Gunma has many wonderful museums of all genres.
There are museums all over the place where excellent art harmonizes with nature such as mountains, forests, and lakes.
This time I would like to introduce you to Gunma's art museums.
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Tatara / Gunma Prefectural Tatebayashi Museum of Art
Maebashi / Arts Maebashi
Kita Fujioka / Gunma Museum of Modern Art
Ota / Ota City Museum of Art and Library
Joshu Nanokaichi / Tomioka City Art Museum
Kobe / Tomihiro Museum of Art
Kiryu / Okawa Art Museum
Shibukawa / Takehisa Yumeji Ikaho Memorial Museum
Takasaki / Takasaki City Tower Art Museum
Takasaki / Takasaki City Art Museum
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Tatara / Gunma Prefectural Tatebayashi Museum of Art
It opened in 2001 to provide many prefectural residents with the opportunity to appreciate works of art and to promote art.
We exhibit and collect works from Japan and abroad with a focus on modern art, with a theme of "nature and humans."
You can admire the work ``Polar Bear'' by French sculptor François Pompon. The exhibition room containing François Pompon's sculptures is made of glass, so you can view them while looking out at the outside scenery.
The building is in harmony with nature, and the scenery is beautiful. On sunny days, the museum is soothing with blue skies and lush green lawns.
The modern annex building on the premises is also a highlight.
[Exhibition information]
January 28, 2023 - April 2, 2023: Yamanaka Gen Exhibition Painted Poetry
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2003 Hyuga-cho, Tatebayashi City, Gunma Prefecture |
Maebashi / Arts Maebashi
It opened in 2013 with the concepts of "being creative," "sharing with everyone," and "being interactive."
The collection mainly displays and collects works by artists who are active in Japan and have ties to Maebashi City.
We use commissioned work, and interesting works that you will want to look for are displayed both inside and outside the museum.
We regularly hold workshops, viewing tours, and talk events, so even those with little knowledge of art can enjoy the museum.
It's easily accessible, about a 10-minute walk from Maebashi Station, so be sure to stop by when you're in Maebashi.
[Exhibition information]
November 19, 2022 to March 5, 2023: Potential scenery
November 19, 2022 - March 5, 2022: Sakutaro Hagiwara Encyclopedia 2022 -Sakutaro and photos-
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5-1-16 Chiyoda-cho, Maebashi City, Gunma Prefecture |
Kita Fujioka / Gunma Museum of Modern Art
Opened in 1974 in Gunma no Mori Park, a spacious green lawn.
We display and collect outstanding works by artists connected to Gunma Prefecture, modern art from Japan and abroad, and contemporary figurative expressions.
At the exhibition, you can view a variety of works from famous Western painters to private collections.
The building was designed by Arata Isozaki, one of Japan's leading architects, who won the 27th Architectural Institute of Japan Award for this construction.
There is also a museum within the park, so be sure to check it out as well.
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January 21st to April 9th, 2023: Creating a place for art Art spaces in Gunma from the 1970s to the 1990s
January 14th - April 9th, 2023: Collection Exhibition: Shusaku Arakawa
January 14th - April 9th, 2023: Collection Exhibition: Contemporary Art Ⅲ
January 14th - April 9th, 2023: Collection Exhibition: Japanese and Western Modern Art Ⅲ
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Gunma no Mori Park, 992-1 Watanukicho, Takasaki City, Gunma Prefecture |
Ota / Ota City Museum of Art and Library
Opened in 2017 as a library and art museum complex.
The building was designed by Akihisa Hirata and is an architectural work that combines art, nature, and daily life.
The inside of the building is structured like a maze, and you can experience the excitement of going to each space, such as an art museum or library.
There is no permanent exhibition, but artwork is displayed at regular exhibitions.
There are stylish cafes and libraries, and the advantage is that you can spend your time in a comfortable place.
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February 18th – May 7th, 2023: Namuhamudahamu Exhibition “Kaiki! Haisetsutoshi”
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16-30 Higashihonmachi, Ota City, Gunma Prefecture |
Joshu Nanokaichi / Tomioka City Art Museum
Opened in Momijidaira Comprehensive Park in 1995.
We exhibit works by Ichiro Fukuzawa, an important artist in modern art, works by artists with ties to Tomioka City, and historical materials about Tomioka City.
