Car: Approx. 60 minutes from the Ueda-Sugawara IC or the Tobu Yunohira IC on the Joshinetsu Expressway. Approx. 65 minutes from the Matsumoto IC on the Nagano Expressway. Approx. 40 minutes from Wada Pass on the Venus Line. Show route
Op.Hours
9:00 AM to 5:00 PM (Last entry at 4:30 PM)
Cld.Days
Winter Closure (Late November to mid-April)
Fee
¥1,000 for adults, ¥800 for university and high school students, ¥700 for junior high and elementary school students
INFO
Please use the parking lot at the Michinoku Highway Rest Area, Mikasa Highland.
Access to the museum is via the Venus Line.
The museum is closed during winter.
The Mikasa Highland Museum of Art, a sister museum of the Hakone Open-Air Museum, sits at an elevation of 2,000 meters on the Mikasa Highland. Its expansive grounds showcase contemporary sculptures from around the world, creating a truly heavenly art space where you can simultaneously enjoy breathtaking nature and art. The stunning views of the Northern Alps from the museum are beyond words. On a clear day, you can even see Mount Fuji, offering a panoramic vista of unparalleled beauty.
In spring, the area bursts with vibrant *renge-tsutsuji* (literally, “lotus bellflower”; a type of azalea), painting the highland in a sea of pink. Summer reveals lush green grasslands, offering a refreshing breeze. Autumn brings breathtaking foliage, with fiery reds and yellows that are works of art in themselves. Surrounding the museum are walking trails, enhancing the enjoyment of both nature and art.
The museum exhibits not only sculptures but also paintings and photographs. Various events are held throughout the year, including workshops and concerts, providing a rich array of activities.
The Mikasa Highland Museum of Art is a truly heavenly art space where nature and art merge seamlessly. It's a place where you can create unforgettable memories, experiencing contemporary sculpture art while surrounded by majestic scenery.
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