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Taro Okamoto Museum of Art

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Located within Ikuta Ryokuchi Park in Kawasaki City, Kanagawa Prefecture, the Taro Okamoto Museum of Art is a museum showcasing the diverse works and activities of artist Taro Okamoto. The museum permanently exhibits Taro's works, which are full of original expression, including sculptures, paintings, and three-dimensional works, and also holds special exhibitions. It is a place where you can experience art in the midst of abundant nature and feel Taro's spirit of "Art is an explosion!"
The greatest attraction of the Taro Okamoto Museum of Art is that you can experience his bold and original works up close. Inside the museum, a wide range of Taro's works are on display, including large works reminiscent of his masterpiece, the Tower of the Sun, as well as paintings and sculptures, allowing you to trace the trajectory of his life and creativity. The powerful colors and vibrant shapes will appeal to the viewer and stimulate their senses. The museum building itself, while harmonizing with the surrounding nature, has a powerful presence like Taro's works, and the architecture is also one of the highlights.

The museum is located in the vast Ikuta Green Space, and its unique feature is that you can enjoy art appreciation and a nature walk at the same time. After touring the museum, it is also recommended to stroll the lush grounds while looking for the sculptures scattered outdoors. During the season of fresh greenery and autumn leaves, a beautiful contrast between the art works and nature is created, making it a great photo spot, making it the perfect place for a stylish date or a family outing.

At the museum's cafe "TARO," you can enjoy a unique menu of Taro's works and light meals made with local ingredients. It's the perfect place to take a break between art appreciation and to soak in the afterglow after appreciation. The shop has a selection of goods with Taro's works as motifs and original items exclusive to the museum, so you can enjoy choosing souvenirs.

[Trivia]
- Taro Okamoto is an artist with deep ties to Kawasaki City, where he spent his later years.

- The Tower of the Sun was created by Taro Okamoto as a symbol of the 1970 Osaka Expo.

[Hidden Spot Information]
A short walk from the museum, in Ikuta Ryokuchi, you will find the Kawasaki City Traditional Crafts Museum and the Japanese Folk House Museum. In particular, the Japanese Folk House Museum has relocated and restored representative old houses from eastern Japan, allowing you to experience traditional Japanese life and architecture. It is a hidden gem known only to those in the know, where you can experience traditional Japanese culture in a way that is different from the Taro Okamoto Museum of Art.

Nearby is the "Fujiko F. Fujio Museum."
[Admission Fee]
Permanent Exhibition: 700 yen for adults, 500 yen for university students, 300 yen for high school students, free for elementary and junior high school students
Special exhibitions may require additional fees.

[Opening Hours]
9:30-17:00 (entry until 16:30)

[Closed]
Mondays (open on public holidays, closed the following weekday)
New Year's Holidays
There are also temporary closures during exhibition change periods

[Parking]
Use Ikuta Ryokuchi Parking Lot (paid)
There are multiple parking lots at the east and west exits.
Price: 400 yen for the first 2 hours, 100 yen for every 30 minutes thereafter (maximum charge applies)

[Access]
Approximately 15 minutes walk from the south exit of Mukogaoka-Yuen Station on the Odakyu Line, or shuttle bus service
Accessible by bus from Noborito Station on the JR Nambu Line

Ikuta Ryokuchi is large, so we recommend wearing comfortable walking shoes
    Category
    小田急沿線｜Museum-art｜美術館
    Adress
    ⧉ 神奈川県川崎市多摩区枡形７丁目１−５ [View Map]
    Official Website
    ⧉ https://www.taromuseum.jp/
    TEL
    ⧉ 044-900-9898
    (from overseas: +81-44-900-9898)

    （Info may be outdated. Check official site or call for updates.）

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