Suntory Museum
Museum type :
Art and Civilization Museum

Established in :
November 3,1994

Holidays :
Wednesday

Visiting Hours :
10:00 to 20:00

Contact No :
+81 (0)6 6313 0501

Location :
Osaka , Japan

Display Objects :

This cultural complex features a Gallery for exhibitions and an IMAX Theater with a gigantic 3-D screen, incorporated with a Museum Shop, cafe, and lounge. Its unique architectural concept with a drum in the shape of an inverted cone embracing a sphere and two rectangular parallelepipeds stretching outward to the sea was designed by Osaka's own internationally-renowned architect Tadao Ando. The Gallery, which aims to showcase arts and designs in "easy-to-understand and enjoyable" exhibitions, owns a well-balanced collection of over 15,000 poster masterpieces by artists, such as Toulouse-Lautrec, Mucha, and Cassandre.




Description :

The Suntory Museum of Art is a museum in Tokyo, Japan, dedicated to the history and appreciation of art. It was established in 1961 and is one of the leading art museums in the country. The museum houses a wide range of artwork and artifacts from across the world, including works from Europe and Asia. It also hosts special exhibitions throughout the year. In addition to its permanent exhibitions, the museum also holds lectures, workshops, and other educational events. The Suntory Museum of Art is divided into four main galleries: the Main Gallery, the Japanese Gallery, the Special Exhibition Gallery, and the Café Gallery.

The Main Gallery features traditional and contemporary art from Japan and around the world, while the Japanese Gallery focuses on Japanese art from the Edo period to the present day. The Special Exhibition Gallery showcases special exhibitions with a variety of themes, while the Café Gallery serves as a café and offers a range of art-related activities. The museum also offers a variety of educational programs, such as lectures, workshops, and art classes. These programs are designed to help visitors gain a deeper understanding of art and its history. Additionally, the museum has a library and a research center for those who want to further explore the subject.