Ekin Museum
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Ekin Museum
絵金蔵
Overview
Museum honoring rebellious Tosa artist Ekin (1812-1876), known for dramatic blood-soaked festival and kabuki screens.
A small museum in Konan dedicated to Ekin (1812-1876), a Tosa painter expelled from the official Kano school who went on to produce some of the most striking folk art in Japanese history. His large festival screens, painted with kabuki scenes, samurai battles, and supernatural horror, were designed to be displayed by candlelight during summer festivals. The museum recreates this flickering, atmospheric viewing experience. The blood-red compositions feel startlingly modern. Each July, the nearby Akaoka district hangs original Ekin screens outdoors during the Ekin Festival, returning his work to its intended firelit, street-level setting.
Practical info
- Japanese name
- 絵金蔵
- Nearest station
- Akaoka Station (10 min walk)
- Payment
- Cash only
- Reservations
- Advance tickets available online and at convenience stores. Walk-in usually fine on weekdays. Check hours before visiting.
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