Frequently Asked Questions
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Access (1)
How do I get there by train and bus?
About 30 minutes on the Takasaki city loop bus from the east exit of JR Takasaki Station, alighting at Gunma-no-Mori. Buses from JR Kuragano Station and Shinmachi Station take about 10 minutes each. By car it is about 15 minutes from Takasaki IC on the Kan-Etsu Expressway or about 10 minutes from Fujioka IC on the Joshin-etsu Expressway.
イベント・教育 (1)
Are there events for children and students?
Lectures, workshops, museum concerts and other educational events are held regularly. Junior high school age and under may view the permanent collection display free of charge.
Closed days (1)
When is it closed?
Every Monday (the following day if that Monday is a public holiday) and over the New Year period. It may also close temporarily for exhibition changes or facility work, so please check the official website before visiting.
Nearby sightseeing (1)
Can I combine a visit with Gunma-no-Mori park?
Yes. The museum stands in the leafy Gunma-no-Mori park, and many visitors also see the adjoining Gunma Prefectural Museum of History. You can enjoy art, history and nature together while walking in the park.
Exhibits (1)
What works are held and displayed?
The museum holds works by Western masters such as Monet and Renoir, modern and contemporary Japanese art, works by artists connected with Gunma including Yuasa Ichiro, Yamaguchi Kaoru and Fukuzawa Ichiro, and the Tobo-an Inoue Collection of Japanese and Chinese antiquities (more than 2,700 items). Three or four special exhibitions are held each year.
Photography (1)
Can I take photographs?
Whether works may be photographed differs by display. Separate rules may apply to the collection display and to special exhibitions, so please follow the signs in the museum and the instructions of staff.
Prices (1)
How much do special exhibition tickets cost?
Special exhibitions are priced individually and charged separately from the collection display (general 300 yen). Please see the exhibition information on the official website for exact prices.
Prices / Hours (1)
What are the opening hours and admission fee?
Open 9:30-17:00 (last admission 16:30). Admission to the collection display is 300 yen for general visitors (240 yen for groups of 20 or more), 150 yen for high school and university students (groups 120 yen) and free for junior high school age and under. Special exhibitions are charged separately.
Facilities / Architecture (1)
Who designed the museum?
It opened in 1974 to a design by Arata Isozaki, one of Japan's leading architects. The building itself is highly regarded as a work of art and draws architecture enthusiasts.
Facilities / Equipment (1)
Is there a museum shop or restaurant?
There is a museum shop and a restaurant, where you can buy art goods and books or have a meal.
Parking (1)
Is there parking?
The large car park of Gunma-no-Mori park is free to use and can take several coaches (advance booking required). Note that the car park cannot be used after the park closes.
Other (6)
How do I get there?
About 30 minutes on the Takasaki city loop bus from the east exit of JR Takasaki Station, alighting at Gunma-no-Mori. About 15 minutes by car from Takasaki IC on the Kan-Etsu Expressway, or about 10 minutes from Fujioka IC on the Joshin-etsu Expressway.
What is the address?
992-1 Watanuki-machi, Takasaki City, Gunma Prefecture (in Gunma-no-Mori park)
How much is admission?
Collection display: general 300 yen (groups 240 yen), high school and university students 150 yen (groups 120 yen), junior high school age and under free. Special exhibitions are charged separately. Holders of a disability certificate and one carer enter free.
When is it closed?
Mondays (the following day if that Monday is a public holiday), the New Year period, and temporarily for exhibition changes and facility work (please check the official website).
What are the opening hours?
9:30-17:00 (last admission 16:30)
Is there parking?
Parking is available. Please check the official information for details.