Museum of Modern Art, Ibaraki

The Museum of Modern Art occupies a granite-walled building with a green roof designed by architect Junzō Yoshimura on the shores of Lake Senba.

Since its opening in October 1988, the museum has assembled a collection of over 4,000 artworks, including significant pieces from Japanese and European modern artists.

The museum displays works by influential Japanese painters like Yokoyama Taikan and Nakamura Gakuryū alongside international artists such as Gustave Courbet and Claude Monet.

Located 20 minutes from Mito Station, the museum opens daily from 9:30 AM to 5:00 PM except Mondays, with admission fees starting at 310 yen for adults.

The museum features a reconstructed atelier of local painter Nakamura Gakuryū, displaying his personal items and historical documents for public viewing.

Location: Mito

Inception: 1988

Architects: Junzō Yoshimura

Official opening: October 1988

Website: http://modernart.museum.ibk.ed.jp

GPS coordinates: 36.36779,140.46539

Latest update: March 5, 2025 22:34