Bridging the Beauty of the Past to the Future.

We curate, appraise, purchase, and present Japanese, Chinese, and Korean antiques with a quiet gallery sensibility and careful scholarship.

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令和5年

A discerning eye for antique art

30+

Years Experience

5,000+

Handled Works

Appraisal Methods

Free

Initial Consultation

Japan

Nationwide Visits

COLLECTION

Collection

Ceramics, paintings, craft, and furniture selected for presence, condition, and quiet dignity.

Japanese Art

Tea wares, scrolls, Buddhist art

Korean Art

Goryeo celadon, Joseon white porcelain

Chinese Art

Ceramics, jade, painting

Furniture

Period chests and wood craft

Craft Works

Lacquer, metal, glass

NEW ARRIVALS

New Arrivals & Featured Works

Recently acquired pieces and works specially recommended by Gyokurinken.

Featured This Month

Joseon White Porcelain Jar

A tranquil work with poised form and soft white glaze.

Late Edo

Ko-Imari Blue-and-White Dish

Elegant cobalt with generous quiet space.

Price on Request

Meiji

Landscape Hanging Scroll

Light brushwork in fine condition.

Available

Early Showa

Bronze Flower Vessel

A calm surface suited for tea settings.

New Arrival

APPRAISAL

Appraisal & Purchase

Choose an in-store, on-site, or photo appraisal. Early consultation before selling is welcome.

In-store Appraisal

We examine the work, condition, and provenance in person.

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On-site Appraisal

For large furniture or multiple works, we can visit you.

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Photo Appraisal

Send photos for a preliminary assessment.

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Purchase Guide

Payment, delivery, and return policy.

Appraiser Blog

Notes on objects and the market.

Free Consultation

Ask before selling or buying.

JOURNAL

Journal & News

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What to check before bringing in a hanging scroll

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2026.05.27ArrivalJoseon porcelain and Ko-Imari featured works are now online 2026.05.18BlogWhat to check before bringing in a hanging scroll 2026.05.02NoticeJune in-store appraisal reservations 2026.04.20EventEarly summer antique consultation event 2026.04.08NoticeExpanded on-site purchase area for large furniture

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GYOKURINKEN

ABOUT

About Gyokurinken

Gyokurinken values the layered time held within antiques and fine art. Through clear explanation, careful appraisal, and a calm viewing experience, we connect works with their next keeper.

Antique dealer license: Kyoto Prefectural Public Safety Commission No. 611092430039
Focused on Japanese, Chinese, and Korean art
In-store, on-site, and photo appraisal available

ACCESS

Shop Information

Company: Gyokurinken Co., Ltd.
Address: Kashin Building 201, 130-4 Fukakusa Shimogawaracho, Fushimi-ku, Kyoto-shi, Kyoto
Hours: 11:00 - 18:00 / Wednesday / Year-end holidays
Contact: Please use the inquiry form / Please use the inquiry form
Note: Please make an appointment before visiting.

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