The 13 best art museums in Toyama

Great modern beautiful architecture to explore! There are free fare areas to feel modern art and architecture around the museum and outside of the museum!

This is a very modern, clean and well organised museum. You would spend max 30 minutes as they have limited items on permanent exhibit. Somehow they have emphasis on chairs by having dozens of them on display. The surprise was that they have paintings of Chagall, Picasso and Taro Okamoto which are all worth seeing. Some other thoughts: Restaurant on 3rd floor is great. They have limited menu options but their meat and vegetables are freshly prepared. And they also have a good canal view. Location / Access is problematic as taxis are the only realistic option to get there. I think the local authority should consider running bus services if they want more tourists to visit this beautiful museum. I took a taxi from Toyama Station but had a bad experience as the driver was rude and deliberately driving at slow speed to earn more cash.

I only visited the museum shop and the onomatopoeia rooftop playground. Both were lovely, especially the playground! The concept is interesting and it is suitable for adults and children. You also get a great view of the mountain range in the distance.

Great views from interesting building and regular interesting exhibitions. Don't forget the roof garden. Facilities for kids to play and enjoy. Watch for lovely and unique uniforms worn by staff designed by isse miyake. 20 mins walk from station.

Beautiful architecture as always from Japanese museums. The collection when I visited was beautifully collected also (the chairs). Worth to pay for the extra exhibits.

A nice modern and contemporary art museum. A slightly different art museum from the rest. Worth a visit. There’s a roof top garden cum playground too.

Pretty disappointing actually, there are definitely better museums to go to... but the view from the roof is fantastic!

Architecturally, this building is remarkable – combining historical charm with a modern sense of space and light. It houses several well-curated exhibitions and galleries, each offering a different cultural perspective. The top floor is dedicated to the art of glass and glassblowing, featuring a thoughtfully designed exhibition with impressive glass installations that highlight both craftsmanship and creativity. While admission is somewhat on the expensive side, the overall experience offers a lot of cultural and artistic value. The lower levels include public libraries for both adults and children, providing a quiet and welcoming space for reading and relaxation. We spent over an hour there browsing through books and enjoying the calm atmosphere. Overall, a visit is worthwhile for anyone with an interest in art, design, or architecture.

I never know glass can be made into such as amazing artwork. The admission is only 200yen. The paid exhibition spends onto floor 4 and 6. I wish there are more items on display. The building itself consist of a public library as well.

I only can appreciate some of the larger scale glass are or the glass sculpture with the light effect. For other smaller glass sculptures on display, which to me, it’s a dust collector. I’m apologize for not understand the art form or the creativity of those artists. One good and positive thing about this museum is the price of snacks like cheesecake and chestnut 🎂 cake etc is very fairly priced also very delicious! Coffee is also very good!

Beautiful museum to visit. The architecture of the building with its wood and glass structures evokes a calm and peaceful feel blending in with the beauty of the glass art pieces. There was a piano recital in the foyer when we visited. In all a must visit when visiting Toyama.

The building itself is a stunning piece of architecture by the renowned architect Kengo Kuma, with a façade inspired by the shimmering ice dikes of the Tateyama mountains and warm cedar interiors. Inside, you’ll discover an impressive permanent glass art exhibition and a beautiful library. A must-visit when in Toyama!

The museum looks big. Only 3 floors (Starts from Floor 6, then 4, and 3). Some art prices are really spectacular. The other floors are just book stores. There is also a coffee shop inside and has a nice menu. They serve in one of the best glass crockeries. It’s allowed to take pics Inside, but not allowed to share on any social media channels or on google. So, I won’t be able to upload pics here 😊. There is also a museum shop inside where you can purchase some souvenirs and other glass selections.

Architect: Kengo Kuma. Love the sleek exterior juxtaposed by the rustic interior of cedar beams. Entrance fee: we only paid 200yen but you could pay more if you'd like to catch the special exhibition. Exhibits: the permanent exhibition of dave chihuly works was a crowd pleaser and certainly eye catching. However I preferred the understated glass art by japanese, korean, and czech artists - photography was not allowed for that exhibition though. Since toyama has a rich glassmaking history, I think it's worth visiting this museum. Dont miss the gift store too!

