Nara Prefectural Museum of Art

The Nara Prefectural Museum of Art features a collection of 4,100 items, including paintings and artworks from Japanese artists throughout different periods.

Inaugurated in March 1973, the museum building was designed by architect Mitsuo Katayama as part of a cultural development initiative in the Nara region.

The museum maintains rotating exhibitions every two to three months, presenting both traditional Japanese art from the Edo and Meiji periods and contemporary works.

Located at 10-6 Noborioji-cho, the museum operates from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM and offers admission rates of 400 yen for adults and 250 yen for students.

The museum provides English explanations for most exhibited pieces and organizes regular workshops for families to engage with Japanese art techniques.

Location: Nara

Inception: 1973

Architects: Mitsuo Katayama

Official opening: March 1973

Address: 10-6 Noboriojicho, Nara, 630-8213 630-8213 630-8213

Phone: +81742233968

Website: https://pref.nara.jp/11842.htm

GPS coordinates: 34.68586,135.83258

Latest update: March 4, 2025 12:15