Mingei International Museum

Came here during the Balboa December Nights and I'm glad I did. I was able to take my time looking around and even enjoy the rooftop area. I really liked the library area and learned that is a...

This was my favorite museums in the world for 30 years, now it is a tribute to commercialism. The entire downstairs is devoted to making a profit with their new cafe and expanded gift shop. Please...

Mingei is a Japanese word for folk art. The mingei movement began in 1920s Japan as a way for nameless craftsmen to show their artistry and workmanship in everyday items. The concept of the museum...

I enjoy coming to this museum. I decided to drive down from Orange County. I was able to easily purchase a ticket. They had several exhibits. I was excited to see the Fashioning an Icon exhibit.

I visited this museum after-hours for a private work event (read: for free); we were generously given access to everything. Upstairs, the current exhibition is Indigo; there is basically a...