A museum where you can enjoy a forest walkway dotted with sculptures and contemporary art. The beautiful building, designed by Kenichi Takahashi, is also a highlight.
The Gunma Prefectural Tatebayashi Museum of Art is located in Tatebayashi City, Gunma Prefecture. Opened in 2001, it's known as a museum where you can enjoy a forest walkway dotted with sculptures and contemporary art. Designed by architect Kenichi Takahashi, the building itself is a beautiful structure that feels like an art piece. Inside, the museum holds rotating contemporary art exhibitions and permanent collections, allowing visitors to appreciate works from artists both domestic and international. The special exhibitions showcase new trends in contemporary art or focus on specific themes. The permanent collection features works by artists with ties to Gunma Prefecture and select pieces from the museum's collection. Outdoors, sculptures are artfully placed within a lush green forest, creating a space where nature and art blend seamlessly. The forest walkway provides a tranquil setting for appreciating the sculptures while enjoying the natural scenery. Surrounding the museum are historical and natural spots such as the ruins of Tatebayashi Castle and Tsutsujigaoka Park, making it a destination enjoyable for the entire day. The ruins of Tatebayashi Castle, built during the Edo period, are now a well-maintained park. Tsutsujigaoka Park is a beautiful park ablaze with azaleas in the spring. The Gunma Prefectural Tatebayashi Museum of Art offers a peaceful space where contemporary art and nature blend harmoniously. Come and experience the fusion of art and nature for yourself.