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Fukui City Art Museum [Art Lab Fukui]
An art museum with an organic design where visitors can appreciate and create art.
This municipal art museum in Fukui City is guided by the concept of bringing “viewing” and “creating” together. It is a popular place for both appreciating and making art.
The museum primarily collects and displays works by Hiroatsu Takata, a sculptor with ties to Fukui City. It also holds diverse special exhibitions inspired by his wide circle of friends, offering visitors exposure to a variety of artistic expression.
The museum has studios for hands-on art activities and offers a wide range of programs for children and adults. Designed by architect Kisho Kurokawa, the building features an open, glass-filled interior and an organic design that makes use of curved lines.
The museum is surrounded by a lush natural setting that includes a lawn plaza, allowing visitors to experience both art and nature. It is also popular with travelers interested in Fukui's culture and art.
Highlights
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A municipal art museum in Fukui City.
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Guided by the concept of “viewing” and “creating,” it offers opportunities to both appreciate and make art.
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Primarily collects and displays works by Hiroatsu Takata, a sculptor with ties to Fukui City.
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Features studios for hands-on art activities.
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The building was designed by architect Kisho Kurokawa.
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The striking exterior is almost entirely clad in glass
Official FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions have been vetted and answered directly by each listing.
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Is free Wi-Fi available on the premises?
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Yes.
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Are coin lockers available?
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Yes.
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Is reentry permitted?
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Yes, but only on the same day. Before leaving temporarily, please speak to staff at the entrance and have a date stamp applied.
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Is there a smoking area?
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No.
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Are there any tourist attractions nearby?
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The Ichijodani Asakura Clan Ruins are about a 15-minute drive away.
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Details
- Name in Japanese
- 福井市美術館［アートラボふくい］
- Postal Code
- 918-8112
- Address
- 3-1111 Geba, Fukui City, Fukui Prefecture
- Phone
- 0776-33-2990
- Closed on
- Mondays (or the following day if Monday is a national holiday) and the day after national holidays (except Sundays) *The museum is currently closed for an extended period through June 30, 2027, for facility upgrades.
- Hours
- 9:00 am-5:15 pm (last admission at 4:45 pm)
- Admission
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Permanent exhibition: 100 yen; free for junior high school students and younger, visitors aged 70 and over, and visitors with disabilities
Admission to special exhibitions varies. See the official website for details. - Access
- About 10 minutes by taxi from Fukui Station on the Hapi-Line Fukui, JR, and Echizen Railway lines
- Credit Cards
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Accepted for permanent exhibition admission
*Availability varies for special exhibitions. Please inquire for details. - Official website
- Official website (English)
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