森寛斎宅蹟
3.5
(2)This site marks the former residence of Mori Kansai (1814–1894), a painter from the Choshu domain during the late Edo period. He studied under Mori Tetsuzan and learned the Maruyama school's painting techniques. The location is commemorated by a stone monument erected in 1929.
Address
Takoyakushicho, Nakagyo Ward, Kyoto, 604-0021, Japan
Opening Hours
OPEN 24 HOURS (Thu)
Worth it?
Worth it if you're specifically seeking out historical markers related to Japanese painters
Skip if you're looking for an interactive exhibit or a major landmark
Location
Takoyakushicho, Nakagyo Ward, Kyoto, 604-0021, Japan
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Who it's for
History buffs and those interested in Japanese art history, particularly the Maruyama school and figures involved in the anti-shogunate movement.
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Reviews
3.5
Average
2 ReviewsReviewers note that this location is simply a stone monument commemorating the former residence of painter Mori Kansai, offering historical context rather than a physical structure to explore.
Fun facts
Mori Kansai was also involved in the anti-shogunate movement and contributed to the revival of the Kyoto art scene after the Meiji Restoration by managing the art research group, Jiunsha.
