Osaka Culturarium at Tempozan

Osaka Culturarium at Tempozan is an art museum featuring multiple galleries spread across several floors within a modern building. The spaces showcase rotating art exhibitions and cultural programs year-round.

The building opened in 1994 as Suntory Museum and was originally created to mark a company milestone and revitalize the port area. It has since become an important cultural venue in the region.

The museum displays works by Japanese and international artists and invites visitors to explore cultural connections through exhibitions and interactive programs. It serves as a gathering place for people interested in contemporary art and creative exchange.

The museum is easy to reach and sits just a short walk from Osakako Station on the Osaka Metro. It offers lecture rooms, a theater, a shop, and a cafe for visitors.

The building was designed by Tadao Ando and won an architectural prize for how it blends concrete with natural light. Strategically placed windows allow daylight to reach all galleries and enhance the experience of viewing art.

Location: Kaigandori

Inception: November 3, 1994

Architects: Tadao Ando

Official opening: November 3, 1994

Address: 1 Chome-5-10 Kaigandori, Minato Ward, Osaka, 552-0022

Website: https://osaka-c-t.jp

GPS coordinates: 34.65380,135.43000

Latest update: December 8, 2025 19:58