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Nagano City Arts Center

Nagano City Arts Center, Arts center in Tsuruga, Japan.

The Nagano City Arts Center is a modern arts center in Tsuruga that combines minimalist design with open spaces and abundant natural light. The building provides several areas for visual art exhibitions and performance events in a unified structure.

The center was designed by Fumihiko Maki, a renowned architect, and opened in 2016 as a new cultural venue for the city. Its design marked an important moment in the development of Nagano's arts scene.

The center hosts regular exhibitions and performances that bring together local artists and visitors in shared creative spaces. These programs make it a meeting place where the city's art community comes alive.

The venue is easily accessible via Tsuruga and features multiple entrances for visitors with different needs. Clear signage helps you navigate the building and find the various exhibition and performance spaces quickly.

The architecture blends Western modern construction with Japanese spatial design principles, giving the building a distinctive character. This approach creates a venue that differs from typical European or American arts centers.

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Location
Tsuruga
Architects
Fumihiko Maki
Official opening
May 8, 2016
GPS coordinates
36.64850,138.19533
Latest update
December 13, 2025 11:46
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