[2025 Sakura Attraction] Travel Guide for Kawamura Memorial DIC Museum of Art (Updated May)

Kawamura Memorial DIC Museum of Art, which sadly closed on March 31, 2025, has decided to open a reduced portion of its garden from May 1. The open area will be limited to the grass plaza, excluding the area around the museum and the nature trail. The hydrangeas, weeping cherry blossoms, and water lily pond at the back of the garden will not be included. I visited the museum before it closed, but there are many different plants planted in the garden, so it was fun just to stroll around. With the museum closing, the free shuttle bus will no longer be available, so access will be even more difficult, but if you're in the area, please be sure to stop by. [DIC Kawamura Memorial Museum of Art] 📍Address: 631 Sakado, Sakura City, Chiba Prefecture, 285-8505 🕰️Opening hours: To be adjusted 📅Closed days: To be adjusted 💰Price per person: Free #Spring 0 yen trip #Domestic travel #Museum tour #Park tour

The restaurant "Belvedera" located inside the Kawamura Memorial DIC Museum of Art is a special place where you can enjoy a meal in a calm space that blends in with the rich nature of the museum. 🍽️✨ The garden view that spreads out from the large windows soothes visitors. The restaurant has a sophisticated space with a white base. You can enjoy dishes that make use of seasonal ingredients, and it is perfect for spending a relaxing time between art appreciation. Why not spend a luxurious moment in the quiet atmosphere of the museum? #Spring0yentrip

Located in Sakura City, Chiba Prefecture, the Kawamura Memorial DIC Museum of Art is surrounded by abundant nature. Its large garden and beautiful building are its attractions. You can stroll through the spacious grounds while enjoying the scenery of the four seasons. At the museum, you can view famous paintings from Japan and abroad, and the architecture itself is one of the highlights. The quiet and sophisticated space will invite you into the world of art. The Kawamura Memorial DIC Museum of Art will soon be closing! Now is your last chance to visit. Be sure to stop by before it closes. #Spring0YenTravel

📍 DIC Kawamura Memorial Museum of Art The DIC Kawamura Memorial Museum of Art is a private museum in Sakura City, Chiba Prefecture. It stores and exhibits the collections of three generations of the Kawamura family, including Kijuro Kawamura, and is operated by DIC Corporation. It was established on the premises of DIC's general research institute to display art collected by DIC and its affiliated companies, and opened on May 2, 1990. It was formerly known as the Kawamura Memorial Museum of Art. The museum building, designed by Ebihara Ichiro, one of Japan's leading modernist architects, stands in a garden of about 10,000 square meters that makes use of the Satoyama topography of Sakura City, Chiba Prefecture. The news spread that the museum, which has been loved in this area for a long time since its opening in 1990, will close on March 31, 2025. I visited the museum with the hope of getting a last look at the Rothko Room and Frank Stella's works before the closure. There were 50 to 60 people lined up at the bus stop that goes directly from Tokyo Station to the museum, and an air of quiet excitement was in the air. Unfortunately, photography is not permitted anywhere inside the museum. We were only able to take photos of the exterior and garden. The museum is closed, and there is a possibility that it will remain closed. I'm really glad that I was able to visit this time! There is still some time before the museum closes, so please be sure to check it out! #0YenTravelFebruary2025

🎨DIC Kawamura Memorial Museum of Art is closing this year... Why not visit it one last time? 🌿 DIC Kawamura Memorial Museum of Art in Sakura City, Chiba Prefecture will close on March 31, 2025😢✨ A beautiful museum in harmony with nature where you can enjoy masterpieces by Monet, Rothko, de Kooning, and others. 📍 Highlights ✔ Rothko Room: A soothing space enveloped in silence🖼️ ✔ Vast garden: Beautiful scenery in every season🌿 ✔ Monet's Water Lilies: Enchanted by the soft colors✨ A special exhibition is also being held before the museum closes! Experience this space where art and nature come together while you still can💛 📅 Until March 31, 2025! #Domestic travel trip

