Greetings from the Nidec Orgel Showroom, located in the Karasuma Oike area of Kyoto.

We are pleased to announce our opening schedule, special exhibition, and workshops for June. Visitors can enjoy music box displays, hands-on experiences, and art exhibitions as part of their Kyoto sightseeing and cultural exploration.

Opening Days & Closed Days in June

Our showroom is generally open on weekdays.

Closed Days

June 6 (Sat), 7 (Sun), 10 (Wed), 14 (Sun), 21 (Sun), 27 (Sat), and 28 (Sun)

Please note that opening and closing dates are subject to change. Please check this page for the latest information.

Natsuki Kurimoto Exhibition

We are pleased to present a special exhibition by Kyoto-based lacquer artist Natsuki Kurimoto.

Under the theme “Urushi: The Regeneration of Life,” this exhibition introduces works that reinterpret the traditional Japanese art of lacquerware through a contemporary perspective.

Exhibition Information

Dates: June 13 (Sat) – June 26 (Fri), 2026
Venue: Nidec Orgel Showroom
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Closed Days: June 14 (Sun) and June 21 (Sun)

Artist Profile

Natsuki Kurimoto

Professor, Department of Crafts (Lacquer Art), Kyoto City University of Arts.

Building upon traditional lacquer techniques, Kurimoto pursues innovative and contemporary forms of artistic expression. Her works have been exhibited in museums and international exhibitions both in Japan and abroad, earning recognition in the field of contemporary lacquer art.

Related Workshop

Create a One-of-a-Kind Accessory with Colored Urushi Lacquer

Join Kyoto-based lacquer artist Natsuki Kurimoto for a hands-on lacquer art workshop.

Participants will decorate lacquer-coated wooden bases using natural colored urushi lacquer and create their own unique accessory. Even first-time participants are welcome, as the artist will provide careful guidance throughout the process.

After the workshop, participants can relax with seasonal Japanese sweets and tea while enjoying the atmosphere of the showroom.

Workshop Details

Date & Time: June 20 (Sat), 2026 | 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM

Participation Fee: ¥5,000 (tax included)
Includes tea and seasonal sweets.

Instructor: Natsuki Kurimoto

Venue: Nidec Orgel Showroom, Kyoto

Capacity: 10 participants (first-come, first-served)

Reservations: Advance booking is required via the dedicated reservation page.

Flower Workshop

Music Box × Preserved Flower Arrangement Experience

One of our most popular hands-on workshops combines the gentle sound of a music box with the beauty of preserved flowers.

This experience is highly recommended for visitors seeking a memorable Kyoto activity, a unique handmade gift, or a special keepsake from their travels.

Workshop Dates

June 5 (Fri), June 8 (Mon), and June 30 (Tue)

Workshop Content

Create your own original floral arrangement by combining preserved flowers with a music box. Our staff will carefully assist participants, making the workshop enjoyable even for beginners.

After completing your work, you may take photographs in the showroom and enjoy seasonal Japanese sweets and matcha tea in our traditional Kyoto-style room, “Kyo-no-Ma.”

Workshop Details

Time: 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM

Participation Fee: From ¥8,800 (tax included)
Includes a music box, tea, and seasonal sweets.

Capacity: 5 participants per session (first-come, first-served)

Reservations: Advance booking is required via the dedicated reservation page.

Our New Column Page Has Launched

Under the theme “Enjoying Life with Music Boxes,” our showroom staff share stories about the charm of music boxes, their history, mechanisms, and ways to enjoy them in daily life.

We invite you to explore our column page and discover the fascinating world of music boxes.

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Nidec Orgel Showroom | Kyoto Karasuma Oike

From our showroom in Kyoto, we share interesting stories, insights, and discoveries to help you feel closer to the world of music boxes.

The Nidec Orgel Showroom is an experiential music box showroom operated directly by Nidec Instruments Corporation, Japan’s largest music box manufacturer.

Supported by decades of craftsmanship, technology, and quality, we continue to share the beauty and charm of music boxes with visitors from around the world.

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Nidec Instruments Corporation