Green Tea corner with Japanese sweet. relaxing and good taste

(Translated by Google) November 24, 2024 We visited Toyama Castle in conjunction with the local museum. Photography is not allowed inside the museum, but the tea room seems nice. Today I was able to see the beautiful works of "Ranbu". (Original) 2024年11月24日　富山城の郷土博物館と合わせて訪問しました。美術館内は撮影禁止ですがお茶室はいいようです。今日は"ランブ"の綺麗な作品を見ることができました。

(Translated by Google) The museum opened in September 1961 as the "Sato Museum of Art (Foundation)". The late "Sato Sukuro", a businessman and tea master from Tonami City, Toyama Prefecture, was the core of the museum, and it was renamed the Toyama Museum of Art in 1963. From 1991 to 1993, it was expanded to commemorate the 30th anniversary of its establishment, and was renamed the Toyama Sato Museum of Art (Foundation) in April 1998. In addition to the exhibition room, the museum also relocated the Sato family's two teahouses "Sukean" and "Ryu-tei-an", as well as a shoin-zashiki building made entirely of cypress wood. In April of the same year, the building and all the collections were donated to Toyama City and operated together with the Toyama City Folk Museum. (The above is taken from the official website, translated by myself) (Using the common ticket with Toyama Sato Memorial Museum of Art, ¥320) Unfortunately, the staff chatting (quite loudly) at the counter that day and a passerby wearing super noisy boots and talking nonsense really made it difficult to appreciate the collection... (No photography of the exhibits in the museum, no filming of the relocated buildings) Date of visit: 250522 (Original) 於1961年9月開館，當時名為“佐藤美術館（基金會）”，由已故的富山縣砺波市的實業家兼茶人的「佐藤助九郎」為核心，1963年更名為富山美術館。 1991～1993年，為紀念建館30週年進行了擴建工程，並於1998年4月更名為富山佐藤美術館（基金會） 館內除展覽室外，還移築了佐藤家的兩間茶室「助庵」、「柳汀庵」，以及一間完全由檜木製成的書院座敷建築。同年4月，建築和所有藏品被捐贈給富山市，與富山市郷土博物館共同運作。 （以上取自官網，自行翻譯） （使用與富山市佐藤紀念美術館共通券 ¥320） 很遺憾的是，當天在櫃檯聊天（有夠大聲）的工作人員還有一位路人穿著超吵的靴子跟無聊的高談闊論，真的讓人無法好好欣賞藏品…… （館內展品不能拍攝、移築的建築禁止拍影片） 參觀日期：250522

(Translated by Google) Arriving at Toyama Castle Park, after passing through Chitose Gate, you'll find the Toyama City Sato Memorial Museum. Even in the rain, the museum exudes the charm of ancient Japanese castle architecture. I heard that most of the museum's collection was donated by the Sato family, and it boasts over a thousand items, including tea sets, old ceramics, and Japanese paintings. Due to time constraints, I didn't go inside to explore. If you're visiting Toyama Castle Park, you can arrange a visit. (Original) 來到富山城公園，經過千歲御門後就可以看到富山市佐藤紀念美術館，雨中的美術館有股日本古城建築的味道。聽說美術館內大多數藏品由佐藤家捐贈，裡面有茶具，老陶瓷，日本畫，……等收藏約一千多項 。 也因為行程時間的關係，所以就沒有進去裡面參觀，有來到富山城公園的朋友，也可以安排入內參觀。

(Translated by Google) A very compact museum. You can take a quick look around. The view from the museum lobby is very beautiful. You can admire the castle tower building with the garden in the background, and you can enjoy it whether the weather is good or bad. (Original) 非常にコンパクトな美術館で、 さくっと見て回れます。 美術館ロビーからの眺望がとても美しいです。庭園を背景に天守閣の建物が拝め、天気が良くても悪くても楽しめます。

