The Museum of Art, Kochi

4.0

This art museum opened in 1993 in Kochi City, Kochi Prefecture and is known for its over 1,200 items comprising a global collection of Marc Chagall’s works. There are also many other works of modern and contemporary art on display, as well as art by local artists. The collection-based exhibits regularly rotate works from among its massive collection. The building also includes a hall for the performance arts and a photography center showcasing the works of Kochi-born photographer Yasuhiro Ishimoto. Various exhibitions and workshops are held as well.

Spot details

Address: Kouchi Pref. Kouchishi Takasu 353-2 Map
Area: Kochi City Area
Phone: 0888668000
Hours: 9:00-17:00(Latest entry)
Closed: open everyday (excluding New Year's Holiday, may be closed)
Fees: [Collection exhibition] 370yen
*Special exhibitions vary depending on the exhibition
Parking Lot: Available(Cars144spaces, Bus 10spaces, 2spaces for disabled vehicles)
Credit Card: Available(VISA, MasterCard, JCB, AMEX, UnionPay, DISCOVER, Diners Club)
Smoking: Not available
Can be enjoyed even on a rainy day: Yes
Average budget: [Lunch] 1-1,000yen
Estimated stay time: 30-60 minutes
Wheelchair accessible: Available
Infant friendly: Available

Information Sources: NAVITIME JAPAN

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Review

A lovely museum that features the work of an excellent Japanese.

Reviewed : 2020.02.17

We particularly liked the pictures that the artist painted along the Silk Road. His use of vivid colors isa highlight of his work.
A delightful surprise

Reviewed : 2018.12.02

Wed been pretty disappointed by the quality of local art galleries in Japan but this was a delightful exception. The architecture is striking, apparently modelled on a traditional building, and...
充実の地方美術館

Reviewed : 2022.06.05

日本の地方美術館の健闘が目につく。古いがユニークな建物、安い入場料だが充実した内容。シャガールは勿論のこと、ムンク等の作品を集めた版画展が素晴らしかった。２年前コロナ休館で見れなかったが今回見れて満足である。