#Tokyo Attractions Traffic Guide 🚗 The transportation to the art museum is relatively complicated. It is recommended to choose to drive by yourself or check and book the bus time on the official website in advance before departure. There are direct buses from Tokyo Station and shuttle buses from Sakura Station. Please refer to the official website for specific times. Opening hours 🕒 The museum is open from 9:30 am to 5:00 pm. It is recommended to go early because there are rich works here and the courtyard is very suitable for taking pictures. You can appreciate and take beautiful photos. Building Features 🏛 The exterior design of the DIC Kawamura Museum of Art is very unique, designed by the famous modernist architect Ichiro Ebihara. The whole building is full of geometric beauty, with very delicate lines and shapes. The two small green spires are its iconic design and are very cute. Indoor environment 🖼 The interior design of the art gallery focuses more on the display of artworks, creating a peaceful and harmonious atmosphere. The interior decoration combines modernist style and uses many Louis Poulsen lamps. Industrial style lovers will definitely like it! Art Collection 🎨 The art collection here is extremely rich, ranging from 17th century portraits of Rembrandt, to Impressionist paintings by Monet, Renoir and other artists, to Western modern art by Picasso, Chagall and other artists, and even artworks created by many countries in the late 20th century, covering the entire scope of modern art history. It is particularly worth mentioning that this may be the place in Tokyo with the largest collection of Dadaism and Surrealism works. Tourists who like this type of art style should not miss it. Special Exhibitions✨ Various special exhibitions are often held here, such as Albers's color teaching special exhibition and Nishikawa Katsuto's planned exhibition, which are not to be missed by art lovers. Courtyard scenery 🌳 The courtyard of the art museum is a fusion of nature and architectural art, and it is incredibly beautiful. The fountains, lakes and swans make you feel as if you are in some corner of Europe. The four-season flowers and plants and the 30,000-square-meter courtyard make the ticket more than worth it. Dining facilities 🍽 There is an attached western restaurant in the art museum that serves hardcore French cuisine. You can choose to order a set meal or a la carte, including appetizers and coffee/tea, the price is about 3500 yen, which is very cost-effective! However, it is recommended to make an appointment in advance, otherwise you may have to wait for a long time. Travel suggestions 💡 Plan your time in advance to avoid missing out on more exciting things. Friends who like taking photos can take more beautiful photos in the courtyard. Friends who are particularly interested in art can check the current exhibition information on the official website in advance so that they can visit more targetedly. The DIC Kawamura Museum of Art is really a great place close to Tokyo and a small place to visit. The environment and artworks here are very suitable for a day trip and it is a great opportunity to touch art. 🎉

#FritaviWinter #dicKawamuraMemorialMuseumOfArt I drove my own car, but there is a free shuttle bus from JR Sakura Station.

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The Kawamura DIC Museum of Art is located about 30 minutes away by free shuttle bus from Sakura Station. Limousine buses are also available from Tokyo. The wonderful collection is lavishly displayed in the beautiful exhibition rooms, which are carefully designed to be illuminated with natural light. In particular, the Rothko Room, which was created for Mark Rothko's Seagram mural, is more of an experience than a viewing experience. It brings a moment of meditation. Walking through the vast, beautiful garden, you can see the sunlight filtering through the trees and the cute seasonal flowers and birds. Due to the widespread news of the temporary closure in January, there are many people. However, the large grounds and exhibitions have been relaxed, and there is no rush to view the exhibits. I hope that the museum will continue to exist here, and I hope that as many people as possible will experience the splendor of this place. #museum #dickawamuramemorialmuseum #chibaprefecture #sakuracity #garden #solotravel

#Museum2024 Unfortunate news has come in. The Kawamura Memorial DIC Museum of Art will be closed from late January 2025... This one-of-a-kind museum can be reached by round-trip express bus from Tokyo Station, which takes 60 minutes one way and costs 1,450 yen. Not only the exhibits, but every time I walked through the garden, my soul was cleansed. If you haven't been there yet, be sure to go while you can! ・ Photography is generally prohibited in the museum, so the photo of the original Japanese sweets for each special exhibition that I received in the tea room at the Kawamura Memorial DIC Museum of Art is a beautiful memory.

"DIC Kawamura Memorial Museum of Art" in Sakura City, Chiba Prefecture It's a place where you can see art works collected by the DIC company The museum is famous, but the park is large and there are many things to see, such as seasonal flowers and fresh greenery! When the flowers are in full bloom, it becomes even more popular and the parking lot fills up🌸 There are various restaurants, shops, cafes, etc. in the park, so you can spend the whole day relaxing☺️ (Access may be difficult without a car or bus💦) 🕒 9:30 - 17:00 🌏 631 Sakado, Sakura City, Chiba Prefecture #0 yen trip #museum #Chiba sightseeing

