Villa Kujoyama
Building in Kyoto, Japan
About
Villa Kujoyama is a multidisciplinary research and creative residency located on Mount Higashi in Kyoto. Built in 1992 by architect Katō Kunio (加藤 邦男), and initiated by the Société de rapprochement intellectuel franco-japonais, Villa Kujoyama is today one of the oldest and most prestigious French residency programs in Asia.
In 2022, Villa Kujoyama celebrated its 30th anniversary. Since its creation, it has welcomed more than 400 artists and creators from various disciplines, who have been able to develop a project related to Japan.
Nearby
More to see within walking distance
Kyoto
City in the Kansai region of Japan
1.5 mi away
Kiyomizu-dera
Buddhist temple in Kyoto, Japan
0.8 mi away
Battle of Toba–Fushimi
1868 battle of the Boshin War in Fushimi, Kyoto, Japan
1.5 mi away
Hōkō-ji (Kyoto)
Buddhist temple in Kyoto, Japan
1.5 mi away
Nanzen-ji
Zen Buddhist Temple in Kyoto, Japan
0.5 mi away
Siege of Sanjō Palace
1160 siege, inciting incident of the Heiji Rebellion
1.5 mi awayPlaces to eat nearby
Finding places to eat…
Traveler reviews
Tickets & tours
Tickets and tours for Villa Kujoyama
We may earn a commission from some of these links, at no extra cost to you. Learn more
Photos from Unsplash, Wikipedia and Wikimedia Commons (CC BY-SA); facts from Wikipedia; maps © OpenStreetMap contributors, weather from Open-Meteo. Huginn’s tips are AI-written — check prices, hours and entry rules before you go.