2026 Otake Travel Guide: must-see attractions, popular food, hotels, transport & travel experiences (updated in August)

Shimose Art Museum. Today, we are introducing the "Shimose Art Museum," often referred to as the most beautiful art museum in the world. 🌟 At this museum, not only can you enjoy the art on display, but the museum itself is a piece of art to be appreciated. The spacious and stunning lobby, the sparkling illuminated trees, and the colorful and charming blocks are must-sees! Especially in winter, the illuminations are particularly breathtaking, so be sure to visit! 📍Location: 〒739-0622 Harumi 2-10-50, Otake City, Hiroshima Prefecture ⏱Hours: 9:30 AM - 5:00 PM (Last admission at 4:30 PM) Closed on Mondays and during the New Year holidays 💰Admission: General ¥2,000 High school & college students ¥1,000 Free for junior high school students and younger

1 Day 2 Characters in Hiroshima — Walk around Otake, enjoy art, and cross the sea to worship the Torii at Miyajima ⸻ 1 Day Trip 🍃 Start the morning at Ōtake, a small, quiet town in Hiroshima with almost no tourists. Here we warp into another universe...full of art in old buildings, a small Otaku bookstore, and a cafe decorated in a minimalist Japanese style. Art lovers will love it because every corner has details, from drawings on the walls to anime posters in front of the store. 💛 We stopped at a coffee shop that served manga-themed lattes and homemade cheesecake—simple but good! In the afternoon, we traveled to Miyajima. It took less than 15 minutes to take a ferry from the shore to the island. We walked straight to Itsukushima Shrine, which has a torii gate standing tall in the middle of the sea. At low tide, you can walk down to it. The afternoon light hits the red wooden gate. It's magical without editing 📸 Walk around Omotesando Street, buy souvenirs, try some hot mochi, and end the day by watching the sunset from the seaside. It's simple but fulfilling 🍃 ⸻ 📍【Must-visit attractions】 1. Ōtake Art Alley - An artistic alley in a quiet town with street art, cafes, and a light otaku vibe 2. Itsukushima Shrine, Miyajima - A torii gate in the middle of the water that changes its atmosphere with the tide It is a Japanese memory that you should see with your own eyes. 3. Omotesando Street – The main street on the island full of delicious food, souvenirs, and the scent of old Japan ⸻ 🍡【Must-try delicious food】 1. noie Otake Café – Cartoon-patterned latte + homemade matcha cheesecake 2. Momijido – Grilled mochi filled with red beans, fresh and fragrant from the charcoal oven 3. Ueno Anagomeshi – Old-fashioned charcoal-grilled eel rice bowl, served warm in a fragrant wooden box ⸻ 🏨【Recommended accommodation】 · Recommended accommodation area: Hiroshima City (near JR Hiroshima / Miyajimaguchi) · Hotel name: The Knot Hiroshima · Address: 3-1-1 Otemachi, Naka Ward, Hiroshima, 730-0051 Convenient access to both Otake and the ferry to Miyajima ⸻ 📸【Photo spot】 1. Art wall in Otake – Graffiti corner and old wooden cafe is a cool Japanese feel, hard to find 2. Torii gate in the middle of the sea (Miyajima) – Take a picture when the tide is low, you can walk close to it. Take a picture when the tide is high, it looks like it's floating in the air 3. Alley behind Omotesando – The atmosphere of the quiet wooden houses with natural light in the afternoon and evening is very soft ⸻ 💡【Tips】 · Start the day early to spend time with both places · If you want a beautiful Torii picture, check the time "high or low tide" on the Miyajima Tide website · Buying a Hiroshima Pass will save you money on JR + boat fare · If you like a quiet mood, the autumn leaves (November) or late March (sakura season) are especially beautiful · Don't miss the hot mochi on the island. Some shops grill it fresh #HiroshimaTrip #1Day2Places #OtakeArtWalk #MiyajimaMagic #UniqueJapan #HiroshimaHiddenGems #ToriiGateInTheMiddleOfTheWater #OneDayTravelToJapan #JapanInMyMood

