Notojima Glass Art Museum

The Notojima Glass Art Museum features modern glass sculptures, traditional artifacts, and 13 outdoor installations set against the island's agricultural surroundings and sea views.

Architect Kikō Mozuna designed this specialized glass art institution, which opened its doors in 1991 following the construction of the Notojima Bridge.

The museum displays glass interpretations of works by Pablo Picasso and Marc Chagall, created by Italian artist Egidio Constantini, alongside Chinese and Japanese glass collections.

The museum operates from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM during spring through autumn, and 9:00 AM to 4:30 PM in winter, with an entrance fee of 800 yen.

Exhibition spaces include a descending corridor and curved rooms that house delicate Chinese glass pieces featuring interior painting techniques on miniature bottles.

Location: Nanao

Architects: Kikō Mozuna

Official opening: 1991

Website: https://nanao-af.jp/glass

GPS coordinates: 37.13712,136.99658

Latest update: March 19, 2025 13:48