Mingei International Museum

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8 / 10

6 expert reviews

“This folk art museum occupies six galleries on two levels of a building known since 1934 as the House of Charm.”

– Michelin Guide

Fodor's Fodor's
"All ages can enjoy the Mingei's colorful and creative exhibits of folk art, featuring toys, pottery, textiles, costumes, jewelry, and curios from around the globe." Full review
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
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"This excellent collection of folk art, costumes, toys, jewelry, utensils and other handmade objects from traditional cultures from around the world is in the House of Charm." Full review
Afar Magazine Afar Magazine
"Featured here are exhibitions that show the skill and craftsmanship of folk artists from around the world. " Full review
Where Where
"Mingei (which means art of the people) takes center stage at this museum, which showcases a rich collection of handmade folk art, craft and design from all eras and cultures of the world." Full review
Frommer's Frommer's
"This captivating museum (pronounced "min-gay," meaning "art of the people" in Japanese) offers changing exhibitions generally describable as folk art." Full review


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