Namikawa Yasuyuki Cloisonné Memorial Museum

Overview

The Namikawa Yasuyuki Cloisonné Memorial Museum is a museum showcasing the former home and workshop of Namikawa Yasuyuki, a master of cloisonné who flourished from the Meiji to Taisho periods. Namikawa Yasuyuki is known for having opened new horizons in the world of cloisonné with his exceptional skill and artistry. His creations captivate viewers with their delicate and elegant beauty. The museum exhibits not only Namikawa's works but also his workshop, where he poured his passion into cloisonné, and his beautiful garden. The workshop, a registered tangible cultural property, allows visitors to see the beautiful Kyoto-machiya (traditional townhouse) structure that retains its original atmosphere. The garden, designed by the seventh-generation Jihei Ogawa (Uji), is a strolling-style garden centered around a pond. Water drawn from the Suiro (waterway) flows into the pond, where carp swim, creating a harmonious scene of water and greenery. This is a place where you can experience Namikawa Yasuyuki's art and deeply appreciate the allure of traditional Japanese crafts.