Chosen as the most beautiful museum in the world, Shimose Art Museum is a must-see destination in Hiroshima Prefecture. The building itself is a masterpiece, featuring mirrors and colorful cube-shaped boxes that float on the Seto Inland Sea, each serving as an exhibition room. Visitors can explore the art inside each cube and enjoy the thoughtfully designed garden, which is an artistic masterpiece in its own right. Inside, there’s a shop and café, and even an accommodation facility in the adjacent building, making it a complete experience. Take your time to explore and enjoy everything this unique museum has to offer! 💰Price per person: 2,000 yen 🗺️Address: 2-10-50 Harumi, Otake City, Hiroshima Prefecture, 739-0622 🅿️Parking available 🚌 Shuttle bus available from Otake Station on weekends and holidays only

Recommended for those planning a day trip to Hiroshima! Here’s the schedule I followed for my one-day Hiroshima adventure! 🚄 Around 9 AM: Arrive at Hiroshima Station! 🚃 Take the JR train to Miyajimaguchi! ⛴️ Board the ferry to Miyajima! ⛩️ Spend 2–3 hours enjoying Miyajima! First, visit the UNESCO World Heritage Site, Itsukushima Shrine. Then, stroll through the shopping street and savor momiji manju (maple leaf-shaped sweets)! The ice cream sandwich and fried momiji manju are absolutely delicious! Here’s a recommendation: try the momiji manju hand-baking experience! Reservations are required! 💰 Price per person: 880 yen ⚠️ Starting July 1, the price will increase to 1,000 yen. 📍 Location: Yamadaya Miyajima Main Store The experience is not only fun, but the freshly made momiji manju you bake yourself is amazing! You’ll also receive a souvenir of Kirioka sweets, which I personally preferred over momiji manju. I ended up buying a lot of Kirioka sweets from the souvenir shop below the experience venue! ⛴️ Take the ferry back to the mainland. 🚃 Take the JR train from Miyajimaguchi to Otake Station (about 15 minutes). 🚌 Take the free shuttle bus to Shimose Art Museum. ⚠️ The shuttle bus operates only on weekends and holidays! If visiting on weekdays, you can use the local bus instead. 🧑🎨 Shimose Art Museum Selected as one of the most beautiful museums in the world. The architecture is truly stunning—simply beautiful! If you’re visiting Hiroshima, this is a must-see spot! 💰 Price per person: 2,000 yen 🚌 Take the free shuttle bus back to Otake Station. 🚃 Take the JR train from Otake Station to Hiroshima Station. 🚈 Take the streetcar from Hiroshima Station to the Atomic Bomb Dome. 🍽️ Hiroshima-style Okonomiyaki at Micchan Located on the first floor of Orizuru Tower next to the Atomic Bomb Dome. It’s a popular restaurant, so make sure to get a numbered ticket in advance! You can receive notifications via LINE about your waiting time. The udon noodles are delicious and highly recommended! 🏢 Visit the Atomic Bomb Dome Make sure to visit for peace education and reflection. 🍨 End your day with dessert at a gelato shop near the Atomic Bomb Dome. The portions are surprisingly large! 🚈 Take the streetcar back to Hiroshima Station. Before boarding the Shinkansen, buy plenty of souvenirs! Hiroshima Station has been newly renovated and is very clean and easy to navigate! 🚄 Board the Shinkansen and head home.

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#japanhotel Simose Art Garden Villa Highlights - This villa a recreation of a vacation home built in Karuizawa is centered on a distinctive space with three side enclosed by sliding glass door. From the sofaand bathroom, enjoy a sense of floating among the tree, sea and sky. 1 villa (1238 ft square) #awesomepic #familytravel

The Simose Art Museum features eight colorful "movable exhibition rooms" floating on a water basin. Designed by architect Shigeru Ban and inspired by the islands of the Seto Inland Sea, the building redefines the museum space with a completely unique approach: the exhibition rooms actually move to change the viewing route depending on the exhibition. The grounds also feature the "Boyo Terrace," offering beautiful views of the Seto Inland Sea's archipelago, and a garden inspired by the works of Émile Gallé. Just taking a leisurely stroll through the facility is a truly rewarding experience. Amazingly, it also has villas and a restaurant on-site, functioning as an auberge as well as a museum. If I win the lottery, I'd love to stay there! lol When I visited, taking photos in the exhibition area was allowed, but shooting videos was prohibited (this may vary by exhibition). On weekends and public holidays, a free shuttle bus operates from JR Otake Station; on weekdays, you'll need to take a local bus. Near the bus stop closest to the museum is "youme Town," a major shopping mall in the region west of Hiroshima, which is great for a little shopping or taking a break. Even if you aren't an expert in architecture or art, you'll genuinely feel that "this is an incredible place." It's also relatively close to Miyajima and Kintai Bridge.

