Asahikawa Museum of Sculpture

The Asahikawa Museum of Sculpture exhibits regional and national artwork in a building that features traditional Giyōfū architectural elements with western design influences.

The structure began as an officers' social club for the Imperial Japanese Army's 7th Division in 1902 before transforming into a sculpture museum in 1994.

The museum maintains collections dedicated to Japanese sculptor Teijiro Nakahara while organizing temporary exhibitions featuring works from northern Hokkaido artists.

Located ten minutes from JR Asahikawa Station, the museum opens daily from 9:30 AM to 5:00 PM with an admission fee of 170 yen for permanent exhibitions.

The museum presents the annual Teijiro Nakahara Award ceremony on October 3rd, recognizing excellence in sculpture on the namesake artist's birthday.

Location: Asahikawa

Inception: 1902

Official opening: June 1, 1994

Architectural style: Giyōfū architecture

Part of: Eight Views of Asahikawa

Website: http://city.asahikawa.hokkaido.jp/files/bunkashinko/sculpture_mus

GPS coordinates: 43.80521,142.36470

Latest update: March 11, 2025 14:36