The Museum of Modern Art, Saitama (埼玉県立近代美術館)

Flow of the course

About this spot

A prefectural art museum standing inside Kita-Urawa Park (北浦和公園). The building itself, designed by the architect Kisho Kurokawa (黒川紀章), is a highlight, and the glass-walled lobby is bright and open. Famous chairs from around the world are placed inside, and being able to actually sit and rest on them is a thoughtful touch typical of this museum. Sculptures are also dotted around the outdoor park, so you can enjoy them on a stroll without going in. The MOMAS Collection, which introduces works from the museum holdings, can be seen for a modest fee, and the scale is just right as an introduction to art for children.

Tips

Special exhibitions and collection exhibitions have separate fees. Fees and closing days can change, so please check the official website in advance. Kita-Urawa Park (北浦和公園) has a musical fountain, and if the timing works you can enjoy a show of water and sound. It is quiet inside the museum, so a word to small children beforehand keeps things smooth.

Best time to visit

About 1 hour 10 minutes. Spending the hot early afternoon indoors is comfortable

Access & map

〒330-0061 9-30-1 Tokiwa, Urawa-ku, Saitama City, Saitama (埼玉県さいたま市浦和区常盤９丁目３０−１)