A trip through Japan to explore the works of architect Shigeru Ban. You can enjoy his masterpieces from the Tohoku region all the way down to the Chugoku region. 　　 ・SHONAI HOTEL SUIDEN TERRAS → A hotel located in Tsuruoka City, Yamagata Prefecture. The Shonai region is a beautiful area blessed with both mountains and the sea, but this hotel, standing peacefully amidst the rice paddies, is truly breathtaking. → The surrounding ponds and the scenic views of the Three Mountains of Dewa are also magnificent! ・Simose Art Museum → Otake City, Hiroshima Prefecture An art museum designed around the concept of "viewing art within art." → The architecture itself is a work of art! The view from the garden is absolutely stunning. I highly recommend taking a trip themed around a specific architect.

I highly recommend an elegant French date during a trip to Hiroshima. There’s also an art museum, so after a museum date, you can naturally continue on to lunch~! After spending nearly 50 minutes touring the Simose Museum, we headed to Simose French Restaurant at Simose Art Garden Villa, where we had a reservation for 11:30. The museum’s back gate leads directly to the restaurant. The French restaurant is located even closer to the Seto Inland Sea. Inside the restaurant, centered around the pillar near the entrance, there are six spacious round tables for four on the right. On the left, there are three rectangular four-person tables that can accommodate groups and three square four-person tables, making a total of 12 tables. Later, during the 12:30 seating, I saw a group of about eight people dining with three tables joined together. From the moment we entered at 11:30, there was already a notice saying that all reservations for the day were fully booked and walk-ins were closed. The kitchen is open, and there seemed to be around 20 staff members working, including even more kitchen staff than guests, plus the dining room servers. There are five lunch set options in total. Four are seasonal lunch plans, and one is a special lunch plan. The spring season started on 3/11, the day of our visit. The special lunch, created for the restaurant’s third anniversary, is called Émile Gallé’s Garden. We were handed a pretty pastel-yellow menu. Since they offer champagne by the glass, we chose champagne. They opened a fresh bottle of Pol Roger and poured it for us. It wasn’t exactly cheap, but since it was for a date, we each had a glass to celebrate. Champagne is always delicious.🥂 The meal started with two kinds of pintxos, each presented on a two-tier tray like the one I had seen in photos of their afternoon tea. At a table for two, two portions of each were plated and served. The top tier was a quiche made with sakura shrimp. The bottom tier was a fried potato chip topped with freshly harvested spring peas. We enjoyed it elegantly with champagne. Feeling a bit like we were having afternoon tea, we also asked for a commemorative photo and got a lovely shot. The next course was an amuse-bouche to delight the palate. They served a cold soup, a cauliflower potage. It was rich and smooth, and with the added thick cream, it felt like spring was waltzing across my mouth. With the scenery outside being perfect too, it was one of those moments that makes you want to say, “It couldn’t get any better than this.” Two kinds of bread were served before the meal: baguette and campagne. They looked similar since both were sliced, but I personally preferred the baguette, which was less hard. The unsalted butter was absolutely delicious. They kept refilling the bread, and we asked for more butter and baguette one more time. For the hors d’oeuvres, they prepared a salad using vegetables and seafood grown in the Seto Inland Sea region during this season. But it wasn’t an ordinary salad. Each ingredient seemed to be brought to life, with decoration that made it look as if spring buds were sprouting. This is a salad? It was so beautiful from the moment it arrived at the table that it completely captured my eyes. In the center were a sweet sauce and a tangy sauce, and they explained that it would be good to mix them together, so that’s how we ate it. We practically scraped the plate clean and savored every bit of spring. Next came the main dish. I chose fish over meat. They said that today’s fish was a special offering of mejina. Since it was the first day of the spring season, grilled nibbled seabream was prepared, though they explained that usually grilled madai, red sea bream, is served. Since the dishes change day by day depending on ingredient availability, it isn’t a fixed menu item but simply categorized as the fish of the day. In any case, I thoroughly enjoyed the tender, plump, perfectly grilled sea bream and finished the rest of the champagne I had been carefully savoring. The clouds, as if splashed with paint, gradually spread into something artistic. I felt happy. Dessert came in two parts. The small dessert was the same for everyone, while for the main dessert, guests on the higher-tier course could choose, and since I had the basic course, I was supposed to receive the set one. But as a special gesture, they let me choose the main dessert. I listened to the explanation, though there was a limit to how much I could catch, and I heard the first one was red berry and the second was pistachio, so I chose the berry one because it sounded better to me. The small dessert came out first. And it was seriously insanely good. It was like soft-serve ice cream with two mixed flavors, strawberry sherbet and milk sherbet, and it was so, so, so delicious. How can ice cream taste this good~! I enjoyed it at least 100 times more than Amorino🌹. When I mentioned that the main dessert looked like something I had seen in the afternoon tea photos, they complimented me on my sharp eye and said it was Simose’s signature dessert. If the small dessert had more of a sherbet vibe, this one was more gelato-style, so I was very satisfied that the two ice cream desserts had different textures and styles. Enjoying the main dessert with black tea, we wrapped up the 90-minute Simose French lunch course. They said they hoped we would come back next time for afternoon tea. Even until we finished paying at the table and left, both the kitchen and dining room staff continued to show us warm hospitality. Thank you.

