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21st Century Museum of Contemporary Art, Kanazawa
Museum Gallery
3.8 (15049 reviews)
1-chōme-2-1 Hirosaka, Kanazawa, Ishikawa 920-8509, Japan
+81 76-220-2800
Did You Know?
Year of Construction
The 21st Century Museum of Contemporary Art, Kanazawa was designed by SANAA architects and opened in 2004.
First Year Visitors
In its first year of operation, the museum attracted over 1.5 million visitors.
World Ranking
Despite the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, the museum still ranked tenth on the list of most-visited art museums in the world in 2020.
Unique Exhibit
The museum features a unique exhibit called 'The Swimming Pool' by Leandro Erlich, which creates the illusion of being underwater.
Highlights from Reviews
• stunning architecture
Designed by SANAA, the museum building itself is an architectural marvel, praised for its innovative and visually striking design.
• iconic installations
The museum features renowned works like 'The Swimming Pool' and 'Blue Planet Sky,' offering unique and memorable artistic experiences.
• engaging exhibitions
The contemporary art on display is often thought-provoking and interactive, encouraging visitor participation and individual interpretation.
• free outdoor access
Visitors can enjoy the exterior grounds, open-air exhibits, and parts of the museum, including viewing 'The Swimming Pool' from above, without an entry fee.
• central convenient location
The museum's central Kanazawa location makes it easily accessible and close to other major attractions like the Castle and Kenrokuen Park.
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