Tenshin Memorial Museum of Art, Ibaraki (茨城県天心記念五浦美術館)

Flow of the course

About this spot

Standing on Izura Coast (五浦海岸) in Otsu-cho, Kita-Ibaraki City, this museum houses works associated with Okakura Tenshin, Yokoyama Taikan, and other members of the Japan Art Institute. The large windows of the exhibition rooms frame the Pacific Ocean like a picture, letting you enjoy the seaside view alongside the artwork. The museum is air-conditioned, making it a perfect place to cool off on a summer morning. There's also an outdoor plaza with benches where you can take a breather while gazing at the sea. It's a quiet, pleasant starting point that builds anticipation for the beach you'll visit next.

Tips

The museum is air-conditioned, so bringing something to throw on will keep you comfortable. Outdoor viewpoints get strong sun, so a hat is reassuring. There are many slopes around the museum, so accessing it with a stroller goes smoothly via the front entrance.

Best time to visit

About 1 hour. Right after opening, in the 10 am hour, there are fewer visitors, so you can look around at a leisurely pace.

Access & map

〒319-1702 Ibaraki Prefecture, Kita-Ibaraki City, Otsu-cho Tsubaki 2083