(Translated by Google) This art museum focuses on hanging scrolls. The second floor has a space that recreates a teahouse, which is well worth seeing. You can see Toyama Castle from the beautiful garden. Please note that photography is prohibited in many areas of the museum. (Original) 掛け軸を中心とした美術館。2階は茶室を再現したスペースがあったりと見ごたえあります。素晴らしい庭園からは富山城が見えます。 館内撮影禁止場所が多いので注意。

(Translated by Google) Located within Toyama Castle Ruins Park. This museum focuses on the collection of Oriental antiquities collected by Sukekuro Sato, a businessman and tea master from Tonami City, Toyama Prefecture. ※※Due to the effects of the 2020 Noto Peninsula Earthquake, the entrance through the moat from the International Conference Center side and the entrance on the Matsukawa side where the prefectural police are located are completely closed to traffic. Please use the entrance on the east side (underground parking lot/Castle Boulevard side). (Visited on February 23, 2024) The paths in the park are raised, and some of the stone monuments of the fallen police personnel in the line of duty have collapsed. (Original) 富山城址公園内にあります。富山県砺波市出身の実業家で、茶人でもあった佐藤助九郎が収集した東洋古美術のコレクションを中心とする美術館。　※※令和6年能登半島地震の影響により、国際会議場側から濠を通る入口と、県警のある松川側の入口は全面通行禁止となっています。東側(地下駐車場・城址大通り側)の入口をご利用して下さい。(2024年2月23日訪問)公園内の通路が隆起してたり、殉職警防団員慰霊碑の一部の石碑が崩れています。

(Translated by Google) This museum exhibits many works by French painter Millet and other landscape painters known as the Barbizon school. It is a very small museum, consisting of one room for permanent exhibitions and another room for temporary exhibitions. However, the collection is wonderful, especially Millet's ``Sheep Shearing Girl''. It's not crowded even on holidays, and you can admire many famous items to your heart's content for a very reasonable price of 300 yen. There is also an audio guide. It's located in a corner of a somewhat deserted arcade shopping street, and if you don't know about it, you might just walk right past it, but the landmark is the reproduction of Millet's painting displayed in the showcase. As it is located in a shopping district, there are many cafes and restaurants around, and the Toyama City Glass Art Museum is also about a 5-minute walk away. Toyama Castle and Toyama International Conference Center are also within walking distance. From Toyama Station, take the tram to Nakamachi (Nishimachi Kita) Station, and from there it's about a 3-minute walk. It's located in an arcade shopping street, so it's comfortable even on rainy or snowy days. There is no private parking lot, but there are many paid parking lots nearby for your convenience. The museum is closed on Mondays, but there are other temporary closing days as well. The latest information is published on Facebook, so please check it in advance. Photography is not allowed inside the museum, but there are several days throughout the year where you can take pictures. The attached photo was taken at that time. It's well worth a visit to Toyama, as you can easily and calmly enjoy many masterpieces that could be housed in the Musée d'Orsay in Paris or the Boston Museum of Fine Arts in the United States. (Original) フランスの画家ミレーを中心に、バルビゾン派と呼ばれる風景画家の作品を数多く展示している美術館です。 常設展の展示室が１部屋と、企画展用の展示室で構成され、とてもこじんまりとした美術館です。 しかしコレクションは素晴らしく、特にミレーの「羊の毛を刈る少女」は圧巻です。 休日でも混雑することなく、３００円というとても手軽な料金で心行くまで銘品の数々を鑑賞できます。 音声ガイドもあります。 やや寂れたアーケード商店街の一角にあり、知らないとそのまま通り過ぎてしまいそうなたたずまいですが、ショーケース内に飾られているミレーの複製画が目印です。 商店街の中にあるだけあって、周りにはカフェやレストランが数多くあり、また、歩いて５分ほどのところには富山市立ガラス美術館もあります。 富山城や富山国際会議場も徒歩圏内です。 富山駅からは路面電車で「中町(西町北)」駅まで行き、そこから徒歩で３分ほどです。 アーケード商店街の中にあるので、雨や雪の日でも快適です。 専用駐車場はありませんが、周囲には数多くの有料駐車場があり、便利です。 休館日は月曜日ですが、それ以外にも臨時の休館日があります。 最新情報はfacebookで公開されているので、、事前にチェックする必要があります。 館内は撮影禁止ですが、年に何度か撮影可能日が設定されています。 貼付の写真はその際に撮影したものです。 パリのオルセー美術館やアメリカのボストン美術館に収蔵されていてもおかしくない名作の数々が手軽に落ち着いて楽しめるので、ここを目当てに富山を訪れる価値が十分にあります。

