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Kitazawa Museum of Art
A museum showcasing late 19th- to early 20th-century French glass artworks, along with contemporary Japanese paintings.
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Founded by Toshio Kitazawa, founder of KITZ Corporation—a company known for manufacturing valves and supporting vital infrastructure—this museum displays artworks from his extensive private collection. Since opening in May 1983, the museum has welcomed over 8 million visitors.
On the first floor, the Glass Art Exhibition Room features around 100 pieces by renowned late 19th-century French glass artists, including Emile Gallé’s iconic "Mushroom Lamp" and masterpieces by the Daum brothers. Visitors can deepen their appreciation using an audio guide accessible via smartphone.
The second floor houses the Japanese Painting Exhibition Room, showcasing contemporary Japanese painters such as Kaii Higashiyama and Yasushi Sugiyama. The gallery regularly rotates its exhibitions to reflect the changing seasons, offering something new to discover with each visit.
The museum also includes an on-site café and a museum shop. A highlight at the café is the chance to enjoy not only cakes but also the local specialty oyaki—a traditional Nagano dumpling. Visitors are encouraged to pick up original souvenirs inspired by the collection at the museum shop, then relax at the café afterward.
Highlights
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Opened in May 1983, this museum showcases artworks from the personal collection of the founder of KITZ Corporation.
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Features approximately 100 pieces permanently on display, including Émile Gallé’s iconic Mushroom Lamp.
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Visitors can enhance their experience with smartphone-based audio guides.
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The spacious Japanese Painting Exhibition Room presents works that change seasonally.
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Includes an on-site café serving Nagano’s local specialty, oyaki (traditional dumplings).
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A charming museum building featuring a triangular gabled roof reminiscent of a mountain lodge, complemented by cream-colored tiled walls.
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Features Émile Gallé’s iconic Mushroom Lamp (circa 1904).
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The Glass Art Exhibition Room showcases works by Émile Gallé and the Daum brothers.
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Around 30 seasonal paintings are displayed in the Japanese Painting Exhibition Room.
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Museum shop offers a wide range of items, from exhibition catalogs to original tote bags perfect for everyday use.
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The café provides a relaxing spot to unwind after your visit, with scenic views of Lake Suwa.
Official FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions have been vetted and answered directly by each listing.
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Are there services in foreign languages? (If so, please provide the supported languages.)
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English audio guides are available, but only in the glass exhibition gallery.
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Is it possible to re-enter the premises?
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Yes. Please inform staff before exiting. You may re-enter by presenting your admission ticket.
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Is free WiFi available in the facility?
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Not available.
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Are coin lockers available?
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Not available.
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Details
- Name in Japanese
- 北澤美術館
- Postal Code
- 392-0027
- Address
- 1-13-28 Lakeside Street, Suwa City, Nagano
- Telephone
- 0266-58-6000
- Holiday
- Open every day (temporary closures may occur during exhibition changes)
- Business Hours
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9:00am - 6:00pm
October to March 9:00am - 5:00pm
*Last admission is 30 minutes before closing - Admission
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Adult 1,000 yen, Middle School Students 500 yen, Elementary School Students and under FREE
*Free admission for visitors with a disability certificate - Access
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1) From Chuo Expressway’s Suwa Interchange, drive 15 min.
2) 15 min. walk from JR East Kami-suwa Station - Credit Cards
- Accepted only at the museum store
- Official Website
- Official Website (English)