Visit International Manga Museum
Kyoto, Japan • INR 572 - INR 715 approx.• 
Popular
PopularKyoto, Japan
• INR 572 - INR 715Popular
Best months to visit
Apr, May, Jul
9°C – 20°C, april is mild and pleasant, with cherry blossoms in full bloom and frequent spring showers, high crowds, peak season
9°C – 20°C, april is mild and pleasant, with cherry blossoms in full bloom and frequent spring showers, high crowds, peak season
Walking required
Yes
The museum is wheelchair accessible, equipped with elevators and ramps to facilitate movement between floors. Seating areas are available throughout the facility for visitors to rest and read manga.
The museum is wheelchair accessible, equipped with elevators and ramps to facilitate movement between floors. Seating areas are available throughout the facility for visitors to rest and read manga.
Value for money
Medium
Price is reasonable for manga enthusiasts; mixed reviews on value.
Price is reasonable for manga enthusiasts; mixed reviews on value.
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Reviews from other travelers
Summarised by AI
Manga Paradise
Couples loved the vast collection and the chance to relax and read together.
Unique Setting
The repurposed school building created a nostalgic and charming atmosphere.
Fun Experience
A great way for couples to explore a unique aspect of Japanese culture.
Language Barrier
Most manga is in Japanese, limiting enjoyment for non-readers.
Not Museum
Travelers felt it was more of a library, and less of a museum.
Overwhelming Collection
The sheer volume of manga could be a bit overwhelming for some couples.
Hours of operation
Monday
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday
-
Thursday
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Sunday
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
In-depth experience
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When to visit
We've analysed user reviews and geographical data, and identified the best and worst months to visit.
Month
Crowd Level
Weather
Availability
Our recommendation
February
LOW
1-10°C
February remains cold, with occasional rain and rare snow. Indoor activities are favored due to chilly conditions.
February remains cold, with occasional rain and rare snow. Indoor activities are favored due to chilly conditions.
Open
No typical seasonal restrictions; standard hours apply.
No typical seasonal restrictions; standard hours apply.
Not recommended
February continues the quiet, cold winter, ideal for indoor sightseeing but not for those seeking lively crowds or warm weather.
February continues the quiet, cold winter, ideal for indoor sightseeing but not for those seeking lively crowds or warm weather.
March
MEDIUM
4-13°C
March marks the start of warming weather. Early in the month is still chilly, but later weeks can be pleasant with more visitors.
March marks the start of warming weather. Early in the month is still chilly, but later weeks can be pleasant with more visitors.
Open
No special restrictions. Standard opening days, but check for occasional maintenance closures.
No special restrictions. Standard opening days, but check for occasional maintenance closures.
Recommended
March is a good time to visit as the weather improves and the city becomes livelier, particularly late in the month.
March is a good time to visit as the weather improves and the city becomes livelier, particularly late in the month.
April
HIGH
9-20°C
April is mild and pleasant, with cherry blossoms in full bloom and frequent spring showers.
April is mild and pleasant, with cherry blossoms in full bloom and frequent spring showers.
Open
Standard hours, but high demand may affect ticket availability on busy days.
Standard hours, but high demand may affect ticket availability on busy days.
Recommended
April is one of the most popular months for visiting Kyoto, with beautiful weather and cherry blossoms attracting many tourists to the museum.
April is one of the most popular months for visiting Kyoto, with beautiful weather and cherry blossoms attracting many tourists to the museum.
May
HIGH
13-24°C
May in Kyoto is pleasantly warm with low humidity. Rainfall is moderate, making it a comfortable month to visit with lush greenery.
May in Kyoto is pleasantly warm with low humidity. Rainfall is moderate, making it a comfortable month to visit with lush greenery.
Open
Occasional closures may occur for maintenance or special events. Check official website for updates.
Occasional closures may occur for maintenance or special events. Check official website for updates.
Recommended
May is a popular month to visit the Kyoto International Manga Museum due to comfortable weather and numerous cultural events.
May is a popular month to visit the Kyoto International Manga Museum due to comfortable weather and numerous cultural events.
How to get there
Bike
Recommended
The museum has a bicycle parking lot on the north side of the building. Several bicycle rental shops are located near the museum and Karasuma Oike Station.
Metro
Recommended
The museum is a two-minute walk from Karasuma Oike Station, a major interchange for the Karasuma and Tozai Lines. From Kyoto Station, take the Karasuma Line.
Walking
Recommended
The museum is highly accessible on foot for those staying in the downtown Kyoto area. It's a short walk from Shijo Station on the Karasuma Line.
Bus
Several Kyoto City Bus routes, including numbers 15, 51, and 65, stop directly in front of the museum at the "Karasuma Oike" bus stop.
Car
Visitors arriving by car should use coin-metered parking lots in the vicinity. The address for navigation is Karasuma-Oike, Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto, 604-0846, Japan.
Taxi
Taxis are readily available in Kyoto. A taxi ride from Kyoto Station to the museum takes approximately 4-5 minutes, with drop-off directly in front of the museum on Karasuma-dori.
Additional info
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Mobility
Wheelchair Accessible
Walking Required
Stairs Present
Seating Available
Flat Terrain
Elevator Available
Mobility Scooter Friendly
Ramps Available
Pregnancy
Suitable for pregnancy
Allowed during pregnancy
Driving
Driving License Required
Idp Required
