The Kawamura Museum of Art is a beautiful blend of nature and architecture

#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. 🎉