What other travelers are saying about Hiroshima Prefectural Art Museum
We really enjoyed our visit here. It all started with a programme on TV of how a ceramic horse had been restored. We were so fascinated that we wanted to see it for ourselves. We are not sure if the one in the museum was the same one but the detail on the ceramic horse was incredible. Don't miss the beautiful gardens which are accessed from the museum. You can buy both tickets in the museum. A lovely gift shop too.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, the museum has a gift shop to purchase souvenirs, including postcards, books, and exclusive merchandise related to the museum's exhibitions and collections.
Yes, the Hiroshima Prefectural Art Museum is equipped with facilities to ensure accessibility for everyone, including elevators, wheelchair ramps, and accessible restrooms. Wheelchairs are also available for loan at the information desk.
Photography restrictions vary depending on the exhibition. Photography for personal use may be allowed in certain areas but is prohibited in special exhibition rooms. Flash photography and tripods are usually not allowed.
The museum's collection includes a wide range of artworks, including Japanese nihonga paintings, ukiyo-e prints, works by European artists, as well as pieces by local Hiroshima artists. The museum also has a significant collection of art related to the theme of peace, reflecting Hiroshima's history.
Beautiful museum. The regular collection has a wide range of items. I went to the special exhibit of Egyptian collection on loan from the Brooklyn museum and it was very good as well.
12th September 2025
I spent my final morning of my Hiroshima trip here. Just right next to the Shukkukien Garden. I didn't come by the musuem yesterday as I have other plans already. Hence, I decided to come here to spend my time before I depart.
Fortunately, they had a special exhibition for the 80th Anniversary since the Hiroshima A-bomb disaster. It was a roller coaster journey from pre-war to post-war. From despair and suffer, arises new hope for the future. We must never forget history, in order to not repeat the past mistakes in the future.
Oh, remember to bring your student card for a discount at 310yen !!
There are also mini art exhibitions downstairs too !
Lastly, there's 100yen locker to store your bags for the time being. You can get back your 100 yen once you return to claim your belongings.
There were no exhibitions to view on the day we were there however we did enter the gardens which was a very reasonable entry fee.
The gardens were absolutely beautiful. We were free to roam around and there were some early blossoming Cherry Blossom trees which were lovely.
This is well worth a visit.
