Nara Prefectural Museum of Art

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Nara Prefectural Museum of Art is located to the north of the Nara Prefectural Building, just in front of the Prefectural Culture Center. The museum primarily displays the works of artists who worked in Nara Prefecture, and includes a recently expanded permament collection, in addition to various special exhibitions.


(Photo by Nara Prefectural Museum of Art)

General Information

Address
10-6 Noborioji-cho, Nara 630-8213, Nara City, Nara
contact details
+81-742-23-3968
Fax Number
+81-742-22-7032
Times
9:00 am. - 5:00 p.m. (Last entry at 4:30 p.m.)
Closed
Mondays (Or the following day, should Monday fall on a national holiday), year-end and new year holiday, and change of exhibition period
Access
・5 minute walk from Kintetsu Nara Station Exit 1 towards Nara Prefectural Office
・5 minute bus ride from JR Nara Station, and 2 minute walk from Kencho-mae bus stop
Car Park
None
Admission/Worship Fees (Individual)
Themed Collection Entry Fee
Adults: 400 yen
University Students: 250 yen
High School Students: 250 yen
Junior High School Students: 150 yen
Elementary School Students: 150 yen
Admission/Worship Fees (Group)
Group discounts available
Website

Nara Prefectural Museum of Art

Remarks

Special exhibition entry fees will vary depending on the exhibition. Permanent exhibition is not available.

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