Museum
Nagasaki Prefectural Art Museum
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Nagasaki Prefectural Art Museum offers a rich collection of modern and contemporary art, with a special focus on Spanish artists such as Pablo Picasso and Joan Miró. The museum, designed by renowned architect Kengo Kuma, features a striking glass facade that blends with the waterfront setting. Visitors can explore rotating exhibitions and a permanent collection that includes works by local Nagasaki artists. The museum's location on the Nagasaki Waterfront provides a pleasant setting for a cultural outing, with a café and shop offering art-related souvenirs.
Don't miss
- View the collection of Spanish modern art, including works by Picasso and Miró.
- Admire the museum's architecture by Kengo Kuma, especially the glass-walled entrance.
- Enjoy the harbor view from the museum's café or outdoor terrace.
Tickets & tours
Ways to visit Nagasaki 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.
Cheapest way inNagasaki Private Tour with a Local – Highlights & Hidden Gems4.9★ · 53 travelers2–8 hoursFree cancellationFrom$63 per personSee dates →
Best full dayNagasaki Customized Private Tour in 1 Day with Licensed Guide4.9★ · 85 travelers~6 hoursFree cancellationFrom$153 per personSee dates →
Private & flexibleNagasaki Highlights Private Full-Day Tour by Car5★ · 17 travelers~6 hoursFree cancellationFrom$227 per personSee dates →More attractions in Nagasaki