The facility has many exhibition rooms related to Fukuzawa, including a room that recreates Fukuzawa's atelier and a room that focuses on Fukuzawa's masterpieces.
The museum also holds special exhibitions that are not particular about genre, so even those who don't know about Ichiro Fukuzawa can easily visit the museum.
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January 21st to March 12th, 2023: Collection Exhibition -Looking at the Earth-
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https://www.city.tomioka.lg.jp/www/genre/0000000000000/1387242529968/index.html |
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351-1 Kurokawa, Tomioka City, Gunma Prefecture |
Kobe / Tomihiro Museum of Art
It opened in 1991 as an art museum exhibiting Tomihiro Hoshino's watercolor poems.
The museum is located in Higashi Village, which is rich in nature, and stands in a scenic spot on the banks of Lake Kusaki.
There are works of art that are heart-touching paintings and poems that soothe the hearts of those who see them and make them feel tenderness.
There is a promenade nearby, and you can smell the plants and feel the breeze while walking, so please give it a try.
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86 Kusaki, Higashimachi, Midori City, Gunma Prefecture |
Kiryu / Okawa Art Museum
It was opened in 1989 by Eiji Okawa, a native of Kiryu City, to display works by domestic and international artists collected over the past 40 years.
The museum has approximately 6,500 works in its collection, including works by Shunsuke Matsumoto, Hideo Noda, and artists related to these two artists. The museum also exhibits works by Western artists such as Picasso, Miró, and Rouault, who influenced Matsumoto and Noda.
It's a museum that you can enjoy even if you're not familiar with art, as it has a wide range of genres and works by famous artists, so it's worth seeing.
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January 14th - March 12th, 2023: 110th Anniversary of His Birth Shunsuke Matsumoto Drawing 50
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3-69 Ozone-cho, Kiryu City, Gunma Prefecture |
Shibukawa / Takehisa Yumeji Ikaho Memorial Museum
It opened in 1981 to exhibit the works of Yumeji Takehisa, a painter representing the Taisho Romantic period.
Takehisa's retro paintings and illustrations are displayed in a Western-style building that gives you a sense of the times, making it an irresistible space for Taisho romance fans.
The grounds, known as the Taisho Roman Forest, are dotted with buildings such as the main building, the Taisho Roman Museum, Yumeji Kurofunekan, and the new building, Gizanro.
On the first floor of Kurofunekan, you can listen to the sounds of a large music box.
Please stop by when you go to Ikaho Onsen.
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April 2022 - May 8, 2023: Yumeji's children's drawings Children playing in the hometown of dreams
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544-119 Ikaho, Ikaho-cho, Shibukawa-shi, Gunma Prefecture |
Takasaki / Takasaki City Tower Art Museum
Opened in 2001 as an art museum that mainly exhibits Japanese paintings.
The collection houses and exhibits works by leading Japanese painters such as Yokoyama Taikan and Ikuo Hirayama, as well as works by modern and contemporary Japanese painters.
The contents of the exhibition are mainly Japanese paintings, so it is the best place for Japanese painting lovers.
This art museum is easily accessible from Takasaki Station and allows you to easily enjoy fine Japanese paintings.
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February 4th - March 21st, 2023: Special Exhibition Mt.
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Takasaki Tower 21, 3-23 Sakaemachi, Takasaki City, Gunma Prefecture |
Takasaki / Takasaki City Art Museum
It opened in 1991 as a facility for Takasaki's arts and culture in response to requests from citizens.
Works are collected and exhibited from various genres such as paintings, sculptures, and glass.
Special exhibitions include works by artists connected to Takasaki City, as well as exhibitions with interesting concepts.
Also on the premises is the former Inoue Fusaichiro residence, where you can see the architectural style of famous architect Antonin Raymond.
Ladder Art Museum is recommended as it is close to Takasaki City Tower Art Museum.
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February 4, 2023 - March 26, 2023: 100th Anniversary of Soichiro Tomioka Dyed in White / Simultaneously held Special Exhibition Mamiko Nakamura
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110-27 Yashimacho, Takasaki City, Gunma Prefecture |
summary
This time, we introduced Gunma's art museums.
There were a variety of things to see, including art museums nestled in Gunma's rich nature and art museums that were particular about architecture.
All the museums are very nice.
When you go to Gunma, please try visiting various museums.
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