The Seifukai Association supports various projects and publications at the Kyoto National Museum and offers special programs and viewings to its members. This organization was first established in October 1953 by art aficionados and supporters of the Museum. The name, Seifukai (Pure Wind Association), was derived from the former estate of the statesman Saionji Kinmochi (1849-1940), Seifuso (Pure Wind Villa), where the inaugural meeting of the group was held. Later, as Japanese art appreciation increased and interest in the Museum grew, reorganization became necessary and in March 1963, Seifukai became the association that it is today. In May 1978, the creation of a patron program based on corporate support led to further development of the association in financially assisting the Museum with its exhibitions and its acquisition of references as well as in offering its members various benefits such as special viewings. With the official start of the Kyoto National Museum as a semi-privatized independent administrative institution in April 2001, the role of Seifukai association has become increasingly important.

Membership Individual 20,000yen For individuals, interested in art and the activities of the Kyoto National Museum. The majority of our members come under this category. Patron 50,000yen The category of Patron consists of art enthusiasts and supporters of the Kyoto National Museum. Corporate starting at 100,000yen Aimed at corporate sponsors and members of Mécénat (Association for Corporate Support of the Arts). *Membership valid for one year upon joining. Benefits 1. Free admission to the Kyoto, Nara, Kyushu and Tokyo National Museums for you and a guest.. *One-time entry for Special Exhibitions. *Receive group rate for admission to the National Museum of Modern Art, Kyoto and other National Museums. 2. Participate in the association's activities: *Free viewings of the Kyoto National Museum's Special Exhibitions. *Guided tours of temples, shrines, historical sites, and museums (four times a year; transportation and lodging costs will be partially covered by the association). 3. Free copies of the following publications: *Annual Publication on Selected Theme (Tentative) *Kyoto National Museum Newsletter (four times annually) *Seifukai Newsletter (four times annually) 4. Discount of 10% on Museum publications in our Museum Shop. Additional Benefits for Corporate Members and Patrons: 5. Invitations to special viewings of the Kyoto National Museum's Special Exhibitions. Free Special Exhibition Catalogue to participants on the day of the special viewing. Complimentary tickets to the Special Exhibitions. 6. For special viewings: Corporate Members can invite up to four guests. Patrons can invite up to two guests. For more information Contact the Seifukai association office (closed on Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays): Seifukai association Kyoto National Museum 527 Chaya-cho, Higashiyama-ku Kyoto 605-0931 Japan Tel. 075-531-7519