Looking for a fresh cultural day trip from Hiroshima? Add Otake’s Simose Art Museum to your must-visit list 🏛️🌿 What’s cool: this museum nails modern architecture vibes, but doesn’t lose that cozy, wooden-interior energy—perfect for a creative recharge, rain or shine! Top Spot to Visit: Simose Art Museum Address: 2 Chome−10−50 Harumi, Otake, Hiroshima 739-0622, Japan Hours: Tuesday–Sunday, 9:30–17:00 This place surprised me with its blend of modern design and natural surroundings—you’ll find chilled rest areas made with beautiful wooden interiors, really inviting you to slow down and soak up the atmosphere. There’s a great mix of architectural details for design lovers and lots of greenery and outdoor space for that nature-fix (bonus: the view changes between sunny blue skies and moody, cloudy/rainy backdrops!). Travel Tip: If the weather turns, you’ll still find plenty to see indoors, and there’s a cozy food spot inside—treat yourself to their bakery-fresh bread during your museum break! 🍞 Getting Around: Otake is easiest to reach by JR train from Hiroshima station, followed by a quick bus or taxi ride. Navigating locally is simple and museums like Simose are super walkable. Destination Hacks: · Bring a small umbrella—weather can flip fast between sun and rain. · Plan onscreen translation if your Japanese is limited; it helps with signage and local tips. · No Visa twists for most travelers—just enjoy the art and scenery! #HiroshimaDayTrip #JapanArtMuseums #OtakeAdventures #ModernArchitecture #BreadLover#

Located near Iwakuni Station, the Shimose Art Museum is a popular destination in Hiroshima. It’s conveniently situated on the way to Iwakuni Airport, making it an ideal stop during your travels. Initially, visiting this museum wasn’t part of the plan, but it became a last-minute addition during the final stages of trip planning. The trip started with booking a 3-night, 4-day flight to Hiroshima and reserving three hotels in the city. Later, the itinerary expanded to include a 1-night, 2-day stay in Tokyo during days 2-3. This led to canceling the second night’s accommodation in Hiroshima and booking a hotel in Yokohama instead. Multi-leg flights were also arranged, including Iwakuni to Haneda and Haneda to Hagi-Iwami. The flight from Iwakuni to Haneda departs in the afternoon, around 2 PM, leaving half a day for exploration. While planning the half-day itinerary, I discovered that Shimose Art Museum is located in this area! Situated in Otake City, the westernmost part of Hiroshima Prefecture, near the Seto Inland Sea, the Shimose Villa, French restaurant, and art museum are all in one place. After reading reviews from previous visitors, I decided to book tickets online, which offered a 10% discount. About a month before the trip, I also learned about the new manhole covers featuring Hiroshima Carp’s mascot, Carp Boy. This led to collecting manhole cards, visiting Carp-themed manholes, and adding the art museum and a French lunch reservation to the itinerary. All of this had to be accomplished within half a day! 🤣 With careful planning, it became possible to fit everything in. Using taxis to save time was key. A round trip from Otake Station to Shimose Art Museum by taxi costs around 4,000 yen, which is 10 times more expensive than the community bus fare of 400 yen, but it saves nearly 70 minutes. This allowed me to double the time allocated for the museum visit from 20 minutes to 40 minutes. Taxis also proved useful for reaching the restaurant later. They drop you off right at the museum entrance, and with pre-purchased QR code tickets, entry is seamless. The current exhibitions run from February 11 to April 19, featuring two displays in Gallery A and Gallery B, both accessible with a single ticket. Gallery A showcases dolls by Yotsuya Simon, a renowned doll artist. Some of the dolls are quite provocative, but they remain within the realm of art, and the museum is rated for all ages. Admission is 2,000 yen for adults and 1,000 yen for high school and college students, while middle school students and younger can enter for free. This policy attracts many children, who surprisingly observe the artworks quietly, reflecting the museum’s commitment to early art education. The dolls vividly portray the mysteries of the human body. After viewing the more modest pieces, I followed the route through Gallery A and the Emil Gallé Garden. The garden is small, taking only 1-2 minutes to walk around, but it’s beautifully landscaped with vibrant flowers. Next, I entered Gallery B through automatic doors. All exhibition rooms in Gallery B feature automatic doors. The theme here is also dolls, but with a more traditional Japanese style compared to the striking displays in Gallery A. Highlights include scenes of the 12 zodiac animals and Hina Matsuri. I took only two photos, preferring to appreciate the artworks visually. After passing through about 30 automatic doors, the exhibition naturally concludes. To the right of the exit, another entrance leads to the Bōyō Terrace. The terrace offers stunning views of colorful floating exhibition halls and islands in the Seto Inland Sea, including Miyajima. At night, it’s exclusively open to overnight guests, who can enjoy factory nightscapes and moonlit serenades. The weather on this day was exceptionally clear, allowing for breathtaking views of the Seto Inland Sea and clouds. It felt like receiving a lucky birthday gift. The architectural beauty harmonized with the sky, sea, and nature, creating a serene yet overwhelming visual experience. With a sense of fulfillment, I headed to the French restaurant for lunch. Skipping the museum café, I exited through the back gate, which connects to the restaurant via the Silk Road. Interestingly, this private area was created by the Shimose family. Thank you for the wonderful experience.

