Kurashiki City Art Museum

Kurashiki City Art Museum is an art museum housed in a modernist building with clean lines and geometric design. The structure contains galleries showcasing works from different periods and artistic traditions.

This building was constructed in 1960 as Kurashiki City Hall and served the municipal government for two decades. It was converted into a museum in 1983 after the city offices moved to a new location.

The collection shows the path of modern art in Japan through works by local artists. Visitors notice how these pieces represent different creative movements that shaped the country's artistic world.

This museum is within walking distance of Kurashiki Station, taking about 15 minutes on foot. It operates during morning and early evening hours with regular weekly closures.

The building was recognized as a Registered Tangible Cultural Property in 2020, honoring its architectural worth. This recognition shows how the city values preserving older structures and giving them new purposes.

Location: Kurashiki

Architects: Kenzō Tange

Official opening: November 1983

Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible

Address: 〒710-0046 岡山県倉敷市中央2-6-1

Website: https://city.kurashiki.okayama.jp/dd.aspx?menuid=14572

GPS coordinates: 34.59469,133.76894

Latest update: December 13, 2025 11:44