朝倉彫塑館

Asakura Museum of Sculpture

In Brief

Art Museum in Yanaka, Tokyo

9:30am - 4am

500

Allow 90 minutes

Closed: Monday, except on holidays; Thursday, except on holidays; The day following a holiday; New Year holidays

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朝倉彫塑館

Updated 7 March 2020

About Asakura Museum of Sculpture

A museum and art gallery set in the former residence and studio of sculptor Fumio Asakura. Featuring many of Asakura’s works, along with his extensive collections of paintings, ceramics, and library. The house includes several gardens, including one on the rooftop.

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