Kyoto City KYOCERA Museum of Art Celebrates 30th Anniversary

Kyoto City KYOCERA Museum of Art

Kyoto City KYOCERA Museum of Art (Sakyo Ward, Kyoto City, operated by Kyoto Industrial Promotion Center Co., Ltd.) celebrated its 30th anniversary on July 1, 2026. Since its opening in 1996, it has been supported by many citizens and businesses as a hub for promoting Kyoto's industry and culture, welcoming approximately 1 million visitors annually. We sincerely thank you for your continued patronage.

The roots of our facility trace back to the "Fourth National Industrial Exhibition" held in Okazaki in 1895, which attracted 1.13 million visitors. Inheriting this history, which laid the foundation for Kyoto's modernization and industrial promotion (Kangyo), we have evolved alongside the development of industry and culture in each era, leading to the reconstruction of the "Kyoto City Kangyo Hall" in 1937 (Showa 12) and the birth of "Miyako Messe" in 1996 (Heisei 8). In recent years, the social environment surrounding events and exhibitions has changed significantly due to shifts in lifestyles and the advancement of digitalization. We will continue to serve as a "place of celebration" where Kyoto's traditions and modern innovations intersect, providing a comfortable event environment for users and looking towards the future.

Four Initiatives to Improve Convenience

Miyako Messe is introducing various initiatives to enhance convenience for visitors and event organizers. We will continue to provide a more comfortable and smooth event environment.

Installation of Baby Care Room: A fully private care room equipped for baby care has been installed to ensure a safe and comfortable visit for those with young children.

▶ Details: Baby Care Room "mamaroTM" Installed

Review of Pricing System: The overtime extension fees for exhibition halls, which varied depending on usage, will be revised to a uniform rate. This will enable simpler and clearer budget management. (For reservations made from September 2026 onwards)

▶ Details: Announcement of Revised Exhibition Hall Extension Fees

Introduction of 3D Floor Plans: "3D floor plans" have been introduced to allow for a visual understanding of the venue's scale online. This enables organizers, even those located far away, to simulate realistic venue layouts.

▶ Details: Venue Information / 3rd Exhibition Hall

Relaxation of Designated Tape Conditions: The rule has been relaxed to allow the use of general commercially available masking tape, removing the designation of specific manufacturers. To address potential material shortages at setup sites, sales at the on-site counter will continue.

▶ Details: Regarding the Relaxation of "Masking Tape" Usage Rules for Floors

Historical Journey

1913 (Taisho 2): "Second Kangyo Hall North Building" constructed on the current site of Miyako Messe (Photo material from the former No. 1 Library of the Kyoto Prefectural Center for Arts and Culture)

1895 (Meiji 28):

The "Fourth National Industrial Exhibition" was held in Okazaki, laying the foundation for Kyoto's economic and cultural development that continues to this day.

The "Kyoto City Kangyo Hall," widely loved by citizens for its entrance clock flower.

1937 (Showa 12):

The predecessor, "Kyoto City Kangyo Hall," was rebuilt with the cooperation of citizens.

Miyako Messe at the time of its opening in 1996

1996 (Heisei 8):

As part of the Heian Capital 1200th Anniversary Project, the current "Kyoto City KYOCERA Museum of Art Miyako Messe" opened.

▶ Details: History of Kyoto City KYOCERA Museum of Art Miyako Messe

With gratitude for our history and to everyone, Kyoto City KYOCERA Museum of Art Miyako Messe will continue to strive for service improvement as a facility that supports Kyoto's industry and culture and disseminates its charm into the next era.