Osaka Trip Overview
Yes, Osaka is a city famous for its energetic vibe as you know, but did you know it also has a district where you can enjoy art in a sophisticated mood?
Nakanoshima has many museums supported by major enterprises, which makes it the epicenter of culture and art in Osaka.
You will visit many kinds of art spots on this tour, from western to eastern and from medieval to modern. We will start with modern paintings followed by a Japanese style tea ceremony room designated as a cultural property. You will also like the art deeply rooted in daily life such as daily supplies designed by an up-and-coming designing group and beautiful architecture still used as a public facility.
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Duration: 4 to 5 hours
Starts: Osaka, Japan
Trip Category: Cultural & Theme Tours >> Literary, Art & Music Tours
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What to Expect When Visiting Osaka, Osaka, Japan
Yes, Osaka is a city famous for its energetic vibe as you know, but did you know it also has a district where you can enjoy art in a sophisticated mood?
Nakanoshima has many museums supported by major enterprises, which makes it the epicenter of culture and art in Osaka.
You will visit many kinds of art spots on this tour, from western to eastern and from medieval to modern. We will start with modern paintings followed by a Japanese style tea ceremony room designated as a cultural property. You will also like the art deeply rooted in daily life such as daily supplies designed by an up-and-coming designing group and beautiful architecture still used as a public facility.
Itinerary
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Stop At: The National Museum of Art, Osaka, 4-2-55 Nakanoshima, Kita-ku, Osaka 530-0005 Osaka Prefecture
We will start our art tour with a museum that exhibits modern art. The work on the ground is characteristic, but actually, this museum is based underground.
Although it is located underground, it has a bright and spacious museum, so the design of the museum itself is also worth to have a look.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: graf, 4-chōme-1-9 Nakanoshima, Kita Ward, Osaka, 530-0005, Japan
graf studio: After “watching” art, it is time for “touching” art. This is a place that designs and sells daily supplies such as furniture and plates. There is also a cafe in a stylish space to realize their slogan, ”design communication.
Duration: 40 minutes
Stop At: Nakanoshima Kosetsu Museum of Art, 3-2-4 Nakanoshima, Kita-ku Nakanoshima Festival Tower West 4F, Osaka 530-0005 Osaka Prefecture
A museum, the main attraction of this tour, that displays many kinds of art designated as cultural property such as, swords, armor, Buddhism art, writings, modern paintings, Japanese tea ceremony utensils so on. The reproduced tea room, which is one of the important cultural property, is a must-see!
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Osaka Prefectural Nakanoshima Library, 1-chōme-2-10 Nakanoshima, Kita Ward, Osaka, 530-0005, Japan
A library resembling Greek temple that is older than 100 years. It is still used as a library, while people enjoy the architecture itself as art. The art rooted in daily life will impress you!
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Osaka City Central Hall, 1-1-27 Nakanoshima, Kita-Ku, Osaka 530-0005 Osaka Prefecture
Another beautiful architecture that is still functioning as a city hall and remains as one of the symbolic places in Osaka. Since it is constructed of red bricks, it wonderfully reflects the blue and green color of the river and greenery.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: The Museum of Oriental Ceramics, Osaka, 1-chōme-1-26 Nakanoshima, Kita Ward, Osaka, 530-0005, Japan
At this final spot on this tour, you can see and take pictures of ceramics which are designed as a national treasure or cultural property. Don’t miss this opportunity to have a close look at national treasure arts!
Duration: 1 hour
