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Nagano Prefectural Art Museum

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The Nagano Prefectural Art Museum focuses on modern and contemporary art, with a special emphasis on artists connected to Nagano. The museum's architecture is itself a draw, with clean lines and galleries flooded with natural light. Exhibitions rotate regularly, featuring painting, sculpture, and multimedia works. The museum also hosts educational programs and has a pleasant café overlooking a garden.

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  • Rotating exhibitions of contemporary Japanese and international art
  • The museum's modern architectural design and light-filled galleries
  • Relax at the on-site café with views of the sculpture garden

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Ways to visit Nagano Prefectural Art Museum

You can usually visit on your own. A tour is worth it for transport, a guide, or combining nearby sights into one day.

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