Question 1

Can I enter the lobby free of charge?

Accepted Answer

The ground-floor lobby, glass-walled on the lake side, is open free of charge, so you can enjoy the view of Lake Shinji without a ticket. At dusk in particular the sunset over Lake Shinji bathes the lobby in golden light, a beautiful sight.

Question 2

What is the address?

Accepted Answer

1-5 Sodeshi-cho, Matsue City, Shimane Prefecture

Question 3

How do I get there?

Accepted Answer

About 15 minutes' walk from JR Matsue Station. Buses from Matsue Station are also available. About 10 minutes by car from Matsue-nishi IC on the San-in Expressway.

Question 4

What are the opening hours?

Accepted Answer

10:00-18:30 (admission to the exhibition rooms until sunset). Note: from March to September the museum stays open until 30 minutes after sunset.

Question 5

When is it closed?

Accepted Answer

Every Tuesday (except public holidays) and at the end of the year (28-31 December). Note: this may change in line with featured exhibitions.

Question 6

How much is admission?

Accepted Answer

Collection exhibition (permanent): adults 310 yen, university students 210 yen, elementary, junior high and high school students free (charges vary by exhibition).

Question 7

Is there parking?

Accepted Answer

Parking is available. Please check the official information for details.

Question 8

Why does the closing time change in the evening?

Accepted Answer

The Shimane Art Museum is known as the museum where you can see the sunset, and a major feature is being able to view the sun setting over Lake Shinji as a work of art. From March to September closing is set at 30 minutes after sunset, and the lobby is opened to the public for sunset viewing. The evening view from the lobby, fully glazed on the lake side, is not to be missed.

Question 9

What are the Lake Shinji rabbits? I hear they help with relationships.

Accepted Answer

Twelve bronze rabbit statues stand in the garden on the shore of Lake Shinji. The second rabbit from the front is said to bring luck in relationships, and many visitors take photographs there while wishing for good fortune. It is an outdoor spot that can be seen free of charge.

Question 10

What are the opening hours and closed days?

Accepted Answer

Opening hours are 10:00-18:30 (until 30 minutes after sunset from March to September). Admission to the exhibition rooms is until 30 minutes before closing (or until sunset). It is closed every Tuesday (except public holidays) and at the end of the year (28-31 December). Closed days may change depending on featured exhibitions.

Question 11

How much is admission to the permanent exhibition?

Accepted Answer

Admission to the collection exhibition (permanent) is 310 yen for adults and 210 yen for university students; elementary, junior high and high school students are free. Featured exhibitions are charged separately (rates differ by exhibition).

Question 12

What is in the collection?

Accepted Answer

The museum holds many Japanese and international paintings depicting water, including works by Monet and Courbet, as well as a wide-ranging collection of Japanese prints, Japanese and international photography, wood carving and art from Shimane. The Hokusai room also permanently displays a Hokusai collection of about 40 works, valuable by international standards.

Question 13

Is there parking?

Accepted Answer

There is a museum car park (with limited spaces). Please check the official website for capacity and charges.

Question 14

How do I get there from JR Matsue Station?

Accepted Answer

About 15 minutes' walk from JR Matsue Station. If taking a bus, use a service from Matsue Station to the Kenritsu Bijutsukan-mae stop or a nearby stop. By car it is about 10 minutes from Matsue-nishi IC on the San-in Expressway.

Question 15

Can I take photographs?

Accepted Answer

Photography is permitted in the outdoor garden and of the Lake Shinji rabbits. Rules for photographing works in the exhibition rooms differ by exhibition. Please check the official website or the signs in the museum.

Question 16

Is there a restaurant or cafe?

Accepted Answer

There is a cafe on site where you can have a drink or a light meal while enjoying the view of Lake Shinji. The museum shop also sells catalogues and related goods.

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