Omiya Bonsai Art Museum

4.3 (200)・Tourist Attraction・Museum・Point Of Interest・Establishment

The Omiya Bonsai Art Museum in Saitama is the first public museum dedicated to bonsai. Opened in 2010, it showcases the art and history of bonsai, displaying around 120 specimens throughout the year. The museum features both indoor and outdoor exhibits, offering a peaceful and educational experience.

Visitors can explore various styles of bonsai, from traditional to modern. Each bonsai is carefully labeled, providing information about its age, species, and artistic style. The museum also houses a collection of bonsai-related artifacts, including pots, tools, and historical documents.

The garden area of the museum is particularly striking, with beautifully arranged bonsai trees set against a backdrop of seasonal flowers and foliage. There are also demonstration areas where visitors can watch bonsai artists at work, learning about the techniques used to shape and maintain these living sculptures.

The Omiya Bonsai Art Museum is an excellent place to learn about bonsai. Its combination of stunning displays and educational resources makes it a must-visit for anyone interested in this unique art form.

Hours

Monday: 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM

Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM

Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM

Thursday: Closed

Friday: 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM

Saturday: 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM

Sunday: 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM

Phone

+81 48-780-2091

Website

www.bonsai-art-museum.jp

The area

Address

Japan, 〒331-0804 Saitama, Kita Ward, Torochō, 2-chōme−２４−３

Top ways to experience Omiya Bonsai Art Museum

4-5 hrs

Experience Bonsai at the Bonsai Museum

From $198 /person

What other travelers are saying about Omiya Bonsai Art Museum

A wonderful experience and fans of these sensational trees MUST visit the park. Located 45 minutes from Tokyo central station and a 5 minute walk take yourself on this spectacular trip. From 300 to thousand year old Bonsai trees, it’s just a brilliant afternoon or morning out…

J T G Nielsen

May 19, 2024

Wonderful collection of trees with both permanent and temporary exhibitions. I would recommend coming in early. We arrived at 9:30 and basically has the garden to ourselves.

Ai-Lich Nguyen

Aug 13, 2024

Delightful building with friendly staff. Great explanation about the history of bonsai. Fantastic bonsai trees on show. Not too large so easy to get round and take it all in. Would definitely recommend going.

Brian G

Jun 16, 2024

Nice little place to visit if you want to get away from the hustle and bustle from Shinjuku/Tokyo. Learned a lot of about growing Bonzai Trees. Takes over an hour by local trains to get here from the Kabuchiko, Shinzuki area.

Len M

Sep 18, 2024

Incredibly friendly staff with good English. The admission fee is only 310 yen, which is definitely worth it. Inside the building, the history and art of bonsai is explained. Outside is a beautiful garden with many different bonsai trees.