I visited the Shimose Art Museum in Otake City, Hiroshima Prefecture, designed by Shigeru Ban. Due to my background in studying architecture, I have a habit of visiting places like this. What surprised me was the colorful exhibition rooms that are movable... And they move using buoyancy. And powered by human effort... The rooms can be rearranged into various patterns, adding a playful touch to the way the exhibits are presented. (Though apparently, they haven’t actually moved them yet. lol) I didn’t know there’s a villa here where you can stay overnight. The space itself, along with the artworks, was wonderful. I enjoyed gazing at the sea and had a relaxing time that made me forget about everyday life!

Although not located close to downtown Hiroshima, it's a must-see during your trip to Hiroshima!

The Shimase Museum of Art is hailed as one of Japan's most beautiful museums... Its mirrored architecture, both inside and out, creates a sense of infinite spatial extension... A series of brightly colored shipping containers, forming exhibition halls, span the water... reflecting vibrant images... dazzlingly bright in the clear air... Besides the interesting exhibitions... the scenery of the museum is truly captivating... It feels like a museum nestled in a secluded paradise... well worth a visit...

#January Getaways 2026 This is Harumi Seaside Park in Otake City, Hiroshima Prefecture. The most amazing thing here is the gigantic, robot-shaped amusement park ride! From a distance, it looks like a base, and kids will absolutely go crazy! Key Highlights: · 🤖 Giant Robot: The ride is designed like a robot, with tons of slides and climbing nets—you could play all day without getting bored. · 🎢 Super Long Roller Slide: Slide down from a great height for a thrilling experience; it's the park's number one attraction. · 👶 Age-Friendly Design: In addition to the thrilling areas for older children, there's a dedicated "toddler area" with soft mats, so parents can relax. · 🏞️ Spacious Lawn: There's a large grassy area where you can run, jump, or lay out a picnic blanket to relax (remember, we won't mention food, but you can have a picnic! XD). · 🚗 Transportation and Parking: This place is best visited by car, as there is a large, free parking lot. It's not far from the "Iwakuni Kintai Bridge" or "Miyajimaguchi" mentioned in the previous days, making them ideal for visiting together.

"Shimose Art Museum," or "The Glowing Cube in the Sea," is a place where you can admire artwork while simultaneously enjoying the ocean view.

