Hyōgo Prefectural Museum of Art Ōji Branch Haradanomori Gallery

The Hyogo Prefectural Museum of Art Ōji Branch Haradanomori Gallery is an art museum in Kobe featuring multiple exhibition spaces across its structure. The main exhibition room on the second floor ranks among the largest in the country and accommodates diverse artistic presentations.

The building was founded in 1970 as the Hyogo Prefectural Museum of Modern Art and operated as a major art institution in the region for decades. In 2002 it underwent a transition and became the Haradanomori Gallery branch with a renewed focus.

The gallery regularly showcases works by local and emerging artists across photography, sculpture, and design disciplines. It serves as a platform where creative practitioners can share their work with visitors from the region and beyond.

The location is accessible by public transport with parking options nearby, and opening hours extend through most of the day. Plan your visit on a weekday when possible, as the gallery is closed Mondays and weekends tend to draw larger crowds.

The building was designed by renowned Japanese architect Togo Murano and displays distinctive modern architecture that complements the artworks inside. The collection of outdoor sculptures originates from the original era as a modern art museum and contributes to the site's overall composition.

Location: Harada-dōri

Architects: Togo Murano

Official opening: October 1, 2002

Website: https://hyogo-arts.or.jp/harada

GPS coordinates: 34.70861,135.21389

Latest update: December 11, 2025 11:00