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Located in a corner of the historic Hamamatsu Castle Park in Hamamatsu City, Shizuoka Prefecture, the Hamamatsu City Museum of Art is a prominent municipal art institution. The museum is distinguished by its specialized collection of Oriental art and crafts. A central highlight is its exquisite collection of traditional glass paintings from the 18th and 19th centuries. The museum systematically organizes works from Western, Chinese, and Japanese traditions, allowing visitors to trace the history of folk paintings (Minga). Furthermore, with an extensive collection of modern and contemporary Japanese and Western paintings, it serves as a facility where one can experience a wide range of Eastern aesthetic sensibilities.
The museum opened in July 1971 to commemorate the 60th anniversary of the city's establishment. Situated within the historic grounds of Hamamatsu Castle Park, it serves as a vital cultural hub for the region. The collection includes precious items such as the