Shimose Art Museum: A Fusion of Setouchi Nature and Art Opened in 2023 in Otake City, Hiroshima Prefecture, Shimose Art Museum was designed by architect Sou Fujimoto based on the concept of a "floating art museum" 🫧 With buildings of various sizes scattered across a water basin, visitors can experience a special space where the boundaries between art and nature gently blend, along with breathtaking views of the Seto Inland Sea. 📌 Practical Information ・Location: 2-10-50 Harumi, Otake City, Hiroshima Prefecture ・Access: ◎Car Approximately 10 minutes from JR Otake Station Approximately 40 minutes from Hiroshima City ◎Public Transportation: Train From JR Kunami Station Approximately 15 minutes by Koi Koi Bus to Yume Town Otake, then a 10-minute walk From JR Otake Station A free shuttle bus is available on weekends only However, please note that it may not be available if the bus is fully booked. 🥺 ・Business Hours: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM (Last entry 4:30 PM) ・Closed: Tuesdays (or the following weekday if Tuesday is a public holiday) ・Admission Fee: ¥1,500 for adults, ¥800 for university students, free for high school students and younger *As of July 2013. Buy your tickets the day before for a slightly better deal! ☝️ Miyajima is only about 15 minutes from the nearest JR station, making it easily accessible. ⛩️ If you're visiting Hiroshima, we highly recommend this set. #JapanTravel #DomesticTravel #HiroshimaTourism #HiroshimaTrip #Art

📍 Simose Art Museum (Otake City, Hiroshima Prefecture, along the coast overlooking the Seto Inland Sea) This new and much-talked-about private art museum opened in 2023. Based on the concept of "seeing art within art," the museum's mirror-like exterior, designed by architect Shigeru Ban, and its colorful, movable exhibition rooms floating on the sea create a spectacular sight. The museum displays a diverse collection of approximately 500 pieces, including glass art by Emile Gallé, Hina dolls, Pissarro, Matisse, Chagall, and masterpieces of Japanese painting. In 2024, it received the Prix de Versailles award for being "the most beautiful art museum in the world." 🗓 Opening Hours (Approximate) Hours: 9:30 AM - 5:00 PM (Last Entry: 4:30 PM) Closed: Mondays (open on public holidays), New Year's holidays, and during exhibition changeovers 🎫 Admission Fee (Approximate) Adults: Approximately ¥1,800 / University & High School Students: Approximately ¥900-1,000 / Junior High School Students and Under: Free 📫 Location/Access 2-10-50 Harumi, Otake City, Hiroshima Prefecture Located along the Seto Inland Sea, overlooking Itsukushima Island. Easily accessible by bus or taxi from JR Otake Station. 💡 Recommended Points · A fantastical art experience created by exhibition rooms floating on the seaside and mirrored architecture · Designed by world-renowned architect Shigeru Ban, the building itself is a work of art · Enjoy a diverse range of works, including works by Gallé, Chagall, and Yokoyama Taikan, all in one place · Award-winning! The "world's most beautiful art museum" is a source of pride for your trip. #Let's travel with Pochikatsu

🖼️Exploring the World of Kayama Matazo — Re Matazo MATAZO KAYAMA Exhibition in Ebisu and Latest Exhibition Information 1. Archive Exhibition in Ebisu (Past) "Re Matazo MATAZO KAYAMA," held at the EBiS303 Event Hall in Ebisu from April 11 to May 5, 2018, garnered attention for its interactive exhibition centered on Kayama Matazo's original paintings, reconstructed into an experiential format using ceramic panels and video effects.    · Highlights: · Impressive spatial presentations, including a giant ceramic panel "Oboro" recreated using special technology and life-size ceiling reproductions of "Ink Dragon" and "Cloud Dragon."   · The exhibition design, which allowed visitors to feel immersed in the artworks through video and interactive devices, was also appealing.   ⸻ 2. Matazo Kayama's Archives and Background Kayama was known in the postwar Japanese art world as a "modern Rinpa" artist, producing a succession of decorative folding screens and ink paintings (such as "Spring and Autumn Waves," "Thousand Cranes," and "Ink Dragon"). In his later years, he ventured into computer graphics, ceramic panels, and digital archives, becoming known as an artist who blended tradition with innovation.   • In 2009, five years after Kayama's death, a large-scale retrospective was held at the National Art Center, Tokyo.  ⸻ 3. Upcoming Matazo Kayama Exhibitions · "First Anniversary Exhibition—Matazo Kayama" · Period: April 14–June 30, 2024 · Content: This exhibition offers a bird's-eye view of the breadth of Kayama's work, including his animal series (including cats), mountain landscapes, traditional bird-and-flower paintings, and collaborative works incorporating ceramics and kimono.  · Venue: Shimose Art Museum (details not listed) · About upcoming major exhibitions · While no other official exhibition information has been found at this time, past exhibitions have been held at Yokohama and Nihonbashi Takashimaya, and future retrospectives at department stores and art museums are expected. #SummerVacation #TokyoTrip #VacationTrip #DomesticTravelGuide #MyTravelPlan #SummerVacationTrip #OverseasSeasonalPlaces #OverseasTravelGuide #OverseasTravel #AbsolutelyFreeTravel #CommentCircle #SummerCampaign

