WATARI-UM

WATARI-UM

3-7-6 Jingumae,
Shibuya City, Tokyo
Japan 150-0001

The Watari-um Museum of Contemporary Art, designed by Swiss architect Mario Botta, opened in 1990 as a private museum. The museum holds exhibitions of contemporary art, architecture, photography, visual media, and design. The art store attached to the museum offers a wide range of stylish art goods from books to accessories, making it a great place to pick up a gift. The shop also has a variety of postcards and greeting cards with unusual designs that has some people visitjust to buy cards. The uniquely designed and impactful exterior will overwhelm you even before you enter the museum.

 

Masashi Murakami
Japan