This art museum, located in Sakura City in the northwestern part of Chiba Prefecture, integrates architecture, nature and works of art. It is located in the tree-lined Kita-Soudai Hills and covers an area of ​​30 hectares. It makes excellent use of this unique environment. In addition to appreciating the museum's main 20th century modern works, the natural walking wetland park adjacent to the museum is also worth checking out! The wide, clean and well-managed lawns and squares, the wetland promenade in the courtyard, the Monet-inspired lotus pond, and the various charming flowers and plants that change with the seasons are all so beautiful that you can't help but linger. There is a tea room in the museum where you can enjoy Japanese sweets and drink tea. There is also an Italian restaurant next to it named "Beautiful Scenery" in Italian. It uses local ingredients from Chiba and is inexpensive and of good quality. Looking out the window, the wetland park is like a beautiful painting that does not require any filters, allowing you to enjoy endless comfort and elegance while drinking tea and dining! If you are afraid of the hustle and bustle of the city, you might as well take the light rail for a 1-hour trip to enjoy the tranquility of your body and mind. There is no entrance fee to the courtyard. I must say it three times: there are few people, few people, few people! Babies who like taking photos can almost rent the whole place out! You will not be disappointed no matter what season you go there. It is definitely a treasured leisure place.

#cherryblossom2024 Modern art in an ancient city In the small town of Sakura in the northeastern part of Chiba Prefecture, there is an excellent art museum worthy of your attention: the Kawamura Memorial Art Museum DIC (in Japanese - "Kawamura Kinen Bijutsukan"). His exhibition is based on the collection of works of art, which was collected by Katsumi Kawamura and the company DIC Corporation. It is interesting The museum is owned by DIC Corporation, a manufacturer of inks and polymers The museum presents priceless masterpieces of great masters, among them — "Water Lilies" by Claude Monet and "Portrait of a man in a wide-brimmed Hat" by Rembrandt How to get there There is a free shuttle service from Narita Airport to the museum. It takes about 60 minutes to drive from Tokyo Station via JR Sobu Line Limited Express towards Narita Airport to Sakura Station. A shuttle bus departs from the south exit of the station to the Kawamura Museum bus stop (20 minutes on the way). A taxi from the station costs about 3,000 yen. Great variety There are about 1000 works in the permanent exhibition of the Kawamura DIC Memorial Art Museum. The collection contains works by artists from all over the world, including great masters: Pablo Picasso, Marc Chagall, Rene Magritte, Vasily Kandinsky, Mark Rothko, Frank Stella and other famous painters. Temporary exhibitions are held. A walk around the museum After visiting the art collection, you can walk around the museum — it stands in the middle of a 10-hectare park with 200 species of trees and 500 species of other plants. Wild birds have chosen these places. There are trails in the park, which are convenient to walk at any time of the year. The landscapes here are very beautiful, and it is not uncommon to meet artists sketching.

#cherryblossom2024 Sakura City has a long history dating back to the Kamakura and Muromachi eras. Clan leaders lived here and many historical events took place. Now in this small town in the northeast of Chiba, you can look at ancient buildings and admire the beauty of nature. It is interesting The symbol of the city, which is not surprising, is the cherry blossom The area is surrounded by a vast swamp, where there are many wild animals Old Samurai houses The city presents Japanese history from different eras. There is a street with samurai dwellings and several old houses. You will be shown how samurai and warriors of different ranks lived. Art and History The National Historical Museum of Japan (Kokuritsu Rekishi Mindzoku Hakubutsukan) is located in Sakura, where the history of Japan from ancient times to the present is presented in seven expositions. There is also one of the most important art museums in Japan, the DIC Kawamura Memorial Art Museum. His collection includes thousands of works by 20th—century artists, Japanese and foreign, including Picasso, Chagall, Magritte and Rothko. Dutch Style The Sakura area is replete with the beauties of nature. There is a famous Dutch-style windmill here. More than 70 species of Sakura tulips can be seen at the festival. Next to Sakura is Inba Lake with hiking trails and Sunset Hills, a famous place to admire the sunset.

The Kawamura Memorial DIC Museum of Art is a museum built in 1990 by DIC Corporation (formerly Dainippon Ink & Chemicals) in Sakura City, Chiba Prefecture. It displays a collection of artworks collected by three generations of the Kawamura family, including Kijuro Kawamura. The museum building was designed by Ichiro Ebihara, a representative architect of postwar modernism, and was built to harmonize the three elements of "artwork," "architecture," and "nature." The permanent exhibition features a wide range of works, from Rembrandt and French Impressionism to Dada, Surrealism, and Japanese contemporary art. For first-time visitors, we also recommend the guided tours offered by the museum. #PR #ChibaTourism