[2025 Ratchaburi Attraction] Travel Guide for Tao Hong Tai d Kunst Contemporary Art Gallery (Updated Jul)

"Tao Hong Tai: d Kunst Art Space and Cafe", an art gallery that is more than an art space and "INFINiJUD", an endless journey of Ai Jot, art and community Tao Hong Tai: d Kunst Art Space and Cafe, or better known as d Kunst (Dee Khun), is a contemporary art gallery in Ratchaburi. Located in a Manila-style wooden building built in the late reign of King Rama V, it has been renovated into an art exhibition space and a café that blends ancient architecture with contemporary style. What makes d Kunst stand out is the preservation of the original architectural structure, while maintaining the charm of the ancient wooden building and modifying the interior space to perfectly meet contemporary needs. d Kunst was founded by Wasinburi Suphanichvoraphan, the third-generation heir of the famous Tao Hong Tai pottery factory, to be a public art space where art will become part of the way of life of people in the Ratchaburi community. This concept combines contemporary with community participation, reflecting the belief that art should not be limited to large art galleries in big cities, but should be accessible to everyone. With its location near the historical area of ​​Ratchaburi National Museum, d Kunst has become a meeting point for art lovers and a place that inspires people in the community as well as tourists. Here, art becomes a bridge connecting the past, present and future through various activities and exhibitions. This February, d Kunst is hosting the INFINiJUD exhibition, which takes us on an exploration of the endless journey of art and community through the metal sculpture “Ai Jood”, which represents continuous learning, connecting people with art, and a meaningful homecoming. “Ai Jood” is a creation by Wasinburi Supanichvoraphan, which began in 2007 in the Coming Closer series. “Ai Jood” is a life-size sculpture of a Thai dog, representing the intelligence, loyalty, and love of home and community that are unique characteristics of local Thai dogs. “Ai Jood” was originally made from ceramics along with other elements such as a German castle, a dwarf, a Thai jar, and a Thai child, all of which are part of Thai street culture. In 2008, “Ai Jood” was brought back to be displayed in the exhibition "Siamese Smile" on the occasion of the opening of the Bangkok Art and Culture Centre, this time "Ai Jot" received widespread attention and became a symbol of curiosity and openness towards contemporary art in Thai society. In 2013, 4 pieces of "Ai Jot" were installed at the Ratchaburi National Museum to serve as a bridge connecting viewers with local history through contemporary art, making it easier for people in the community who may not be familiar with art to access and learn about it. The return of "Ai Jot" to Tao Hong Tai: d Kunst Art Space and Cafe this time is a symbol of the never-ending journey of both art and community development. "Ai Jot" reflects the art that grows along with the community and inspires other areas in Thailand to see the importance of creating new things for their own communities. 📍Location: Tao Hong Tai: d Kunst Art Space and Cafe (Worachet Road, Na Mueang Subdistrict, Mueang Ratchaburi District Ratchaburi Province) ⏰️Open daily from 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. (Closed every Wednesday) 🚘 You can park your car on the roadside opposite the shop. #TaoHongTai #dKunst #INFINiJUD #ไอจด #InsomniaScene #Ratchaburi #trip #ExhibitionReview #PlacesToVisitNearBangkok #PlacesToVisitInRatchaburi #NewYearNewTrip

#TravelPlan Chill, chic, hip @ Ratchaburi Art City 📍 Tao Hong Tai Ceramic Factory, familiar with art works along the Ratchapracha Dam, on the Mae Klong River 🚞 Start at Thonburi Railway Station at 07.20, arrive at Ratchaburi Railway Station at 09.49, fare 22 baht 🏍️ Come out in front of the train station, call a Grab Bike to Tao Hong Tai Ceramic Factory, fare 50 baht 📸 There are many chic photo spots, walk and relax, see many types of ceramics, you can buy them to be packed and sent ☕ There is a coffee shop to relax and buy souvenirs ⚱️ If you want to have a small ceramic work done by yourself, there is a workshop to show your skills, the price of the work is 300 baht, the area to be sent back home 🏍️ Call a Grab Bike, Sanam Luang Market, fare 40 baht, have lunch 🚶♂️ Walk to digest food along the Ratchapracha Dam, starting from the area in front of the Ratchaburi National Museum Go to the end of Chulalongkorn Bridge, take pictures of various art works hidden on the walls and buildings. 🍹 Walk back to Dee Khun d-kunst, a contemporary art gallery next to the Ratchaburi Museum, sip a cold drink, and enjoy the art in a chill atmosphere. 🏍️ Walk to buy snacks and souvenirs in the Ratchaburi market, then call a Grab Bike to take you to Ratchaburi Railway Station, fare 40 baht, wait to board the train at 16.31 to return to Bangkok, get off at Bang Bamru Station at 18.37. 🎨 This trip plan is for those who love art, hip and chill.

The Tao Hong Tai factory in Ratchaburi is one of the few remaining original dragon jar factories in the province. Today, he has developed and created his products in many different styles and colors, making them beautiful and expensive products that are exported to many countries around the world. This factory allows tourists to freely admire the beautiful works. We can walk around the factory to see them. If we like them and want to own them, they have a delivery service. #dreamvoyage