Shizuoka City Serizawa Keisuke Art Museum: A Tribute to Textile Art
Discover the vibrant world of Keisuke Serizawa, a Living National Treasure, at this Shizuoka City art museum dedicated to his textile designs.
The Shizuoka City Serizawa Keisuke Art Museum celebrates the life and work of Keisuke Serizawa (1895-1984), a renowned Japanese textile designer and a designated Living National Treasure. The museum showcases his innovative katazome stencil dyeing technique and his contributions to the mingei (folk art) movement.
A brief summary to Shizuoka City Serizawa Keisuke Art Museum
- 5 Chome-10-5 Toro, Shizuoka, 5 Chome Toro, Suruga Ward, Shizuoka, 422-8033, JP
- +8154-282-5522
- Visit website
- Tuesday 9 am-4:30 pm
- Wednesday 9 am-4:30 pm
- Thursday 9 am-4:30 pm
- Friday 9 am-4:30 pm
- Saturday 9 am-4:30 pm
- Sunday 9 am-4:30 pm
Local tips
- Visit on a Sunday or holiday to tour the relocated Serizawa Keisuke House and gain a deeper understanding of his life and work.
- Explore the museum shop for unique souvenirs featuring Serizawa's designs, such as furoshiki (wrapping cloths) and postcards.
- Check the museum's website for information on special exhibitions and events showcasing different aspects of Serizawa's art.
Getting There
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Public Transport
From Shizuoka Station, take the bus bound for 'Toro Iseki' (登呂遺跡) from South Exit bus stop #22. The ride takes approximately 12 minutes, and the museum is a short walk from the last stop. A one-way bus fare is around ¥200-300. Consider a combined 1-day pass for the Shizuoka Railway and Shizutetsu buses for ¥1600 if you plan to visit other attractions.
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Taxi
Taxis are readily available from Shizuoka Station. The ride to the museum is approximately 3-4 km and should take around 10-15 minutes, depending on traffic. The estimated fare is between ¥1300-¥1600. Note that taxi fares may be higher during holidays and special events.
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Walking
It is approximately a 38-minute walk from Shizuoka Station to the museum. From the station, head east and follow the signs for Toro Park (登呂公園). The museum is located in the corner of the park.
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