Hyogo Prefectural Museum of Art

Overview

The Hyogo Prefectural Museum of Art opened in 2002, succeeding the Hyogo Prefectural Museum of Modern Art, which was damaged in the Great Hanshin-Awaji Earthquake of 1995. The modern concrete building designed by architect Tadao Ando is worth seeing for its architectural beauty alone. Inside, the passageways are designed to make the building itself an object of appreciation, further enhancing the modern art on display. In 2019, the "Ando Gallery," a permanent exhibition facility displaying Ando's architectural models and drawings, was opened. The collection includes over 7,000 works, encompassing a wide range of genres such as Western painting, Japanese painting, sculpture, and prints. Special exhibitions are also held regularly, offering new discoveries each time you visit. Next to the museum is a large park where you can feel the sea breeze and relax. The view of the sea from the museum is truly spectacular, allowing you to feel connected to nature while in the city. With its architecture by Ando, its collection of modern art, and its stunning sea views, the Hyogo Prefectural Museum of Art is a must-visit spot when visiting Kobe.