Toyama Glass Art Museum

富山市ガラス美術館

The Toyama Glass Art Museum is in TOYAMA Kirari, a building in central Toyama City designed by the world-famous architect Kengo Kuma. It shows modern glass art and is a key part of Toyama's long plan to become a "city of glass". A highlight is the Glass Art Garden by the glass master Dale Chihuly.

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Visitor information

Opening hours: 9:30-18:00 (last entry 17:30).
Closed: Closed on the 1st and 3rd Wednesday of each month and over the New Year holidays. Check the official site for the latest.
Admission: Permanent exhibition: adults and university students 200 yen; high school students and younger free.
Getting there: About 12 minutes by city tram (loop line) from Toyama Station to "Grand Plaza-mae", then about 2 minutes on foot.

Hours and fees can change. Please check the official website before you go.

Good to know

The Glass Art Garden on the 6th floor shows Dale Chihuly's "Toyama Millefiori".

Tips for Muslim visitors

The permanent exhibition Glass Art Garden is on the 6th floor. The same building also houses the Toyama City Library Main Branch, a shop and a cafe.
Museums are quiet, indoor places that are good for a break, but few have a prayer room. Staff may let you use a quiet corner if you ask politely.
Photography rules change by exhibition. Check the signs before taking pictures.
Plan your visit around prayer times. Below are today's prayer times for Toyama and the verified places to pray nearby.
Food stalls and shops near popular sights usually do not have halal certification. Check the ingredients, or choose from the verified places on this site.