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Kyoto International Manga Museum (with kids)

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How Kids-Friendly is Kyoto International Manga Museum?

80%Kids-Friendly
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What makes it 80% Kids-Friendly: School-age children get a shoes-off picture-book room, kamishibai shows, craft classes, and safe lawn play, but they must stay quiet near archives and some texts lack English.

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Reviews4.2/ 5
(from 6,151 reviews)

Positives:

  • Free entry for kids under 5: Young children enter free, reducing costs and hassle.
  • Multilingual collections: Find English, Chinese and Korean manga for easy family reading.

Challenges:

  • Limited workshop seats: Hands-on classes fill up early; reserve right after you enter.
  • No stroller rental: Bring your own stroller for the youngest; some paths are narrow.
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What is Kyoto International Manga Museum?

  • A museum that showcases the art, history and culture of Japanese manga in a repurposed early 20th-century elementary school building in central Kyoto
  • A repository of over 200,000 items, including Meiji-era magazines, postwar comic rentals, pioneering manga publications and rare artist materials
  • A collaborative institution operated by Kyoto City and Kyoto Seika University that advances research, preservation and exhibition of comic art

What is so special about Kyoto International Manga Museum for with kids?

  1. Explore 50,000+ manga in multiple languages.
  2. Let kids run and read on a safe grass courtyard.
  3. Watch live artists at the Manga Studio.
  4. Join a simple workshop to create bookmarks.
  5. Relax in a kid-friendly, shoes-off library.

Recommended visit duration: 2-3 hours

Why 2-3 hours visit duration is ideal for with kids: This time lets your family explore exhibits, read manga, and join a workshop without rushing.

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Kids-Friendly Activities in Kyoto International Manga Museum

Wall of Manga Reading:

Browse 50,000 open-shelf manga volumes in multiple languages.

Tip: Ask staff to help find English or kids' titles on the digital catalog.

Children’s Library:

Enter a shoes-off room with 3,000 picture books and educational manga.

Tip: Visit early to secure a cozy spot; kids under 5 enter free.

Kamishibai Story Show:

Enjoy a live picture-story performance in Japanese with visual cues.

Tip: Check show times at reception and arrive 10 minutes before.

Outdoor Grass Courtyard:

Read manga and let kids play on the safe artificial grass.

Tip: Bring a lightweight mat and water bottle for comfort.

Live Manga Studio:

Watch pro artists draw step-by-step in real time.

Tip: Go before lunch (10:30–12:00) for smaller crowds and Q&A.

Original Bookmark Workshop:

Create a custom manga bookmark with simple tools.

Tip: Reserve your spot at the entrance desk soon after arrival.

When is the best time to visit Kyoto International Manga Museum (Kyoto, Japan)?

In summer, use the indoor reading areas to stay cool. In winter, bundle kids for the courtyard and head inside for warm tea at the cafe.

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Reviews of Kyoto International Manga Museum (Kyoto)

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Filipa Bernardes

Filipa Bernardes

May 2025

Besides being a museum, it’s also a library for Manga lovers. There are rooms suitable for reading, but few copies in different languages. Only true enthusiasts will find it interesting. There was also a really cute guy working there 🤭 — definitely earned some points during the visit!

Paige Bellerive

Paige Bellerive

May 2025

Staff was amazing, it's a beautiful place to visit! It was like a library at the top as you're allowed to take out manga for reading after you're done with your tour. I really loved learning about the history of manga, seeing some of the oldest series and the manga publishing pipeline. One of the higher floors has a restoration/preservation section which was very cool. Unfortunately I was feel...

Ryan Soh

Ryan Soh

Apr 2025

A great venue to visit especially if you are an avid manga or comic book reader. Has a great homely vibe to it coupled with the general quietness maintained to give visitors a great reading experience. Possessing a great collection of manga from various eras beginning in the early 1930s, has exhibits that go into depth regarding the historical trends, styles and stories of manga and their authors...

Jesicca Williams

Jesicca Williams

Mar 2025

This Museum was awesome! A great place to chill and read manga. Which is great for a taking a break after walking all day. Plenty of places to sit and read a few Mangas from your childhood. I read a few of my favorites!

Jason Siow

Jason Siow

Dec 2024

Tickets is about 1,800 yen for an adult as of review date. There were plenty of seatings available through the museum for you to browse the manga available in the museum. There was also a small booth available where you could pay to have the staff draw an anime picture of you. But you needed to make a reservation, not sure how you could do that. It was fully booked by the time I reached around 3:...

Typical Budget for a Family of 4 (2 Adults + 2 Kids)

ItemCost (Approx.)
2 Adult ticketsJPY 1,600
2 Child ticketsJPY 600
2 Bookmark workshopsJPY 1,000
Snack break at caféJPY 1,400
Total EstimatedJPY 4,600

Note: All prices are indicative and may vary. Please check directly with the venue for the most accurate and up-to-date information.

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How to Maximize Your Visit to Kyoto International Manga Museum

  1. Arrive early: Get a seat in the courtyard and sign up for workshops before crowds arrive.
  2. Use the digital catalog: Search by language or age to guide kids quickly to fun titles.
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Map of Kyoto International Manga Museum

Address: 452 Kinbukichō, Nakagyo Ward, Kyoto, 604-0846, Japan

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About Kyoto International Manga Museum

Opening Hours

Monday:10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Tuesday:10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Wednesday:Closed
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

Hours may vary during holidays, special events, and peak seasons. Please check the official website for the most up-to-date information.

Website

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Phone Number

+81 75-254-7414

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