Nakahara Teijiro Memorial Asahikawa City Museum of Sculpture
Where historic architecture meets modern Japanese sculpture
Discover the essence of modern sculpture within a National Important Cultural Property built in 1902, showcasing all 12 masterpieces by Nakahara Teijiro.
This specialized museum celebrates Nakahara Teijiro, a pioneering sculptor from Asahikawa who helped shape modern Japanese art. Housed in the Former Asahikawa Kaikosha—once a social club for army officers—the museum features soaring ceilings and elegant historical details that quietly convey the passage of time. Nakahara’s bronze figures, created during his brief 32-year life, possess a powerful sense of mass and psychological depth.
As you move through the tranquil galleries, the statues seem to speak across time. The collection also includes works by Rodin and recipients of the prestigious Nakahara Teijiro Award, offering a clear view of the development of contemporary Japanese sculpture. Soft light filtering through the wooden structure harmonizes with the cool strength of bronze, creating an immersive viewing experience. Alongside the permanent collection, special exhibitions and guided tours are held regularly. Experience a moment of quiet inspiration at the heart of Asahikawa, known as the “City of Sculpture.”
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General Information
- Postal code
- 〒070-0875
- Address
- 北海道旭川市春光5条7丁目
- Telephone Number
- 0166-46-6288
- Open
- 9:00-17:00
- Closed
- Mondays (the following day if Monday is a national holiday), Year-end and New Year holidays. Open daily in July and August (Temporary closures may occur for maintenance work or exhibition changes)
- Prices
- Individuals: Adults 450 yen, High school students 240 yen
Groups: Adults 360 yen, High school students 240 yen,
Passports: Adults 900 yen, High school students 600 yen
*Free for junior high school students and younger
- Car Park
- 7 spaces, free
- Directions
- ●By car: About 10 minutes from Hokkaido Expwy Asahikawa-Takasu IC
●By car: About 15 minutes from JR Asahikawa Station - Website
* Information on facilities is subject to change. Please check each official website for the latest information.
