Nakanoshima Museum of Art, Osaka

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NHK Sunday Museum 50th Anniversary Exhibition

Marks 50 years of NHK's Sunday Museum art programme, with works by Ishida Tetsuya, Takahashi Yuichi, Ito Jakuchu and Funakoshi Katsura.

Now showing10 Oct – 20 Dec¥2,000

Edo in Focus: Japanese Treasures from the British Museum

Edo-period paintings and ukiyo-e prints from the British Museum's Japanese collection, including works by Hokusai, Utamaro and Hiroshige.

Now showing31 Oct – 31 Jan 2027¥2,300

Osaka Directory 13: Tachibana Hazuki

Solo show of new self-portrait based works by Tachibana Hazuki, including large pieces that blur life-size scale.

Upcoming14 Nov – 13 DecFree

Osaka Directory 14: Sako Teppei

Osaka-born photographer and video artist Sako Teppei presents new works asking whether time itself can be photographed.

Upcoming19 Dec – 17 Jan 2027Free

Creative Women in Japan: Paving the Way for 100 Years

About 50 women artists trace a century of making in Japan, and how education, materials and lifestyles changed.

Upcoming9 Jan 2027 – 22 Mar 2027¥1,900

Osaka Directory 15: Inui Mayuko

Solo show by Inui Mayuko in the museum's second-floor multipurpose space, part of the Osaka Directory series.

Upcoming23 Jan 2027 – 21 Feb 2027Free

Nearby

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National Museum of Art, Osaka

Architecture1 min walk

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Osaka Science Museum

Science2 min walk

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Museum of Oriental Ceramics, Osaka (MOCO)

Art15 min walk

Visitor Information

How much does Nakanoshima Museum of Art, Osaka cost?

Ticket prices for Nakanoshima Museum of Art, Osaka change by season and by exhibition. Fees are set separately for each exhibition; some programmes such as Osaka Directory are free.. See the museum's website for the current rates and any concessions.

What are the opening hours of Nakanoshima Museum of Art, Osaka?

Nakanoshima Museum of Art, Osaka is open Open 10:00 to 17:00, Tuesday to Sunday; admission ends 30 minutes before closing. Closed Mondays (the next weekday if Monday is a public holiday) and over the New Year, 31 December and 1 January.. Holiday hours can vary, so check the museum's website before you go.

Where is Nakanoshima Museum of Art, Osaka?

Nakanoshima Museum of Art, Osaka is located at 4-3-1 Nakanoshima, Kita-ku, Osaka, in the Nakanoshima area of Osaka. The nearest stations are Watanabebashi, Higobashi and Fukushima.

What can I see at Nakanoshima Museum of Art, Osaka?

Osaka's modern and contemporary art museum on Nakanoshima island, opened in 2022 and known as NAKKA. Current highlights include Osaka Directory 13: Tachibana Hazuki, Edo in Focus: Japanese Treasures from the British Museum and NHK Sunday Museum 50th Anniversary Exhibition.

Do I need to book Nakanoshima Museum of Art, Osaka in advance?

Booking ahead is recommended, especially for weekends, school holidays, and special exhibitions. Tickets are normally on the museum's website, and a pre-booked timed slot helps you avoid queues at the entrance.

When is the best time to visit Nakanoshima Museum of Art, Osaka?

Weekday mornings shortly after opening are typically the quietest, especially mid-week. Late afternoons can also be calmer. Weekends, school holidays, and the lunch rush are the busiest periods.