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Adachi Museum of Art

Yasugi, Japan

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Adachi Museum of Art

Museum of modern Japanese painting in Yasugi, known as much for its garden as for its collection. The garden is viewed from inside through windows, and the galleries hold works by Yokoyama Taikan and Kitaoji Rosanjin.

Highlights

  • Dry landscape garden
  • Yokoyama Taikan paintings
  • Kitaoji Rosanjin hall

Good to know

  • Garden is viewed, not entered
  • No photography of the artworks
  • Garden photos allowed

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