Nagoya City Art Museum

Nagoya City Art Museum is a cultural institution in Shirakawa Park with multiple floors and modern architecture that combines geometric shapes, glass panels, and concrete elements. The layout follows Japanese architectural principles and creates spaces for different types of artworks and exhibitions.

The museum opened in April 1988 from architect Kisho Kurokawa's vision to create a space merging contemporary design with traditional Japanese building concepts. This blend of modern and classical elements defines the building today.

The museum displays works by Japanese and international artists, showing visitors how artistic forms have changed over time. The rotating exhibitions document different creative movements and allow people to discover various perspectives on art.

The museum offers guided tours in multiple languages and runs educational workshops for children and adults. A specialized art library is available on-site for visitors who want to learn more about the artworks on display.

The building uses strategically placed windows and skylights to bring natural light into the exhibition spaces, creating changing views of the artworks. As the day progresses, sunlight travels across the paintings and objects, creating new visual impressions for visitors repeatedly.

Location: Sakae 2-chōme

Location: Aichi Prefecture

Inception: April 22, 1988

Architects: Kisho Kurokawa

Official opening: April 22, 1988

Address: 愛知県名古屋市中区栄二丁目17番25号

Phone: +81522120001

Website: http://art-museum.city.nagoya.jp/en

GPS coordinates: 35.16384,136.90102

Latest update: December 8, 2025 13:42