Karuizawa Picture Book Museum

The Karuizawa Picturebook Museum spans 15,000 square meters within the Forest of Muse, featuring exhibition halls, a library, and gardens integrated into natural surroundings.

Established in July 1990, the museum preserves and exhibits picture books from their western introduction over three centuries ago through contemporary publications.

The First Exhibition Hall contains research materials from Shinichi Yoshida, a western children's literature scholar, including an extensive collection of Peter Rabbit materials.

The museum operates from March to November, 9:30 AM to 5:00 PM, with adult admission at 1,000 yen and reduced rates for students.

The facility maintains a specialized library of 1,800 western picture books and includes Peter Rabbit's Secret Room, created for the character's 150th anniversary.

Location: Nagakura

Inception: July 1990

Architects: 類グループ

Official opening: July 1990

Website: https://museen.org/kan/ehon

GPS coordinates: 36.32675,138.59742

Latest update: March 7, 2025 23:04