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Kinosaki Literary Museum

A literary museum in the hot spring town displaying works and information about writers associated with Kinosaki.

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The Kinosaki Literary Museum is located in the heart of Kinosaki Onsen, which has long been a subject of songs and novels, such as the masterpiece "At Kinosaki" by novelist Shiga Naoya, who visited the hot spring for medical treatment and incorporated his experiences into the story. The museum has been renovated in 2016 to celebrate its 20th anniversary and features exhibits on writers and works associated with Kinosaki Onsen, as well as artistic expressions of passages from "At Kinosaki" using digital signage.

In addition to the permanent exhibition of materials on past literary figures and the history of Kinosaki Onsen, the museum also hosts special exhibitions that introduce the unique connections between contemporary writers and Kinosaki. Next to the entrance of the museum, there is a hand and foot bath available, reflecting the hot spring town atmosphere, which can be used from 9:00am to 4:30pm on weekends and holidays.

On the first floor, there is a shop and salon where books with the "Books and Hot Springs" label, which can only be purchased in Kinosaki Onsen, and original products are sold. Drinks are also available to enjoy in the museum or at the foot bath.

Highlights

  • A literary museum displaying materials related to novels and songs featuring Kinosaki.
  • Exhibitions were significantly renewed in 2016, the 20th anniversary of the museum's opening.
  • The shop sells books and original products that can only be purchased at Kinosaki Onsen.
  • Outside the museum, there is a hand and foot bath available from 9:00am to 4:30pm on weekends and holidays.

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  • Opened in 1996 in the heart of Kinosaki Onsen town

    Opened in 1996 in the heart of Kinosaki Onsen town

  • Permanent exhibition of materials related to Kinosaki Onsen

    Permanent exhibition of materials related to Kinosaki Onsen

  • Hand and foot bath next to the entrance, available from 9:00am to 4:30pm on weekends and holidays

    Hand and foot bath next to the entrance, available from 9:00am to 4:30pm on weekends and holidays

  • First floor shop and salon selling original products and drinks

    First floor shop and salon selling original products and drinks

Official FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions have been vetted and answered directly by each listing.

Q

Are there pamphlets or signboards in foreign languages? (Please also let me know the supported languages)

A

There is English audio guidance available.

Q

Is there free Wi-Fi available in the area?

A

Yes, there is the "TOYOOKA CITY free Wi-Fi" operated by the city.

Q

Are there coin lockers available?

A

Coin lockers are available for use only when entering the museum (100 yen returnable system).

Q

Is it possible to re-enter the premises?

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Yes, by re-presenting the admission ticket of the day.

Reviews

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  • 雪兒

    城崎文藝館誕生後,大家不再只是穿著浴衣泡湯樂趣,反而會欣賞角落的文學哦

  • 楊莎莎

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Details

Name in Japanese
城崎文芸館
Postal Code
669-6101
Address
357-1 Kinosakichoyushima, Toyoka City, Hyogo
Telephone
0796-32-2575
Closed
Wednesdays, New Year’s holiday period.
Business Hours
9:00am-5:00pm(Admission allowed until 4:30pm)
Admission
Adult 500 yen, Junior high and high school students 300 yen, Elementary students and younger enter free
Access
5 min walk from JR San’in Main Line Kinosaki Onsen Station.
Credit Cards
Not accepted
Official Website
Official Website (Japanese)