DIC Kawamura Museum of Art

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A museum nestled within a vast garden, boasting one of Japan's largest collections of modern and contemporary art.

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HighlightsOne of Japan's largest collections of modern and contemporary art
Mark Rothko's "Rothko Room"
Museum architecture reminiscent of a European castle
Spacious galleries for leisurely viewing
Beautiful gardens to stroll through throughout the year

Basic Information

Address: 631 Sakado, Sakura-shi, Chiba-ken Search for tourist attractions in Chiba

Access: A free shuttle bus runs from JR Sakura Station on the JR East Sōbu Main Line (20-minute ride) and from Keisei Sakura Station on the Keisei Main Line (30-minute ride). You can also take the Keisei Highway Bus from the No. 3 bus stop at Tokyo Station's Yaesu Exit. The bus is bound for the National Museum of Japanese History and takes approximately 1 hour and 20 minutes. Get off at the "DIC Kawamura Museum of Art" bus stop. Show route

Op.Hours: April-October 9:30 AM - 5:00 PM, November-March 9:30 AM - 4:30 PM

Cld.Days: Every Monday (the following day if Monday is a national holiday), year-end and New Year's holidays, and special maintenance periods.

Fee: Adults ¥1,600, University/High school students ¥1,200, Free for junior high school students and younger

INFO: Free parking available. Photography is prohibited inside the museum.

HP: https://kawamura-museum.dic.co.jp/

Overview

The DIC Kawamura Museum of Art was established to showcase the art collection amassed by three generations of the Kawamura family, beginning with Kisaburo Kawamura, the founder of DIC Corporation. Opened in 1990, it resides on the 300,000-square-meter grounds of DIC Corporation's comprehensive research institute. Designed by Ichiro Ebihara, the museum's architecture evokes the feel of a European castle or wine cellar. Inside, expansive gallery spaces—reminiscent of a gymnasium—provide ample room for the impressive collection of large-scale contemporary artworks. A particular highlight is the "Rothko Room," exclusively showcasing seven works by Mark Rothko, originally created for the Four Seasons Restaurant in New York's Seagram Building. A beautiful garden surrounding the museum offers a tranquil space for leisurely strolls throughout the year. On-site restaurants and cafes provide opportunities to relax and rejuvenate. The DIC Kawamura Museum of Art offers a unique opportunity to engage with modern art, connect with nature, and refresh both body and mind.

DIC Kawamura Museum of Art

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