(Translated by Google) Millet's Shearer and several other works, as well as works by other artists, are on display. Those with even a passing interest in art will likely recognize some of the pieces. While famous works are important in an art museum, I also believe that creating an atmosphere conducive to focused viewing is crucial. It was a wonderful opportunity to quietly and leisurely appreciate the works. I was told they belonged to a local bank, and while expressing my gratitude for their generous donation, I decided to have lunch at a nearby restaurant (which I understand is intended to contribute to local revitalization). I highly recommend this stop if tourists stop by Toyama and have time to explore the city. There are plenty of places to eat nearby, and the Daiwa Department Store is also located there. (Original) 밀레의 양털 깎는 소녀와 몇가지 다른 작품들, 그리고 다른 작가들의 작품들이 전시되어있습니다. 미술에 약간의 관심이 있는 분들이라면 어딘가서 보았던 작품들도 있어요. 미술관은 유명작품도 중요하지만 작품을 집중해서 볼 수 있는 분위기도 정말 중요하다고 생각합니다. 조용히 천천히 작품들을 감상할 수 있는 멋진 시간이었습니다. 지역은행의 소장품이라고 하던데 그 취지에 감사드리며 일부러 인근 작은 식당에서 점심식사를 했습니다. (지역활성화 기여 목적이 있다고 합니다) 관광객분들이 도야마에 들렀다 시내구경을 할 시간이 난다면 꼭 들러보시라고 추천하고 싶습니다. 인근에 식사할 곳도 많고 다이와 백화점도 있습니다.

(Translated by Google) I knew about it but had never been there, so I decided to visit it this time. The reason I didn't go there for over 10 years was because I was under the impression that all the paintings on display were reproductions. (Because the pictures displayed next to the entrance were all replicas made using the latest technology to look exactly like the real thing, so I mistakenly thought the inside of the museum was the same...) I was able to see Millet's painting for only 300 yen. (The pride of Toyama is thanks to the Hokuriku Bank.) For some reason, they said it was OK to take photos on this day, so I took the opportunity to take some photos. There are few customers, so you can enjoy the show at your leisure. I was also satisfied with the special exhibition displaying works by Tomio University students. It's a hidden spot. (Original) 知ってはいましたが一度も訪れたことがなかったので今回訪問。 １０年以上行かなかったのは、展示されている絵が全てが複製だと勘違いしていたからでした。 (だって入り口横に飾られているのは最新技術で本物そっくりに複製した絵ばかりが飾られていたので館内もそうだと勘違いしてしまったのでした・・・) たったの３００円でミレーの絵に会えました。(富山の誇り、北陸銀行さんのお蔭ですね。) この日はなぜか写真撮影もOKとのことでバシバシ撮影させて頂きました。 お客様もまばらなのでゆ～っくり鑑賞できます。 富大の学生さんたちの作品が飾られている企画展も満足できました。 隠れた名スポットですね。

