Kitakyushu Municipal Museum of Art
Museum type :
Art Museum

Established in :
19th Century

Holidays :
Sunday

Visiting Hours :
9:30 - 17:30

Contact No :
+81-(0)93-882-7777

Location :
Kitakyushu, Fukuoka Prefecture , Japan

Display Objects :

The museum houses more than 6,000 pieces of art, as well as offering various exhibitions throughout the year. The surrounding park not only offers a pleasant view over Tobata but is also a peaceful oasis with artwork in the form of sculptures scattered throughout.




Description :

The Kitakyushu Municipal Museum of Art is located in the city of Kitakyushu, Japan. Established in 1969, it is one of the oldest public art museums in Japan. The museum's collection encompasses over 9,000 works from both modern and contemporary international and Japanese artists, from the 19th century to the present. The museum's permanent collections focus on a variety of media, including painting, sculpture, prints, photography, and installations.

Notable works include the "White" series by Yayoi Kusama, a selection of works by Japanese artist Takashi Murakami, and a range of prints by Katsushika Hokusai. The museum also has a collection of works by contemporary artists such as Yoko Ono and Yoshitomo Nara. The museum also hosts various temporary exhibitions, such as traveling exhibitions from other institutions and special exhibits. In addition, the museum also hosts educational programs, such as lectures and workshops, to promote an appreciation of the visual arts. The museum also has a library with a collection of books about art and art history, as well as a cafe.