#AbsolutelyFreeTravel The Shimose Art Museum in Otake City, Hiroshima Prefecture, is a museum that blends architecture and nature, located in a spectacular location overlooking the Seto Inland Sea. It just opened in 2023 and has been garnering attention for its unique design by architect Shigeru Ban. 🌊🏛️ When you visit, you'll be amazed by the beauty of the building, which skillfully uses glass and wood to blend seamlessly with the sea and sky. Natural light pours into the museum, blending the exhibits into the space, creating the feeling of a seaside art resort. Enjoy a wide range of genres, from contemporary art to crafts, and enjoy the luxurious time spent quietly immersed in the artworks. There are also cafes and shops around the museum, perfect for relaxing while gazing out at the ocean. It's perfect for both a romantic date night or a solo art-hopping adventure. ☕📷 The museum is about a 10-minute drive from JR Otake Station and about an hour by car from Hiroshima City. Parking is available, making it an ideal place for a road trip. Why not take a trip to Shimose Art Museum, surrounded by the sea and art, to sharpen your senses? Domestic travel #couplestrip #solotravel #ShimoseArtMuseum #HiroshimaArtTrip #SetoInlandSeaView #ArchitecturalBeauty #AJourneyToSharpenYourSensibility #OtakeTourism

#summervacay No wonder it's been crowned the "Most Beautiful Museum in the World" by the Prix Versailles Awards! This place is truly something special! Designed by Pritzker Prize-winning architect Shigeru Ban, this museum, which opened in 2023, instantly went viral! 🔥 In 2024, it proudly snatched the "Most Beautiful Museum in the World" title at the French Prix Versailles Awards – a huge achievement! 🏆 The museum's brand logo, "Simose," was crafted by the renowned designer Kenya Hara, embodying concepts of "minimalism, empty space, and nature" for a uniquely relaxed vibe. It's truly stunning! I spent a day as a happy "island hopper" here, and these are my TOP 3 art experiences! 1. Eight Dopamine-Boosting Floating Galleries! 🌈 Inspired by the islands of the Seto Inland Sea, these eight colorful boxes float on the water like healing candies! 🍬 The exhibition halls are regularly rearranged, so every visit could bring a new surprise! And trust me, they are insanely photogenic! 📸 2. Mirror Entrance + Umbrella-Shaped Mushroom Hall! 🍄 The oval-shaped main hall resembles a giant mushroom, with its mirrored exterior walls reflecting the sea and sky, perfectly enveloping the natural scenery. This area also houses an art library, a French restaurant, and a cozy cafe – perfect for a super chill latte when you're tired from exploring! ☕📚 3. The Absolutely Stunning Émile Gallé Garden! 🌿 This botanical garden, inspired by the French artist Émile Gallé (whose works are a significant part of the museum's collection!), features a breathtaking combination of seasonal flowers. Walking through it feels like stepping right into a painting! I can't wait to visit again in spring or summer; it must be even more magical then! 🌸🌼 📍 Address: Simose Art Museum - 2-10-50 Harumi, Otake City, Hiroshima Prefecture 🚗 Transportation: From Hiroshima Station, take the JR for 40 minutes to Kureba Station, then transfer to a bus heading towards Ō... (The sentence was cut off, so I've ended it naturally.) #Japan #ArtMuseum #SimoseArtMuseum #ShigeruBan #KenyaHara #WorldsMostBeautifulMuseum #PritzkerPrize

I went to Shimose Art Museum! There is a parking lot on the premises, but I got a little lost on the way there Once you enter, you will find a spacious space! The colorful boxes are exhibition rooms, and various contemporary art works are on display✨ It's also nice that photography is allowed☺️ You can go outside or to the rooftop from the door just inside, and you can see the whole colorful box from the rooftop There is also a garden, which is also a good photo spot♪ It's even better to go on a nice day 📍Address: 2-10-50 Harumi, Otake City, Hiroshima Prefecture, 739-0622 🕰️Opening hours: 9:30-17:00 💰Price per person: Adults ¥2,000 #AbsolutelyFreeTrip

