Kariya City Art Museum

Kariya City Art Museum is an art museum in Kariya displaying modern and contemporary works across multiple gallery floors. The spaces are organized on different levels of the building to accommodate various collections and exhibition types.

The museum was established in June 1983 and grew to become a central cultural institution in the city. Over the following decades it accumulated works from numerous regional and national artists into a significant collection.

The museum presents rotating exhibitions featuring both Japanese and international artists in its galleries. Visitors encounter contemporary artistic works that reflect current creative practice and expression.

The museum is conveniently located and accessible by local transportation. It closes on Mondays, though discounted admission is available for students and older visitors.

The collection spans works from many different artists and documents artistic development across several decades. This broad perspective allows visitors to see how artistic practice and approaches have shifted over time.

Location: Kariya

Inception: June 11, 1983

Architects: Daiken Sekkei

Official opening: June 11, 1983

Address: 愛知県刈谷市住吉町4丁目5番地

Website: https://city.kariya.lg.jp/museum

GPS coordinates: 34.98558,137.00569

Latest update: December 14, 2025 09:45