Azumino Arthills Museum

Azumino Arthills Museum is an art museum dedicated to glass artworks from around the world, housed in a contemporary building with several connected galleries overlooking mountain scenery. The collection spans different styles and periods, presenting glass as a primary artistic medium.

The museum opened in 1991 as Glass Hill Art Hills, beginning its mission to showcase glass as a serious artistic medium. An important expansion happened in 2006, adding dedicated space to display works by major glass artists.

The museum celebrates glass as an art form that connects Japanese craftsmanship with international creativity. You can watch artisans at work in the studios, demonstrating how they shape and finish each piece by hand.

The museum is located in an area with good road access and offers plenty of parking for visitors arriving by car. There is a restaurant on the grounds if you want to have a meal during your visit.

The museum shop carries a wide selection of glass items, including distinctive glass apples handcrafted by local artisans. These apples are inspired by the farming heritage of the region and make popular souvenirs for visitors.

Location: Azumino

Official opening: 1991

Website: http://arthills-museum.jp

GPS coordinates: 36.34014,137.84206

Latest update: December 10, 2025 20:09