What other travelers are saying about 21st Century Museum of Contemporary Art
The 21st century Museum of Contemporary Art has a range of exhibitions that rotate throughout the year.
We went at a time when one of the exhibitions included a musical documentary, about the way in which American products have been incorporated into the Japanese people’s daily lives. This was excellent.
The museum is centrally located in Kanazawa near the major Gardens. There are also a range of features outside of the museum if you don’t want to get a ticket
The pool, in the centre of the museum, requires you to entry waiting list, however it is worth the wait for the photos.
It’s a very interesting museum with a unique exhibition. The outside is open to the public, as well as some exhibits in the outer layer of the museum. The inner part of the museum is where they charge ¥450. The pool is cool but if you’re looking to take pictures “inside” , expect to wait 1hr approx to enter. (You can leave and come back to enter).
This is a great modern art museum for regular people (none art major). Exhibits are down to earth and easy to appreciate. There are many art objects outdoors as well. Entrance feeds are super reasonable (1400 yen for adults and 100 yen for seniors). There is a nice cafe inside as well.
It was fine albeit the free permanent exhibitions are quite small. Still a nice space to explore for all ages and escape the summer heat. I do love the design of the museum, circular and winding. Some interesting pieces.
Most people probably come for the pool - so be aware to book a timeslot for entering the pool. Otherwise you might have to wait for three hours or more. If so - you can leave the museum and come back at your timeslot. Entry was pretty cheap with around 300¥.
Unfortunately the rest of the museum was only halfway opened - however we were told about this at the entrance
