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Nagasaki Prefectural Art Museum

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The Nagasaki Prefectural Art Museum is a captivating destination that blends the historical and contemporary in a stunning waterfront setting. Opened in 2005, this museum is not only a place to appreciate art but also a symbol of Nagasaki's rich cultural tapestry, influenced by its history as a cosmopolitan port city.

The museum's collection is diverse, showcasing everything from traditional Japanese artworks to modern international pieces. It includes significant works by local Nagasaki artists, highlighting the city's unique artistic heritage. The museum also holds special exhibitions that bring in renowned artworks from around the world, offering fresh perspectives with each visit.

Visitors are often struck by the museum's design, which maximizes the beauty of its coastal location. Large windows and open spaces ensure that the art is illuminated by natural light and that the sea and cityscape become a backdrop to the exhibits.

Interactive and educational programs at the museum engage visitors of all ages, making art accessible and enjoyable. These programs include workshops, guided tours, and lectures that deepen the understanding of the art on display.

Hours:

10:00 AM - 8:00 PM 

Closed: 

Closed on 2nd and 4th Mondays (Tuesday if Monday is a holiday) and December 29th-January 1st.

Available: 

All year

Minimum Age:

All ages are welcome

Fees:

General: 420 yen 

university student and Senior (over 70 years old): 310 yen

Elementary, junior high and high school students: 210 yen


Hours
Monday: 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Tuesday: 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Wednesday: 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Thursday: 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Friday: 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Saturday: 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Sunday: 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Phone
+81 95-833-2110
Website
www.nagasaki-museum.jp

The area

Address
2-1 Dejimamachi, Nagasaki, 850-0862, Japan

What other travelers are saying about Nagasaki Prefectural Art Museum

Nice Tadeo Ando building with small but intetesting collection of Spanish art. Interiors are also beautiful. If you don't want to visit the museum you can just have coffee in the cafeyatia with a nice view.
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Alex Delechambre
May 26, 2024
The temporary exhibition was excellent! Permanent works are not bad.
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Haynes Cheung
Sep 1, 2024
The building itself looks great and the scenery on the roof garden is beautiful as well. Did not visit any of the exhibitions as most Japanese museums do not have English description. Didn’t bother to try
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Niko Z
Dec 4, 2023
Amazing architecture. Very beautiful in the evening. Must walk up and down, out and in, to appreciate the detail of stairs, windows, light and shadow, and the view on the balcony. Enjoy the sunset. The entrance is free but some special exhibitions charge.
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Wei-Chia Su
Oct 30, 2019
As someone who does not speak Japanese, you will not be able to read 90% of anything. Also in the parts that don’t allow photos, anytime I tried to take out Google translate to read the Japanese words, they stopped me thinking I was taking photos. Then only the temporary and special exhibitions were open so I don’t know why I paid for the base ticket if none of the public gallery was open. The whole thing took 15-20 mins to walk through because I couldn’t read anything. At least the rooftop space is pretty but not worth the price of admission
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Wilson Tsang
Mar 19, 2023


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