Kitakyushu Municipal Museum of Art
A art museum in Fukuoka — fine collections and architecture.
Overview
The Kitakyushu Municipal Museum of Art is located in Tobata Ward, Kitakyushu, Fukuoka Prefecture. Designed by the architect Arata Isozaki, the building sits on a hill. Its main building and annex stand in Tobata Ward, and it has been selected among Japan's 100 Best Public Buildings.
Highlights
- ●A building designed by the architect Arata Isozaki
- ●A main building and annex set on a hill
- ●Recognized among Japan's 100 Best Public Buildings
- ●Exhibitions held throughout the year
History
The museum opened on November 3, 1974. It was designed by Arata Isozaki, one of Japan's leading architects, with the building placed on a hill. The main building and annex are located in Tobata Ward, and the museum has been selected among Japan's 100 Best Public Buildings.
Access
The museum stands on a hill in Tobata Ward, Kitakyushu, Fukuoka Prefecture, overlooking the town of Tobata.
Best season
As an indoor exhibition facility, it can be visited year-round, with a variety of special exhibitions held depending on the season.
Map
33.8699, 130.8265 · Wikidata
Suggested itinerary
- 1Head to the main building set on the hill
- 2Take in the exterior of the building designed by Arata Isozaki
- 3View the exhibitions in the main building and annex
- 4Finish by enjoying the view over Tobata from the surrounding park
Did you know?
💡 It has been selected among Japan's 100 Best Public Buildings.
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