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Otsuka Museum of Art
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4.5 (13148 reviews)
Vast museum with over 1,000 reproductions of famous works like the "Mona Lisa" & "The Last Supper."
Fukuike-65-1 Narutochō Tosadomariura, Naruto, Tokushima 772-0053, Japan
+81 88-687-3737
Did You Know?
Not Original Artworks
Unlike most art museums, the Otsuka Museum of Art exclusively displays ceramic reproductions of famous Western masterpieces. This allows visitors to experience art from across different eras and continents in one place without the originals ever leaving their home institutions.
World's Largest Ceramic Museum
The museum holds the Guinness World Record as the world's largest ceramic museum, showcasing over 1,000 full-size ceramic reproductions of masterpieces from around the globe.
Floors of Masterpieces
The museum spans five underground and above-ground floors, offering a vast journey through art history. The reproductions are meticulously crafted to match the original size, texture, and color.
Full-Scale Recreations
One of the museum's most breathtaking attractions is its full-scale reproductions of famous frescoes, including the entirety of the Sistine Chapel ceiling and the Last Supper by Leonardo da Vinci.
Highlights from Reviews
• vast collection
The museum houses an extensive collection of over a thousand life-sized ceramic reproductions of famous artworks from various periods and cultures.
• interactive experience
Visitors can touch, photograph, and even pose with the artworks, offering a unique, immersive, and less restrictive museum experience compared to traditional galleries.
• unique global art access
It provides a rare opportunity to see reproductions of masterpieces from around the world in one place, allowing for direct comparison and a comprehensive art education.
• impressive reproductions
The ceramic reproductions are highly detailed and life-sized, with some large-scale works like the Sistine Chapel recreation being particularly awe-inspiring.
• spacious and comfortable
The museum is spacious, air-conditioned, and well-laid out with clear signage, offering ample seating and a comfortable environment for extended visits.
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