Tanimura Museum (Hisui-en & Gyokusui-en)
Tanimura Art Museum
Experience serenity at Tanimura Museum in Itoigawa, Niigata, where art meets nature.Explore this spot
Tanimura Museum is a cultural sanctuary nestled in the lush natural environment of Itoigawa City, Niigata Prefecture. Adjacent to the museum lies Gyokusui-en, a viewing-style garden established in 1981.
What makes it special
About Tanimura Museum (Hisui-en & Gyokusui-en)
- Witness the breathtaking scale of the massive natural stone Kannon statue within a vast Japanese garden.
- Experience the artistry of Gyokusui-en, which uses the surrounding mountains and rivers as borrowed scenery.
- Enjoy the ever-changing seasonal beauty of the harmony between nature and stone.
- Immerse yourself in a serene, contemplative environment where the museum and garden become one.
Weather forecast
Mon
8/3
29°/26°
70%
Tue
8/4
29°/27°
100%
Wed
8/5
32°/28°
72%
Thu
8/6
32°/27°
100%
Fri
8/7
31°/26°
100%
Sat
8/8
31°/25°
96%
Sun
8/9
30°/24°
92%
Tips
Payment
Cash and Credit Cards accepted (Please confirm details on-site)
English Support
Check for English signage/availability on-site
Reservations
No advanced reservation required
Clothing
Comfortable walking shoes are recommended for garden strolls
Photography
Please follow the facility's photography rules
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible parking and restrooms are available
Etiquette
Please maintain a quiet atmosphere to protect the garden's plants and stone structures
