The Kawagoe City Art Museum is a 10-minute walk from both the Kawagoe Warehouse District and Kitain Temple, and is located directly across the street from Honmaru Goten.





Kawagoe City Art Museum
The Kawagoe City Art Museum (川越市立美術館, Kawagoe Shiritsu Bijutsukan) is located right next to the Kawagoe City Museum, providing visitors with a vibrant exploration of the city’s artistic heritage. The museum’s permanent collection focuses on contemporary works by artists connected to Kawagoe, offering a window into modern artistic expressions that reflect the city’s evolving culture and its people. With a wide range of media and themes, the museum highlights how Kawagoe’s rich history and dynamic community have influenced the work of local artists in recent years.
In addition to its permanent collection, the museum hosts several special exhibitions throughout the year, typically about four times annually. These exhibitions feature a diverse array of artistic styles, offering visitors something new with each visit. Whether you're an art enthusiast or simply curious, the museum provides a unique opportunity to experience Kawagoe’s modern artistic scene and gain insight into how local creators interpret the world around them, showcasing the city's creativity and deep cultural roots through various media.
Hours and Fees
- 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
Nearby
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Kawagoe City Museum — 5-minute walk
Kawagoe’s history and Edo culture
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Honmaru Goten (Kawagoe Castle) — 5-minute walk
Historic castle palace with samurai history
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Kawagoe Festival Museum — 15-minute walk
Traditional floats and festival history displays
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Kitain Temple — 20-minute walk
Edo Castle's last original buildings
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Candy Alley — 20-minute walk
Traditional sweets and nostalgic street charm
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