Wakita Museum of Art, Art museum in Karuizawa, Japan
The Wakita Museum of Art exhibits oil paintings, drawings, and prints across two floors, featuring curved walls and natural lighting throughout the exhibition spaces.
Japanese painter Kazu Wakita established this museum in 1991, designing both the building architecture and contributing his personal collection of western-style artworks.
The museum displays a range of artistic styles, from traditional Japanese techniques to contemporary international works, reflecting the evolution of art in Japan.
Located ten minutes north of Karuizawa station, the museum opens from mid-April to November and includes a souvenir shop with prints and a café.
The museum incorporates art into unexpected spaces, with small canvases placed in restrooms and a fourteen-foot mural integrated into the building design.
Location: Karuizawa
Founders: Kazu Wakita
Architects: Kazu Wakita
Official opening: June 2, 1991
Website: http://wakita-museum.com
GPS coordinates: 36.35100,138.63344
Latest update: March 9, 2025 10:52
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