up in Tokyo, has less opportunity coming into the spotlight. Inheriting a sense of beauty from his master, he produced many attractive Bijin-ga, the picture of beautiful women, with sophisticated brush lines and clear color.
This special exhibition shows Shuho’s masterpieces with his master’s works to make you discover this unknown and talented painter.

18 April – 24 May, 2026

【Admission】
Adults ¥450 Elementary and Junior High School Students are ¥220

【Closed】
Mondays (except 27 April) and 7 May

When Kiyokata, a master of human figure painting, painted a portrait, he insisted on worth of appreciation as well as being similar.
This exhibition shows portraits by Kiyokata and the process of making them.

7 March , 2026 – 12 April, 2026

【Admission】
Adults ¥300 Elementary and Junior High School Students are ¥150

【Closed】
Mondays

Finding out beauty in his immediate vicinity or familiar places, Kiyokata had expressed his characteristic lyricism in his works.
This special exhibition introduces his works depicting daily scenery in full of lyricism and nostalgia.

24 May – 29 June, 2025

【Admission】
Adults ¥450 Elementary and Junior High School Students are ¥220

【Closed】
Mondays

Sophisticated kimono style, colors and patterns matching each season, in Kiyokata’s works always attracts us.
This exhibition shows the beauty of kimono in Kiyokata’s works.

1 March – 13 April, 2025

【Admission】
Adults ¥300 Elementary and Junior High School Students are ¥150

【Closed】
Mondays