Ōita Art Museum

The Ōita Art Museum features over 3,300 artworks in a building that connects with the natural setting of Uenogaoka Park.

The museum, designed by architect Shozo Uchii, opened its doors on February 17, 1999, and received the BCS Prize for architectural excellence.

The permanent collection includes works by regional artists like Chikuden Tanomura, who specialized in bungo nanga style landscape paintings influenced by Song China.

Located 25 minutes on foot from Ōita Station's north exit, the museum opens daily from 10:00 AM to 7:00 PM with last entry at 6:30 PM.

A 21-foot elephant statue marks the entrance of the museum, serving as a meeting point and visual reference for visitors approaching the building.

Location: Ōita

Inception: 1999

Architects: Shozo Uchii

Official opening: February 17, 1999

Address: 〒870-0832 大分市大字上野865番地 870-0832

Phone: +81975545800

Website: http://city.oita.oita.jp/bunkasports/bunka/bijutsukan

GPS coordinates: 33.22333,131.60179

Latest update: March 11, 2025 12:21