Nara Prefectural Museum of Art

Photo: Courtesy of Nara Prefectural Museum of Art
Photo: Courtesy of Nara Prefectural Museum of Art

More than 4,100 pieces and features from the Kamakura period to the present day.

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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 Nara Prefectural Museum of Art opened in March 1973, featuring a donation of Edo-period (1600-1868) Japanese paintings, ukiyo-e prints, and various crafts, to promote art and contribute to the cultural development of the prefecture's residents. 

The museum has also collected works by artists with strong ties to the Nara region. Its current collection includes over 4,100 pieces, featuring paintings, crafts, sculptures, calligraphy, and materials on customs and manners, ranging from the Kamakura period (1185-1333) to the present day.

Additionally, the museum hosts various exhibitions and collaborates with international art museums, like the Hermitage Museum, to present joint exhibitions while showcasing exhibits related to Nara.



General Information

Address
10-6 Noborioji-cho, Nara City, Nara, 630-8213
contact details
0742-23-3968
Fax Number
0742-22-7032
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
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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