(Translated by Google) Visited on August 18, 2024. A facility located at the edge of a deserted shutter arcade street. In other words, the Hokuriku Bank is displaying works of art owned by the Hokuriku Bank on vacant floors for the purpose of regional revitalization. Thanks to this, viewers can benefit from cheap admission fees. Hokuriku Bank has a deep knowledge of art, even if you read the information magazine published by the bank, so this facility makes sense. Although there is no foot traffic, it is a facility that you should visit even if it is just for this purpose. No photography is allowed in the permanent exhibition. (Original) 2024.8.18訪問。 寂れたシャッターアーケード街の端にある施設。要するに地域活性化の目的で空きフロアに北陸銀行が所蔵している美術品を公開しているという事でしょう。お陰で格安の入場料金で鑑賞者はその恩恵を受けれます。北陸銀行は銀行が発行する情報誌を読んでいても美術に造詣が深いのでこの施設も納得です。人通りはありませんが、ここだけを目指してでも訪問するべき施設てす。常設展示は写真撮影NGです。

(Translated by Google) A rare gallery where you can enjoy over a dozen of Millet's works for 300 yen. The exhibits in front of the store are replicas, but the ones inside the gallery are the real thing. It's a hidden gem, as it's far from the station. I was able to enjoy myself at a leisurely pace. (Original) 300円でミレーの作品を十数点楽しめる貴重なギャラリー。店頭での展示は複製ですが、ギャラリー内は本物。駅からも離れていることから穴場的なスポットみたいです。 ゆったりと楽しむことができました。

(Translated by Google) No way! No way, no way, no way! I never thought I would be able to meet the real Millet in an arcade in Toyama. I was trembling with emotion. There aren't that many works, but that doesn't matter. This is an art museum large enough that you can take your time to enjoy each painting. What a luxurious time. I think it is a treasure of Toyama. If you want to meet Millet, the people of Toyama can go there right away, and the admission ticket is only 300 yen! ! (Original) まさか！まさか、まさか、まさか！ 富山のアーケード街でホンモノのミレーと出会えるとは。感動で震えました。作品数はめちゃくちゃ多くはないものの、そんなことは関係ない。じっくりひとつひとつの絵画を味わえる規模の美術館。なんて贅沢なひとときでしょう。富山の宝だと思います。ミレーに会いたくなったら富山の人たちはすぐにいけて、しかも入場券は300円！！

(Translated by Google) I was able to come across works that made me feel glad that I came to Toyama. I visited on a weekday afternoon, and was able to watch the show in a relaxing and clean space. The locker is the type where you can put ¥100. I'll be back. The toilets are separate for men and women and clean. If you want to go on an art tour, we recommend purchasing the "Art Town Tour Passport" issued by Toyama Prefecture. *3pt coupon for ¥600. GALERIE MILLET is 1pt. Thank you for the wonderful time. (Original) 富山に来て良かったと思える作品に出会えました。 平日の午後お伺いしましたがゆっくりと清潔な空間で観ることができました。 ロッカーは、¥100を入れるタイプ。戻ってきます。 トイレは男女別で清潔です。 アート巡り旅をしたい方は、ぜひ富山県が発行している「アートのまちめぐりパスポート」を購入することをおすすめします💖 ※¥600で3ptのクーポン券。GALERIE MILLETは1ptです。 素敵なひと時をありがとうございました。

No swords when I went, but there was a lovely exhibit of art and porcelain. Lady at the front was very rude when I asked where the swords went. Wouldn't even engage in my question.

Awesome museum if you love Japanese Sword. I enjoy very much.

(Translated by Google) At a museum that exhibits Japanese swords, I think it would be a good idea to go to the theater room to see the points of appreciation before seeing the actual swords. You will be able to appreciate the charm of Japanese swords as works of art. By the time you finish watching it, you'll probably forget about the real world. If possible, I would have liked to have been able to pick up something that looked close to the real thing and actually hold it. (Original) 日本刀を展示している美術館で、シアタールームで鑑賞のポイントを見てから実物を見るとよいと思います。 美術品としての日本刀の魅力をより感じられるでしょう。 見終わる頃には現実の世界を忘れてることでしょう。 出来れば実物に近い作り物を手に取って、実際に持ってみることが出来たらよかったなぁ。

