What to know
The Nagasaki Prefectural Art Museum (Nagasaki-ken Bijutsukan) is a modern, spacious complex beautifully situated by Nagasaki's port. Designed by renowned architect Kuma Kengo, it opened in 2005 and houses permanent collections of art connected to Nagasaki, along with a significant Spanish art collection. The museum also hosts temporary exhibitions.
Constructed with glass and stone, the museum feels airy and bright, featuring multiple exhibition galleries. The Suma Collection showcases Spanish art from medieval to contemporary times, including works by legendary artists like Picasso. It was started by Suma Yakichiro while he served as a diplomat in Spain during the 1940s. Another collection focuses on Nagasaki-related art, including pieces by local artists.
A highlight of the museum is its roof garden, consisting of lawn areas separated by a paved walkway. There are seating spots with lovely views of the port and city. The roof garden is accessible from both inside and outside the museum, so it's open to everyone, not just museum visitors.
The Nagasaki Prefectural Art Museum is a five-minute walk from both the Dejima tram stop (five minutes from Nagasaki Station) and the Medical Center tram stop.
Visitor information
Practical details to check before planning this stop.
- Hours
- 10:00 to 20:00
- Closed
- Second and fourth Monday of each month (or following day if Monday is a national holiday), New Year holidays
- Admission
- 420 yen (~$2.69) (permanent exhibition)
- English name
- Nagasaki Prefectural Art Museum
- Original name
- Nagasaki Prefectural Art Museum
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