Akita Museum of Art

Art Museum

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This art museum located in the Nakadori district of Akita Prefecture’s Akita City opened in 1967. It moved to its present location in 2013, and was redesigned by architect Tadao Ando. The museum stores and exhibits numerous famous artworks, though the bulk of its collection is from 1930s Western-style painter Tsuguharu Foujita. Sights to see include the more than 20-meter long mural “Annual Events in Akita.” The unique architecture is a must-see, featuring elements such as a spiral stairway without any supports and a pond that looks out towards Senshu Park.

Spot details

Address: Akita Pref. Akitashi Nakadori 1-4-2
Area: Central Akita / Oga Peninsula Area
Phone: 0188538686
Hours: 10:00-18:00(Last entry17:30)
Closed: Irregular holidays
Fees: Different for each exhibition
Parking Lot: Not available
Credit Card: Not available
Smoking: Not available
Wi-Fi: Not available
Note: Temporary suspension:Closed until June 5, 2020 (Information as of June 2, 2020)
* Information may be changed, so please be sure to check the official information.
Average budget: [Lunch] 1,001-3,000yen
Estimated stay time: 30-60 minutes
Wheelchair accessible: Available
Infant friendly: Available

Information Sources: NAVITIME JAPAN

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Review

More building than content

Reviewedï¼2020.01.03

When I visited, I was surprised that I could not pay my entry with credit card. After a walk for an ATM, and two shop later, ATM didnt work at he first shop, I finally got in. The only impressive...
Words are not enough

Reviewedï¼2019.12.20

I wrote a review about this amazing gem of a museum when I first visited but its gone so I am reiterating my love now because I think its worth it. The guide book gave this a rating of...
A type of its own

Reviewedï¼2019.05.03

Unless you are an ardent supporter of modern arts painting, this museum (which is not a huge one) has little to offer. The large mural painting depicting the daily life and events of Akita is perhaps...