(Translated by Google) Dorayaki reports. This is a museum of Japanese swords that is rare even in Japan. Due to the location of Toyama, it is not very crowded. Parking available. I wonder if I can get close enough by streetcar. If you like Japanese swords, you should go see it. We often hold exhibitions, and the contents may change slightly. (Original) どらやきが報告します。 こちら、全国的にも珍しい日本刀の博物館。 富山という土地柄、あまり混んでいません。 駐車場あり。市電でもある程度近くまで行けるかな。 日本刀好きな方は見にいくべし。よく展覧会を催し、中身が少々入れ替わることあります。

(Translated by Google) I went to the Touken Ranbu collaboration exhibition called "Japanese Sword Art." It's not a big facility, but it's calm and I was able to look around with ease. (Original) 発見！日本の刀美という刀剣乱舞コラボ企画展に行きました。大きくはない施設ですが落ち着いており安心して見て回れます。

(Translated by Google) I heard about an exhibition of Japanese swords on the radio and decided to visit. I was glad that photography was allowed. Personally, I think the lighting could be a little brighter. (Original) ラジオで日本刀の展示をしているのを知って来館しました。 写真撮影が許可されてるのが嬉しかった。 個人的には照明がもう少し明るい方がいいかな〜

(Translated by Google) Revisited September 2025 I visited "Discover! The Beauty of Japanese Swords." It was a weekday after the summer holidays, but I was surprised to see a fair number of customers. There are a lot of people interested in Japanese swords. This time, there were fewer koshirae. The "Mushizukuri Wakizashi Koshirae" is an interesting koshirae. Revisited February 2025 I visited the second half of "Japanese Sword Story II." Once again, I was captivated by the beauty of the koshirae. I visited for the first time to see Japanese swords. I arrived after 10:00 on a weekday, thinking I'd be the first there, but there was someone there before me. The facility is very clean. It's wonderful. The theater room on the first floor features a video introducing the museum's concept and the highlights of the special exhibition, so it's a good place to start. (Original) 再訪2025.09 『発見！日本刀の美』を訪問。夏休み明け平日でしたがそれなりにお客さんがいてビックリ。日本刀に興味のある方、沢山いるのですね。 今回は拵は少なめ。 『虫尽脇差拵』、面白い拵です。 再訪2025.02 日本刀物語II後期を訪問。 あらためて『拵』の美しさに魅了されます。 日本刀が見たくて初訪問しました。 平日の10時過ぎに訪れましたが一番乗りかと思いきや先客がおられました。 施設は大変綺麗です。素晴らしい。 一階のシアタールームでは美術館のコンセプトや企画展の見どころを映像で紹介していますので最初に訪れると良いでしょう。

(Translated by Google) The bus stop is a little far. You can park your car near the pharmacy. It is the newest building among the seven facilities, and is nice and cool in the summer. Admission fee is also cheap. (Original) バス停は少し遠い。 駐車場は薬館の近く停めてればよい。 ７つの施設の中で一番最新の建物で、夏は涼しくて良い。 入館料も安い。

(Translated by Google) Takamura Ushihito is a Japanese painter born in Toyama. He was drafted during the Pacific War and sent to the southern battlefields. After returning to Japan, he continued to live a wandering life while continuing to paint his own unique style of painting. Ushihito's paintings, such as his depictions of women, have a similar atmosphere to Munakata Shiko, but he also left behind many paintings that leave a strong impression on viewers with their detailed depictions and bold compositions. This museum opened in 1989 and is said to be the newest exhibition hall in the Toyama Folk Craft Village. It is a valuable museum where you can view many of Ushihito's terrifying works, but unfortunately it seems that not many people visit, perhaps due to its location. (Original) 篁牛人は富山生まれの日本画家。太平洋戦争中に応召されて南方戦場に赴き、帰国後は放浪生活などを続けながら独自の作風の絵を描き続けた画家として知られています。 牛人の絵は、女性の描写など棟方志功に似た雰囲気もありますが、一方で緻密な描写と大胆な構図で見る人に強烈な印象を与える絵を数多く残しています。 この美術館は1989年の開館で、富山市民俗民芸村では最も新しい展示館とのこと。牛人の鬼気迫る作品を数多く鑑賞できる貴重な美術館ですが、立地の影響か訪れる人も多くなさそうなのが残念です。

