Shizuoka City Keisuke Serizawa Museum

Overview

The Shizuoka City Keisuke Serizawa Museum showcases the works of Keisuke Serizawa, renowned as a leading figure in "Kata-e-zome," a traditional Japanese dyeing technique. Serizawa participated in the "Mingei" (Folk Crafts) movement in the 1950s, promoting the beauty of traditional Japanese crafts. His philosophy and techniques continue to inspire many artists today. At the Shizuoka City Keisuke Serizawa Museum, you can experience the allure and culture of traditional Japanese crafts through Serizawa's work. The museum's architecture is a masterpiece by Seiichi Shirai, a giant of modern architecture. Shirai is known for his functional yet artistic buildings, and the Shizuoka City Keisuke Serizawa Museum is one of his representative works. The building harmonizes with the surrounding natural environment, presenting a dignified presence in serene surroundings. In addition to Serizawa's works, the museum displays his collection of ethnographic materials. Serizawa explored the roots of Japanese traditional crafts through these materials, collected from around the world. This collection provides invaluable insight into Serizawa's philosophy and sensibility. The Shizuoka City Keisuke Serizawa Museum allows you to experience the charm of Japanese traditional crafts through Serizawa's works, while also appreciating the unique architecture designed by Seiichi Shirai. We highly recommend a visit.