Artistic Solitude in the City: Healing Time at Takamatsu Art Museum

🏛️ Takamatsu Art Museum (高松市美術館 / Takamatsu Art Museum) 📍 Address / Location • 10-4 Konyamachi, Takamatsu City, Kagawa Prefecture (Located in the heart of Konyamachi Street) • About a 15-minute walk from JR Takamatsu Station, or a 10–15-minute walk from Kotoden Kawaramachi Station or Kataharamachi Station, making it easily accessible ⏰ Operating Hours • Weekdays/Weekends: 9:30 AM–5:00 PM • During special exhibitions, extended hours on Fridays and Saturdays until 7:00 PM • Last admission is 30 minutes before closing 🔒 Closed Days • Mondays (If Monday is a public holiday, the museum will be closed the following weekday) • Year-end holidays (December 29–January 3) 💰 Admission Fees • Permanent Exhibition: Adults 200 yen / University students 150 yen (Free for high school students and younger, as well as seniors aged 65 and above) • Special exhibition fees vary depending on the exhibition • Children's art space and library corner are free to enter 💡 Tips • In the Children's+ Space, both kids and adults can enjoy activities like illustration and sculpture workshops—perfect for creating unique travel memories! • The museum features a café, shop, and library lounge—enjoy a cup of tea and souvenir shopping after your art time for a complete experience! • On the first Saturday of August, the museum offers free admission—if you're lucky, you can enjoy the exhibits for free! • Special operations during the Setouchi Triennale—check your travel schedule accordingly 😊 📝 Review "From the moment I stepped into the spacious, high-ceilinged lobby, I felt my mind instantly relax. The interior showcases modern minimalist architecture, with exhibition rooms that encourage interaction and a balanced mix of Shikoku traditional crafts and global contemporary art collections, ensuring the visit never felt monotonous. I was particularly captivated by the intricate details of local crafts like Sanuki lacquerware. After viewing the exhibits, I enjoyed a cup of coffee at the café while flipping through art books, and before I knew it, half a day had passed. The walking route from JR Takamatsu Station is delightful, and the surrounding area offers a perfect loop of central shopping streets, cafés, and art spaces. If you're looking for a quiet artistic retreat during your Takamatsu trip, this is a must-visit! 😊"