𖤘 Shimose Art Museum ˗ˋ A wonderful art museum that you should definitely visit on your trip to Hiroshima✨️ ˊ˗ In fact, there is an art museum in Hiroshima that was selected for the list of "The World's Most Beautiful Museums" in 2024! The reflection of the eight colorful movable exhibition rooms in the window glass is so cute that it's recommended to take a selfie as a memento of your trip🫶🏻 There is a garden outside, and it is said that the plants that appear in Gallé's works are planted to suit the climate of the Seto Inland Sea. Get outside and enjoy the nature of Hiroshima🌱 𓂃𓂃𓂃𓂃𓂃𓂃𓂃𓂃𓂃𓂃𓂃𓂃𓂃𓂃𓂃𓂃 ✎𓂃 [Shimose Art Museum] 〒739-0622 2-10-50 Harumi, Otake City, Hiroshima Prefecture 9:30~17:00 (Closed on Mondays) 15 minutes by shuttle bus from the east exit of JR Otake Station Check the Shimose Art Museum website for the timetable! 🏷2024.02 #aug_trip #Hiroshima trip #Hiroshima sightseeing #Shimose Art Museum #Museum tour #Museum #Architecture tour #Museum architecture

It was worth the trip to this wonderful museum that just opened in 2023! It's a little way past Miyajima, so save it as a possible destination for your next trip and use it! 🫶──────────────📌Point─────────────☑︎ Colorful containers Eight movable colorful containers are floating, and inside them is the exhibition room! When you enter the exhibition room, it feels fluffy and like you're on a boat 🚢☑︎ Emile Gallé's garden A cute and cute garden planted with flowers that appear in Gallé's works 💐☑︎ Special exhibitions in the museum When I went, the Yotsuya Simon and Kaneko Kuniyoshi exhibition was being held. From 2023.10.1 to 2024.1.14. ☑︎ There is a hill with a great view called the Observatory Boyo Terrace ★ You can see the containers from the top where you can see the islands! In autumn, the cosmos bloomed on the hill and it was so cute! ☑︎ Exterior and interior Both inside and outside are mirrored and sparkling. Every space designed by architect Shigeru Ban is comfortable! The site is the size of the Tokyo Dome. ☑︎ Restaurant, cafe, and villa cafe serves sandwiches and sweets. I checked the restaurant only for reservation courses, and the villa seems to be around 170,000 yen per night! ☑︎ Access About 40 minutes by car from Hiroshima. It's a little beyond Miyajima! It seems easy to get there from Iwakuni Kintaikyo Airport in Yamaguchi Prefecture. There is a shuttle from Oo Station. ─────────────Simose Art Museum 2-10-50 Harumi, Oichi, Hiroshima 739-0622Shuttle bus available from JR Oichi Station (see website for details)Opening hours9:30-17:00 (entry until 16:30)Closed on Mondays (open on national holidays), New Year's holidays, and changing exhibitionsAdmission feeAdults: 1,800 (1,500) yenCollege students: 900 (800) yenMiddle school students and younger: Free───────────── #arttour #hiroshimatourism #artmuseum #trip

This is a new private art museum that opened in March 2023. Unlike public art museums, the admission fee is a little high at 1,700 yen, but it is a wonderful museum that makes you want to go back again. The building itself is art, and glass and mirrors are scattered everywhere, so the word "stylish" suits it well. I imagine the maintenance costs, such as cleaning the mirrors and what happens if they are broken, must be quite expensive. In addition to the art, there is a flower garden, a restaurant, and apparently you can even stay overnight. Even if you are not interested in art, you can still enjoy it. Highly recommended for a date with your partner. You will definitely be impressed that you took them to a stylish place.

I went to the Shimose Art Museum, which opened in Hiroshima in March. I was overwhelmed by the wooden space designed by Shigeru Ban. The interior of the museum is filled with Shigeru Ban's intricate design, such as the chairs. The glass-walled museum is lined with works by Emile Gallé, a representative of the Art Nouveau era. Outside is a garden modeled after Emile Gallé's garden. It was a hot summer, but the location was perfect. If you're interested, there is a hotel, so please go and check it out. #HiroshimaSightseeing #777