About the facility
A new cultural facility that is also the first in Japan to unite the functions of a museum with a library, by renovating an elementary school from the early Showa Period and collecting, storing, exhibiting, and doing research on manga. Visitors can also read, learn about, and experience manga.
The museum displays manga from various periods, inside and outside Japan. Visitors can freely read 50,000 of its 300,000 manga collections.
Special offers of KANSAI RAILWAY PASS
No special offers available
Access
- Closest stations
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2-min walk from Karasuma Oike Station, Kyoto Metro Karasuma Line
Map and information
Recommended places to visit in KYOTO
Areas you can travel to with KANSAI RAILWAY PASS
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OSAKA
The most popular area in Kansai,
with many vibrant spots. -
KYOTO
Kyoto is the place to visit if you want to enjoy traditional Japan.
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NARA
This is an area with many historic temples and shrines, as well as lots of nature.
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KOBE/HIMEJI
Kobe is a town surrounded by the ocean and mountains, while Himeji boasts Himeji Castle, a world heritage site.
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WAKAYAMA
It is renowned for world-heritage Koyasan.
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SHIGA
Visit Hieizan Enryakuji temple and Lake Biwa, the largest lake in Japan.