Ibaraki Prefectural Museum of Ceramic Art

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Enjoy masterpieces by the giants of Japanese ceramics at the first ceramics-focused museum in eastern Japan. Immerse yourself in art at this museum surrounded by the beautiful nature of Kasama.

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Highlights

  1. Exhibits masterpieces by giants of Japanese ceramic art
  2. The first ceramics-focused museum in eastern Japan
  3. Hosts a variety of special exhibitions
  4. Located in a beautiful natural setting in Kasama
  5. Sells ceramic-related books and goods

Basic Information

Address
2345 Kasama, Kasama City, Ibaraki Prefecture Search for tourist attractions in Ibaraki
Access
Approximately 15 minutes by car from the Tomobe Interchange on the Kita-Kanto Expressway. About 20 minutes by bus from JR Joban Line Tomobe Station. Show route
Op.Hours
9:30 AM to 5:00 PM (Last entry at 4:30 PM)
Cld.Days
Mondays (open if Monday is a national holiday, then closed the following weekday), and New Year's holidays (December 29th to January 1st). *There may be special opening days.
Fee
Adults: ¥360, High school students: ¥290, Elementary and junior high school students: ¥180, Seniors (70 years and older): ¥180
INFO
Free admission for those with a disability certificate, rehabilitation certificate, mental disability health and welfare certificate, or a designated intractable disease medical expense recipient certificate, and one accompanying caregiver per person. Free admission for elementary, junior high, and high school students on Saturdays (excluding long school holidays). There are free admission days for those 70 years and older. Free admission for everyone on November 13th, Ibaraki Prefectural Citizens' Day. Please check the official website for details.
HP
https://www.tougei.museum.ibk.ed.jp/

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