Sapporo Art Museum, Art museum in Geijutsunomori, Japan.
The Sapporo Art Museum is an art museum in the Geijutsunomori district of Sapporo, Japan, set within the grounds of Sapporo Art Park, with both a permanent collection and rotating exhibitions of Japanese and international art. The collection is organized into five categories, covering a wide range of styles and periods.
The museum opened in 1990 as the first major institution for contemporary art in northern Japan. Its founding came at a time when Hokkaido was beginning to develop its own art scene.
The museum regularly shows works by artists from Hokkaido alongside pieces from other parts of Japan and abroad. The themed exhibitions change over time, so each visit tends to feel different from the last.
The museum sits within the large grounds of Sapporo Art Park, so it is worth setting aside extra time to also explore the surrounding area. In winter, snow can make the grounds harder to navigate, so sturdy footwear is a good idea.
The grounds of Sapporo Art Park contain an open-air sculpture area with 74 works placed among trees and open land, which remain accessible even in winter under snow. The changing seasons alter how each piece looks, making the same walk feel different depending on when you visit.
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