Kameoka City Museum of Culture (亀岡市文化資料館)

Flow of the course

About this spot

This museum brings together the history and culture of Kameoka, with exhibits covering the path from ancient Tanba through the castle-town era to the present day. Excavated pottery and everyday tools are lined up in a way that makes it clear even to children that people long ago used these things. Kameoka prospered for a long time as the centre of Tanba, so it is interesting to see that it has layers of history different from those of central Kyoto. The building is air-conditioned, so you can spend a summer morning in the cool. It is within walking distance of JR Kameoka Station and is just the right size for the first stop of the day.

Tips

Checking the opening hours, closed days and admission fee in the official information in advance is the sure approach. Exhibition rooms are meant to be viewed quietly, so agreeing in advance not to run makes for a calmer visit. Ask at the entrance whether strollers are allowed inside. From here you can reach Galleria Kameoka, which doubles as a roadside station, by car or by local bus.

Best time to visit

About 1 hour. Spending the morning indoors before the sun gets strong makes the afternoon easier.

Access & map

〒621-0815 Kyoto Prefecture, Kameoka City, Kose-cho Nakauchitsubo １−１