Nagoya City Art Museum
The museum boasts a diverse collection that ranges from works by local artists such as Setsuko Migishi, Seison Maeda, and Gyokudo Kawai to pieces from the École de Paris, the Mexican Renaissance, and contemporary art. Notably, it holds and displays works by internationally acclaimed artists such as Amedeo Modigliani, Frida Kahlo, and Shuji Nakagawa.
Visitors can enjoy the building itself as an artwork, with many creative elements incorporated into its design. The interior door frames and windows reflect Western architectural styles and Edo-period star charts, while outdoor arrangements feature landscapes of the Kiso River and the stone walls of Nagoya Castle.
The museum is also dedicated to educational outreach, offering extended hours on Friday evenings, lectures, concerts, guided tours, and programs for children. In this way, the Nagoya City Art Museum serves as a multifaceted facility that contributes to culture, education, and the local community, earning the affection of many.
Basic Information
- Spot Name
- Nagoya City Art Museum
- Location
- 〒460-0008 2-17-25 Sakae, Naka Ward, Nagoya City, Aichi Prefecture, inside Shirakawa Park of Arts and Sciences
- Access
- From Fushimi Station on the Higashiyama and Tsurumai Lines, take Exit 5 and walk south for 8 minutes.
From Osu Kannon Station on the Tsurumai Line, take Exit 2 and walk north for 7 minutes.
From Yabacho Station on the Meijo Line, take Exit 4 and walk west for 10 minutes. - Parking
- No parking available.
- Business Hours
- 9:30 AM to 5:00 PM
(Fridays excluding April 29 and September 23 are open until 8:00 PM) - Regular Holiday
- Monday (If it falls on a holiday, it will be open and closed on the following weekday.) Exhibition change period ◎ New Year's holiday.
- Fees
- [Permanent Exhibition] General 300 yen / High school and university students 200 yen
Residents of Nagoya City, 65 years and older 100 yen / Free for middle school students and younger
* Please present a student ID or senior citizen's handbook. - Contact Information
- Phone Number：052-212-0001
- Official Website
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