Himeji City Museum of Literature, Literary museum in Himeji, Japan.
The museum features two main cubic structures positioned at a 30-degree angle with a cylindrical exhibition area spanning 40 meters in diameter.
The museum opened in April 1991 to commemorate the centennial anniversary of Himeji becoming a municipality and honors philosopher Tetsuro Watsuji.
The permanent exhibition includes a Gallery Tracing the History of Himeji Castle and a Forest of Words Gallery showcasing local writers' contributions.
The museum operates from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM with admission fees of 450 yen for adults and includes parking space for 50 vehicles.
The building incorporates water features with a large pond and waterfall along entrance paths, designed by renowned architect Tadao Ando.
Location: Himeji
Inception: 1991
Architects: Tadao Ando
Official opening: April 1991
Address: 兵庫県姫路市山野井町84 670-0012
Website: http://himejibungakukan.jp
GPS coordinates: 34.84157,134.68840
Latest update: March 9, 2025 08:01
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