Takaoka City Fujiko F. Fujio Furusato Gallery
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See precious materials and original artwork from Fujiko F. Fujio, and learn about his childhood and the stories behind his creations.
Overview
The Takaoka City Fujiko F. Fujio Furusato Gallery, located on the second floor of the Takaoka City Museum of Art, showcases precious materials and original artwork from the renowned manga artist, Fujiko F. Fujio. He spent his boyhood in Takaoka, and it's said that the sensibilities he cultivated there greatly influenced his later works. The gallery features his hand-drawn manga manuscripts, stories behind his creations, and more, allowing visitors to gain a deeper understanding of his world. The area surrounding the gallery also boasts many places associated with the artist and shops selling traditional Takaoka crafts, offering a chance to explore the city and immerse yourself in Fujiko F. Fujio's world. Be sure to visit when you're in Takaoka!
Basic Information
- Address
- 2F, Takaoka City Museum of Art, 1-1-30 Nakagawa, Takaoka City, Toyama Prefecture Search for tourist attractions in Toyama
- Access
- About 20-minute walk from Takaoka Station (approx. 2km northeast) Man'yō Line: Get off at Shikino Chugakko-mae Station, then about a 10-minute walk JR Himi Line: Get off at Echigo-Nakagawa Station, then a 2-minute walk Bus: Get off at Nakagawa bus stop on the Toyama Station bound bus, then a 2-minute walk Noetsu Expressway: About 20 minutes from Takaoka IC Hokuriku Expressway: About 25 minutes from Kosugi IC / About 30 minutes from Tonami IC Show route
- Op.Hours
- 9:30 AM - 5:00 PM (Last entry at 4:30 PM)
- Cld.Days
- Mondays. *If Monday is a national holiday, the museum will be open on that day and closed on the following weekday. Closed year-end and New Year (December 29th - January 3rd).
- Fee
- Adults: ¥500, High school/Junior high school students: ¥300, Elementary school students/Children (4 years and older): ¥200
- INFO
- *Please note that only those with tickets may access the shop. *Bringing food and beverages inside is not permitted. *Baby food may be consumed in the nursing room. *Pets are not allowed. *Service animals (assistance dogs, guide dogs, hearing dogs) are welcome and may accompany their handlers throughout the facility. *We reserve the right to refuse entry to anyone whose behavior is deemed disruptive to other visitors. *Bringing hazardous materials is prohibited. *Video recording, photography, and the use of writing instruments are not allowed in the exhibition areas.
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