Towada Art Center

十和田市現代美術館

4.4Est. 120Towada, Tohoku

Overview

Pritzker-winning glass pavilion museum with site-specific works by Ron Mueck and Yoko Ono.

Designed by Pritzker Prize-winner Ryue Nishizawa, this contemporary art museum features site-specific installations in glass-walled pavilions connected by corridors. Works by Ron Mueck, Yoko Ono, and Jeong Hwa Choi spill onto the surrounding streetscape, with giant colorful sculptures lining the boulevard. Each piece was created exclusively for this museum.

Practical info

Japanese name: 十和田市現代美術館
Nearest station: Aomori Station (50 min drive)
Payment: Cards accepted
Reservations: Advance tickets available online and at convenience stores. Walk-in usually fine on weekdays. Check hours before visiting.

Accessibility

Wheelchair entranceWheelchair parkingWheelchair restroom

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