The Suiboku Museum, Toyama

The Suiboku Museum in Toyama is an art museum focused on Japanese ink paintings and contemporary Japanese artworks. The building spans a single story and incorporates a traditional garden and tea room as part of its design.

The museum opened in 1999 as a specialized institution dedicated to preserving and displaying Japanese ink paintings. Its founding was part of Toyama's effort to protect and share its artistic heritage.

The name comes from Suiboku, the Japanese ink painting tradition that emphasizes brushwork and minimalism. Visitors can see how this approach shaped the museum's whole design, from the garden layout to the way artworks are displayed in sparse, thoughtful arrangements.

The museum features multiple exhibition halls with rotating displays plus a tea pavilion for refreshment. Visitors should wear comfortable shoes since exploring the garden and galleries involves considerable walking.

The museum operates two dedicated gallery spaces that focus exclusively on traditional Japanese crafts and artworks. These specialized collections rotate regularly, giving visitors reason to return and discover new pieces on each visit.

Location: Toyama

Inception: April 29, 1999

Official opening: April 29, 1999

Phone: 0764313719

Website: https://pref.toyama.jp/1738/miryokukankou/bunka/bunkazai/3044

GPS coordinates: 36.69906,137.19650

Latest update: December 11, 2025 11:09