(Translated by Google) A very nice and quiet museum. I think this is a valuable art museum where you can enjoy the museum at your leisure without worrying about anyone watching you, which is rare in modern art museums in cities in Japan. There are not too many works, so you can concentrate and watch until the end. Moreover, the entrance fee is only 200 yen. Another souvenir postcard is 50 yen. I was surprised. (Original) とても静かな良い美術館。 今の日本の街中の美術館では中々無い、ゆっくりと誰の目も気にせずに鑑賞できる貴重な美術館だと思います。作品も多すぎず、集中して最後まで見ることができます。 しかも、入館料は、たったの二百円。 もひとつ、お土産のポストカードは五十円。 吃驚しました。

(Translated by Google) Although it is small in scale, many works by Takamura Gyuto, whose reputation has been increasing in recent years, are on display. There are various facilities nearby, so it would be interesting to visit them together. (Original) 規模は小さいですが、近年評価が高まっている篁牛人の作品多数展示されています。近くに色々な施設がありますのでセットで訪問すると面白い。

(Translated by Google) It's a beautiful museum. You can enjoy the tasteful pictures slowly. (Original) 綺麗な美術館です。味わいのある絵をゆっくりと楽しむことができますよ

(Translated by Google) I was happy to meet my favorite cow person. It would be nice to be appreciated more. (Original) 大好きな牛人に会えて嬉しかったです。 もっともっと評価されていいですよね。

(Translated by Google) There are facilities such as Kurehayama Observatory and Folklore Museum in the surrounding area. (Original) 周辺には呉羽山展望台、民俗資料館等、施設があります。

(Translated by Google) There are also many works by famous authors. It seems that special exhibitions are held four or five times a year. I was able to see over 50 points. It looks like a community center from the outside, but once you step inside, the pillars and beams are spectacular. This museum was built seven years ago by Shoki Asai, a native of Mizuhashi. Mr. Asai passed away five years ago. It seems that he had a hard time collecting information about his friends, backgrounds, and works. Admission is still free. It appears to be run by volunteers. (Original) 著名な作家の作品も多い。企画展が年に4、5回開かれているようである。50点以上見ることができた。 外観は公民館のようであるが、中に入ると、柱や梁などが素晴らしい。 地元水橋出身の浅井省己氏が7年前に建てた施設美術館である。浅井氏は、5年前に逝去されている。 仲間や出身や作品を集めるのに苦労されていたようだ。現在も入館料は無料。ボランティアによって運営されているようである。

(Translated by Google) It's a facility with such a nice atmosphere that it's hard to believe it's free. Although I call it "small," there were 45 exhibits when I went there, and it was more impressive and satisfying than I expected. It seems that the works are changed about four times a year, so I would definitely like to visit again. (Original) 無料とは思えないくらい雰囲気もよくステキな趣きの施設です。 「小さな」と言っても私が行った時の展示数は45点もあり、予想以上の見応えと満足感がありました。 年に4回ほど作品の入替があるようなので、是非また訪れたいと思います。

(Translated by Google) When I was searching for art museums in Toyama, the name ``The Cutest Art Museum in the World'' caught my eye. ...This is an art museum with such an extensive name. I decided to go there because the reviews were generally positive and the name of the building was very interesting. Although it looks like a modern one-story building from the outside, the inside is an old folk house that was relocated. The gap and the bold combination blend together to perfectly sublimate the idea that the building is also a work of art. The works on display are all representative of the taste of the first director, and include paintings, hanging scrolls, Japanese paintings, ceramics and other pottery, and Japanese dolls, all of which I am very satisfied with. What I personally found interesting was that impressions of paintings from previous exhibitions were displayed. I don't often have the opportunity to exchange opinions about paintings, so I found it interesting that there was something I could relate to. (Original) 富山の美術館を検索していたら、「世界一かわいい美術館」の名前が目に飛び込んできました。 ･･･なんと大層な名前の美術館なのかしら。 クチコミも概ね好評なうえに、興味を強く惹かれる館名という事もあり行ってみました。 外見はモダンな平屋なのに、中には移築された古民家が。そのギャップと大胆な組み合わせが溶け合い、建物も作品の一つという考えが見事に昇華されています。 展示されていた作品は初代理事のセンスが伝わって来るものばかりで、絵画に掛け軸、日本画、陶磁器等の焼き物、日本人形と多岐に渡り、とても満足度が高いです。 個人的に面白かったのは、以前開催された展覧会の絵画に対しての感想が展示されていたことですね。中々絵画に対して意見を交わす機会がないので、共感できる内容があって興味深かったです。

