Otsuka International Museum of Art (大塚国際美術館)

Flow of the course

About this spot

A museum built on a hill in Naruto Park that recreates the world's masterpieces in full scale on ceramic plates using specialized techniques. The collection spans approximately 1,000 works from ancient murals through the Renaissance, Impressionism, and contemporary painting. The Sistine Chapel, where Michelangelo's ceiling and walls are recreated in their entirety, is nothing short of breathtaking. You can view masterpieces you've seen in textbooks—such as Leonardo da Vinci's The Last Supper, Van Gogh's Sunflowers, and Monet's grand water lilies floating in an outdoor pond—up close while taking photographs. The appreciation route extends approximately 4 kilometers from 3 floors below ground to 2 floors above, allowing you to travel through the world's museums in a single day. This is the centerpiece of Naruto sightseeing.

Tips

Since the museum is very large, if visiting in the morning, it's recommended to focus on the Sistine Chapel and the masterpieces on floors B3 to B2. Tickets are more affordable and purchasing online in advance is smoother. The appreciation route is long, so wear comfortable walking shoes. The museum is relatively quiet just after opening.

Best time to visit

Approximately 3 hours required. Just after opening, there are fewer tour groups, allowing you to enjoy the Sistine Chapel in peace.

Access & map

〒772-0053 Tokushima Prefecture, Naruto City, Narto-cho, Tosahatomura, Fukuike 65-1