Question 1

How do I get there from Kanazawa Station?

Accepted Answer

About 10 minutes by local bus from stops 3 and 7 at the bus terminal at the east exit of JR Kanazawa Station, alighting right at the Hirosaka/21st Century Museum stop. Alternatively, take a bus from stops 8-10 to Korinbo (Atrio-mae) and walk about 5 minutes. By taxi it is about 10 minutes from the east exit of Kanazawa Station.

Question 2

Is it easy to reach from Kenrokuen or Kanazawa Castle Park?

Accepted Answer

Yes, the museum is in the same area as Kenrokuen and Kanazawa Castle Park, within walking distance. It is about 10-15 minutes on foot from the museum to Kenrokuen, so visiting both together is a popular route.

Question 3

Can I buy tickets online?

Accepted Answer

Yes, web tickets are available. Paper tickets can also be bought at the general information desk at the Hondadori entrance. Queue reservations for the lower part of The Swimming Pool are taken only from 9:00 on the day of your visit, on the dedicated site or at a ticket machine in the building (no advance booking).

Question 4

Are there closed days?

Accepted Answer

The exhibition zone is closed on Mondays (the following weekday if that Monday is a public holiday) and over the New Year period. The public zone closes only over the New Year period and is otherwise open 9:00-22:00 every day.

Question 5

What are the opening hours? Is it open late on Fridays and Saturdays?

Accepted Answer

The exhibition zone is open 10:00-18:00 from Sunday to Thursday and until 20:00 on Fridays and Saturdays. The public zone is open 9:00-22:00 every day. It is one of the few places in Kanazawa you can enjoy late into the evening.

Question 6

When did the 21st Century Museum of Contemporary Art, Kanazawa open?

Accepted Answer

It opened in October 2004, founded to create new culture and bring new life to the city. The circular, fully glazed building won the Good Design Gold Award in 2005.

Question 7

How do I see The Swimming Pool?

Accepted Answer

The upper part, looking down into the pool, can be seen in the free public zone. To view the lower part, the space that appears to be underwater, you need a ticket for a special exhibition or a collection exhibition. You also need a queue reservation, made from 9:00 on the day of your visit either on the dedicated site or at a ticket machine in the building (advance booking is not possible). It is busy at weekends and on public holidays, so we recommend arriving early.

Question 8

Are there free admission days for Kanazawa residents?

Accepted Answer

Yes. On the second Saturday of each month during a collection exhibition (Art Encouragement Day), Kanazawa residents may view the collection exhibition free. On 3 November (Citizens' Art Day), Kanazawa residents may view the museum's own special exhibitions and collection exhibitions free.

Question 9

How much is admission? Are there free areas?

Accepted Answer

Entry to the building (the public zone) is free. The exhibition zone requires a paid exhibition ticket, priced according to the exhibition. The free public zone also has many permanent works indoors and outdoors, so there is plenty to enjoy without paying.

Question 10

Is there a museum shop or cafe?

Accepted Answer

Yes, there is a cafe restaurant and a museum shop in the building. The shop has many original items available only here, so it is a good place to look for souvenirs.

Question 11

Is there parking?

Accepted Answer

The museum has no car park of its own. Please use a paid car park nearby. Coming by public transport is recommended.

Question 12

What is the address?

Accepted Answer

1-2-1 Hirosaka, Kanazawa City, Ishikawa Prefecture

Question 13

How do I get there?

Accepted Answer

About 10 minutes on bus 3 or 7 from the bus terminal at the east exit of JR Kanazawa Station, alighting right at Hirosaka/21st Century Museum. About 10 minutes by taxi from Kanazawa Station. About 20 minutes from Kanazawa-Nishi IC or Kanazawa-Higashi IC on the Hokuriku Expressway.

Question 14

What are the opening hours?

Accepted Answer

Exhibition zone: 10:00-18:00 (until 20:00 on Fridays and Saturdays). Public zone: 9:00-22:00.

Question 15

When is it closed?

Accepted Answer

Exhibition zone: Mondays (the following weekday if that Monday is a public holiday) and over the New Year period. Public zone: over the New Year period.

Question 16

How much is admission?

Accepted Answer

The public zone (entry to the building) is free. The exhibition zone requires an exhibition ticket, priced according to the exhibition.

Question 17

Is there parking?

Accepted Answer

Parking is not available.

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