(Translated by Google) This is a small art museum located in front of Mizuhashi Station (on the west side of the station) on the Ainokaze Toyama Railway. When I say cute, I mean LITTLE, not CUTE. It is a beautiful building with a collection of Japanese paintings and other items on display, which can be viewed free of charge. Personally, hanging scrolls and such are normally hung and displayed, eh? Do I have to put it in a glass case and control the temperature, humidity and UV rays? I was a little concerned 😂 Is that a bit loose? It was a museum that made me think of how cute it was. The toilets were super clean, so I had the impression that I'd rather use this one than the one at Mizuhashi Station. The parking lot is next to the building, so you can come as long as you like.👍 (Original) あいの風とやま鉄道の水橋駅前（駅の西側）にある小さな美術館です。 可愛いというのはCUTEではなくLITTLEの方の可愛さですね。きれいな建屋で中には日本画などの所蔵品が展示してあり、無料で観覧できます。 個人的には掛け軸とかが普通に吊るして展示してあり、え？ガラスケースに入れて温度湿度紫外線管理しなくていいの？とちょっと気になりましたが😂 そんなちょっとユルさ？もかわいいとおもえてしまう美術館でした。トイレが超キレイなので水橋駅のトイレを使うぐらいならこちらを使いたいな～と思う印象でした。駐車場は建屋の隣りにありますので来るまで来てもOKです👍

(Translated by Google) The building is an old private house that was relocated, so it is a warm and relaxing museum. The staff was kind and explained each piece in detail. I wasn't familiar with art, but I had unexpected encounters with hanging scrolls by Kaishu Katsu, swords from the Muromachi period, and paintings by Kaii Higashiyama. I would like to go again. (Original) 古民家を移築した建物なので、温かみと寛ぎのある美術館です。スタッフの方も親切で一つ一つの作品を丁寧に説明してもらえました。 美術品に疎い私でしたが、 勝海舟の掛軸や、室町時代の刀、東山魁夷の絵画など思わぬ出会いがありました。 また、行きたいと思います。

(Translated by Google) It was a small museum, but it was built not many years ago, so both the exterior and interior were beautiful. There were quite a few items in the collection, and the atmosphere was calm. (Photography of the items in the collection was prohibited) It seems that they originally intended to name it the "smallest" art museum in the world, but the current name was adopted. (Original) 小ぢんまりとした美術館でしたが、建てられてからそんなに年数が経っていないのもあり外観・内装とも綺麗でした。 所蔵品もそれなりにあり、落ち着いた雰囲気でした。(所蔵品は撮影禁止でした) 当初は世界一"小さな"美術館という名前にしようとしてたようですが、今の名前になったとのこと。

(Translated by Google) On the way to the Firefly Squid Museum, I saw a signboard from inside the motorcycle and couldn't help but get off and stop by (´ー`) The inside is small, so you can walk around and look at the art pieces! Admission was free, and I had fun talking to the wonderful ladies who greeted me. I also received some tea, thank you m(._.)m (Original) ホタルイカミュージアムに行く途中、単車の中から看板が見えたけん、思わず下車して寄りました(´ー`) 中は、小ぢんまりとしていて、ぐっと回りながら美術品を見れます！ 入館料も無料でしたし、応対してくれた素敵なおじ様たちとお話できて楽しかったです♪ お茶も頂きました、ありがとうございますm(。_。)m