Matsumoto City Museum

Matsumoto City Museum is a museum in Matsumoto, Japan that holds paintings, sculptures, and historical objects in multiple galleries. The building houses both permanent displays and rotating exhibitions throughout the year.

The building was founded over a century ago as an educational institution for the city. It was later transformed into a museum to preserve artworks and local heritage.

The museum displays works by artists from the Matsumoto region and offers insight into local artistic traditions. Visitors can see how these creations have shaped the city's artistic life.

The location is near Matsumoto Castle and accessible on foot from the town center. Plan time to walk through the galleries and explore the different exhibition spaces at a comfortable pace.

The museum holds a permanent collection of works by artist Yayoi Kusama, who was born in Matsumoto. The collection traces her artistic development from childhood through the creation of her signature dot patterns.

Location: Ōte

Inception: 1948

Official opening: September 21, 1906

Opening Hours: Monday-Sunday 08:30-16:30

Website: http://matsu-haku.com/matsuhaku

GPS coordinates: 36.23758,137.97061

Latest update: December 13, 2025 11:42