10 Art Museums That Will Move Your Heart
Summary
This article showcases 10 art museums in Japan that are guaranteed to stir emotion, highlighting those distinguished by their architecture, concept, or relationship with nature. Featured locations include the Odawara Art Foundation Enoura Observatory, established by Hiroshi Sugimoto, where nature, architecture, and art intersect; Shimose Art Museum, designed by Shigeru Ban and recognized as one of the world's most beautiful museums; the Tottori Prefectural Museum designed by Fumihiko Maki; the STONE MUSEUM in Nasu-Ashino, an architectural work in stone by Kengo Kuma. Also included are the Nagi Museum of Contemporary Art (Nagi MOCA), where the building and art are permanently integrated as designed by Arata Isozaki; the Aomori Museum of Art, designed by Jun Aoki inspired by the Sannai-Maruyama Ruins; the MIHO MUSEUM in Shiga, designed by I. M. Pei based on the Peach Blossom Spring tale; Adachi Museum of Art, which harmonizes Japanese gardens and Nihonga paintings; the Toyama Glass Art Museum, another Kengo Kuma design focusing on glass art; and the new Naoshima Art Museum, the tenth facility designed by Tadao Ando on the art island of Naoshima. Each museum offers a profound experience through its unique aesthetic and purpose.
(Source:timeout.com.hk)