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Koji Kinutani Tenku Art Museum
An immersive journey into the world of Koji Kinutani, experienced through 3D and VR.
This museum showcases the works of Koji Kinutani, renowned as a leading figure in contemporary fresco painting.
In the Symbol Zone, visitors are welcomed by Celebration: Flying Dragon, Fuji, and the Gate of the Dharma, a powerful depiction of Mount Fuji that immediately draws them into the vibrant, energy-filled world of Koji Kinutani. From there, guests can experience a world-first attraction: a 3D immersive experience that lets you step into a painting. Displayed on a massive curved screen approximately 3 meters high and 14 meters wide, the dynamic images of the Wind and Thunder Gods are truly breathtaking-an experience that feels much like a theme park attraction.
The exhibition galleries are divided into two distinct zones: “Blue,” inspired by the skies of Italy, and “Red,” featuring vermilion walls and lattice designs that evoke a distinctly Japanese aesthetic. These contrasting spaces allow visitors to appreciate Kinutani’s works-both dynamic and delicate-from multiple perspectives.
The museum also offers VR experiences that deepen the connection to the artist, including a virtual guided tour narrated by Koji Kinutani himself and rare insights from his Tokyo studio. As you explore, you can fully immerse yourself in the artistic universe of Koji Kinutani and experience the depth of his creative vision.
Highlights
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Exhibits works by Koji Kinutani, a leading fresco painter and Western-style artist who received the Order of Culture in 2021.
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Experience a powerful 3D presentation projected onto a massive curved screen approximately 3 meters high and 14 meters wide.
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The galleries are divided into two zones, allowing visitors to appreciate Kinutani’s dynamic yet delicate works from multiple perspectives.
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Also offers VR experiences, including a virtual museum tour guided by the artist himself.
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The experience begins in a fantastical space inspired by the heavens
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Feel the full impact of Koji Kinutani’s art on a powerful large-scale 3D screen
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The “Blue” exhibition zone features shades of blue inspired by the skies of Italy, where the artist once studied
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The “Red” exhibition zone highlights a distinctly Japanese aesthetic, including works themed around Mount Fuji
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Enjoy panoramic views from the Sky Café on the 27th floor
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Pick up art-inspired goods at the museum shop
Official FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions have been vetted and answered directly by each listing.
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Do you have signs or pamphlets in foreign languages? (If you do, which languages are available?)
English pamphlets available.
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Is free Wi-Fi available in the area?
Yes, it is.
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Are coin lockers available?
Yes.
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Are there restrooms available?
Yes, there are.
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Is it possible to re-enter the premises?
It is possible on the same day.
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Details
- Name in Japanese
- 絹谷幸二 天空美術館
- Postal Code
- 531-0076
- Address
- Umeda Sky Building Tower West 27th Floor 1-1-30, Oyodonaka, Kita-ku, Osaka City, Osaka
- Telephone
- 06-6440-3760
- Closed
- Tuesdays（If it is a national holiday, the next day is closed）, New Year’s holiday period, exhibition change over periods
- Business Hours
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10:00am - 6:00pm, Weekends and the day before holidays -8:00pm
(Last entry 30 minutes before closing) - Admission
- Adults 1,300 yen、university students・Junior and senior high school students 800 yen、Elementary students and younger enter free
- Access
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1）About 7 minutes walk from JR any line’s Osaka Station
2）About 9 minutes walk from Osaka Metro any line’s Umeda Station
3）About 9 minutes walk from Hankyu Osaka Umeda Station - Credit Cards
- Accepted
- Official Website
- Official Website (English)