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Ishigami Hill Museum
A museum set in nature, where seasonal flowers and art exist in harmony.
Located next to Michi-no-Eki Ishigami no Oka in Iwate Town, Iwate Prefecture, this museum offers outdoor sculptures and nature to enjoy. In 2020, the outdoor area was redeveloped as the Forest of Flowers and Art, becoming a space where more than 100 kinds of flowers and outdoor sculptures are scattered across a hillside loop of Approx. 1.5 kilometers.
The paved walking path takes Approx. 1 hour to complete one loop. As you feel the refreshing breeze and natural light, you can spend a rich and relaxing time admiring artworks and seasonal flowers. The walking path spreads across the slope of Mt. Ishigami at an elevation of Approx. 326 meters, and because there are ups and downs, comfortable clothing and shoes are a must even though this is a museum. Lavender is at its best from late June to early July, and hydrangeas are in peak bloom from early July to early August, drawing many visitors.
Inside the museum, there is also a special exhibition gallery, which hosts a variety of exhibitions, including shows featuring artists active in Iwate as well as other special and collection exhibitions. The latest gallery schedule can be checked on the official website.
Highlights
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An outdoor sculpture and flower walking path spread across a hillside at Approx. 326 meters.
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The lavender and hydrangea seasons are especially beautiful.
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Special exhibitions, including those by artists connected to Iwate, are held regularly.
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As it is on hilly terrain, be sure to visit in comfortable walking shoes and clothing.
Photos
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Sky Plaza with its lavender garden
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Mt. Himekami seen from the Forest of Flowers and Art and the museum
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Inside the museum are a special exhibition gallery and a museum shop
Official FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions have been vetted and answered directly by each listing.
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Is free Wi-Fi available in the area?
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It is available only in some parts of the area.
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Are there coin lockers?
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No. Items can be kept at the reception desk.
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Is re-entry allowed?
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Yes, by showing your dated ticket sticker.
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Is there a smoking area?
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No.
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Details
- Name in Japanese
- 石神の丘美術館
- Postal Code
- 028-4307
- Address
- 10-121-21 Itsukaichi, Iwate-machi, Iwate-gun, Iwate Prefecture 028-4307
- Phone
- 0195-62-1453
- Closed on
- Mondays (the following day if Monday is a holiday), year-end and New Year holidays (December 29–January 3), and irregular closure days
- Hours
- 9:00am–5:00pm (Last admission at 4:30pm)
- Admission
- ¥500 from April to October, ¥300 from November to March, free for high school students and younger, special exhibitions charged separately
- Access
- 10-minute walk from Iwate-Numakunai Station on the JR and Iwate Galaxy Railway lines
- Credit Cards
- Not accepted
- Official website
- Official website (Japanese)
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