Hiratsuka Museum of Art, Art museum in Nishi-Yawata, Japan.
The Hiratsuka Museum of Art is located in Nishi-Yawata and houses approximately twelve thousand objects with emphasis on works from Japan's Shonan region. The museum displays a wide range of art forms across multiple exhibition spaces.
The museum was founded in 1991 and formed part of Kanagawa Prefecture's cultural expansion during that period. The architecture was designed by Nikken Sekkei as a contemporary art venue.
The museum regularly displays works by artists from the Shonan region alongside international pieces through rotating exhibitions. The collection focuses on Japanese art and gives visitors insight into local artistic traditions.
The museum is about 20 minutes by train from JR Hiratsuka station and provides 70 parking spaces for visitors. Opening hours are Tuesday through Sunday from 9:30 to 17:00.
The museum features a digital catalog system that allows visitors online access to its extensive collection. This system bridges traditional art preservation with modern documentation methods.
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