Umeno Memorial Picture Gallery · Fureai Hall, Art museum in Hakone Town, Japan
The Umeno Memorial Picture Gallery and Fureai Hall is an art museum displaying contemporary and traditional Japanese artworks across multiple exhibition spaces. The collection includes works in various media and presents both established artists and emerging voices.
The museum was founded in the 1990s as a space dedicated to promoting Japanese artistic traditions. It has undergone modernization efforts to enhance its exhibition capabilities and visitor experience.
Craftspeople regularly demonstrate traditional Japanese techniques such as woodblock printing and lacquerware finishing, allowing visitors to watch skilled hands at work. These sessions show how centuries-old methods remain part of everyday artistic practice.
The location offers good accessibility features and can be easily reached by public transportation. It is best visited during weekday hours when crowds are smaller.
The attached shop Kyoshion offers a curated selection of authentic Japanese artworks and handcrafted items for purchase. The selection reflects the 74 different craft categories represented within the museum's holdings.
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