Osaka exclusive for about 5 weeks! Stay at a Keihan Hotel and see Vermeer's "Girl with a Pearl Earring."

If you plan to visit Osaka in late summer 2026, art lovers should add Nakanoshima to their itinerary. The exhibition "Girl with a Pearl Earring" by Vermeer will be held at the Nakanoshima Museum of Art, Osaka. This masterpiece from the Mauritshuis in the Netherlands will be in Japan for the first time in 14 years, and with an exhibition period of about five weeks and a limited location in Osaka, it's a rare opportunity.

Four Hotel Keihan properties in Osaka are simultaneously offering accommodation plans that include exhibition admission tickets. For Taiwanese travelers, the most convenient aspect is not having to scramble for tickets on specific dates and times; accommodation and exhibition viewing can be arranged together. If you were already planning to stay in the Kyobashi, Temmabashi, or Yodoyabashi areas, this plan is well-suited for creating an "Osaka Art Mini-Trip."

Girl with a Pearl Earring will only be exhibited in Osaka

The exhibition's official title is "Vermeer's Girl with a Pearl Earring Exhibition: Masterpieces of 17th Century Dutch Painting, The Miracle Returns to Japan (フェルメール《真珠の耳飾りの少女》展 17世紀オランダ絵画の名品、奇跡の再来日)". The exhibition will be held from Friday, August 21, 2026, to Sunday, September 27, 2026, at the 5th-floor exhibition rooms of the National Museum of Art, Osaka.

"Girl with a Pearl Earring" is well-known in itself, but truly appreciating the play of light and shadow, the figure's gaze, and the texture of the pearl up close is completely different from viewing it in a picture. This exhibition is also a limited showing in Osaka, so if your trip happens to fall during its run, it's well worth taking half a day to visit Nakanoshima.

Benefits of accommodation packages with appreciation vouchers

The accommodation plan for Keihan Hotel will go on sale from Friday, June 5, 2026. The stay period will be from Friday, August 21, 2026, to Saturday, September 26, 2026, with check-out on Sunday, September 27. The plan includes an appreciation ticket.No need to specify the visit date and timewhich is very convenient for independent travelers. Even if there are changes in weather, shopping, or restaurant reservations, you can arrange your exhibition viewing time more flexibly.

The participating hotels are all located along the Keihan line or in the Osaka city center, offering convenient access to the Nakanoshima Museum of Art, Osaka. Nakanoshima itself is also perfect for a leisurely stroll, with riverside views, cafes, and multiple art museums nearby. It is recommended to treat visiting the exhibition not just as a photo opportunity, but as a half-day cultural exploration itinerary.

How to choose a 4-star hotel?

Hotel Keihan Kyobashi Grande

The address is 2-1-38 Higashinodacho, Miyakojima-ku, Osaka City, directly connected to Kyobashi Station on the Keihan Electric Railway. JR Kyobashi Station and Osaka Metro Kyobashi Station are also nearby. If you want to plan your itinerary for Osaka Castle, the Kyobashi shopping district, or Kyoto, this location offers the most flexible transportation.

Hotel Keihan Tenmabashi Station.

The address is 2-13 Tenmabashi Kyomachi, Chuo-ku, Osaka, conveniently located near Keihan Electric Railway and Osaka Metro Tenmabashi Station, making it easy to reach the Nakanoshima Museum of Art, Osaka Castle, and Kyoto. It's ideal for travelers who want both convenient transportation and city accommodation.

Hotel Keihan Tenmabashi

The address is 1-2-10 Tanimachi, Chuo-ku, Osaka City, and it's about a 1-minute walk from Keihan Line and Osaka Metro Tenmabashi Station. The surrounding environment is relatively quiet, while also offering convenient access to Osaka Castle, Nakanoshima, and Kyoto. It is suitable for travelers who prefer a relaxed accommodation atmosphere.

Hotel Keihan Yodoyabashi

The address is 2-4-6 Kitahama, Chuo-ku, Osaka, about a 2-minute walk from Keihan Kitahama Station and a 5-minute walk from Osaka Metro Yodoyabashi Station. The Yodoyabashi and Kitahama areas are lined with cafes and are also close to Nakanoshima, making it a great area to combine art exhibitions, walks, and dinner in one day.

Exhibition and Accommodation Information

• Exhibition Name: Vermeer's "Girl with a Pearl Earring" Exhibition - Masterpieces of 17th Century Dutch Painting, A Miracle Returns to Japan
• Exhibition period: Friday, August 21, 2026 to Sunday, September 27, 2026
• Venue: 5th Floor Exhibition Room, Nakanoshima Museum of Art, Osaka
• 4-3-1 Nakanoshima, Kita-ku, Osaka-shi, Osaka-fu
• Accommodation booking period: Friday, June 5, 2026 to Friday, September 25, 2026
• Stay period: Friday, August 21, 2026 to Saturday, September 26, 2026, with check-out on Sunday, September 27.

Traveler's tip

The closest station to the National Museum of Art, Osaka is Watanabebashi Station on the Keihan Nakanoshima Line. However, it's also a pleasant walk from Yodoyabashi or Higobashi. To avoid crowds, it's recommended to visit on weekday mornings or before sunset. After your visit, you can plan to enjoy coffee in Kitahama or dinner in Umeda, adding an artistic and urban cultural ambiance to your Osaka trip.