The Kawagoe City Art Museum is a 10-minute walk from the Kawagoe Warehouse District or Kitain Temple, and it's located right across the street from Honmaru Goten.
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Kawagoe City Art Museum
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The Kawagoe City Art Museum (川越市立美術館, Kawagoe Shiritsu Bijutsukan) is located right next to the Kawagoe City Museum and highlights the creative talent of artists connected to Kawagoe. The permanent collection focuses on contemporary works, offering visitors a glimpse into modern artistic expressions shaped by the city’s culture and people.
In addition to its main exhibits, the museum hosts special exhibitions about four times a year. These events showcase a wide range of artistic styles and provide something new with each visit. Whether you're an art enthusiast or simply curious, it’s a wonderful way to experience Kawagoe’s modern side and see how local artists interpret the world around them through various media and themes.
Hours and Fees
Kawagoe City Art Museum
- Opening hours
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9:00 to 17:00 (last admission 16:30)
- Closed
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Mondays (or the following day if Monday is a national holiday)
- Entrance fee
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200 yen (permanent collection, varying fees for special exhibitions)
300 yen (also including Kawagoe City Museum)
Getting there
Resources
Japanese
Kawagoe City Art Museum
Official website
Nearby
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Kawagoe City Museum — 10-minute walkKawagoe’s history and Edo culture
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Honmaru Goten (Kawagoe Castle) — 10-minute walkHistoric castle palace with samurai history
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Kawagoe Festival Museum — 15-minute walkTraditional floats and festival history displays
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Kitain Temple — 20-minute walkEdo Castle's last original buildings
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Candy Alley — 20-minute walkTraditional sweets and nostalgic street charm
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