The Hirayama Ikuo Museum is easily accessible by different means of transport:
By bicycle:
The museum is about 30 kilometers from Onomichi along the Shimanami Kaido cycling route.
By ferry:
You can take a ferry from Onomichi (Onomichi Ekimae Port) to either Sawa Port or Setoda Port on Ikuchijima Island. The ferry ride takes about 40 minutes and costs 1300 yen (500 yen for a bicycle). Once you arrive, it’s a 15-minute walk to the museum.
By bus:
A local bus from Onomichi Station heads towards Setoda Port and stops in front of the museum. The bus takes about 1 hour and costs 1050 yen, with buses running every 2-5 hours.
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The Hirayama Ikuo Museum of Art (平山郁夫美術館), located on Ikuchijima Island, honors the legacy of one of Japan’s most famous painters, Hirayama Ikuo (1930-2009). Known for his traditional Nihonga style, Hirayama's work often reflects his experience as a student in Hiroshima during the 1945 bombing and its aftermath. This deeply personal history inspired recurring themes of peace and cultural exchanges within the Orient, especially the transmission of Buddhism to Japan.
The museum offers a modern and inviting space with three spacious exhibition halls, a tea lounge, and a museum shop. Visitors can enjoy Hirayama’s artworks, including pieces from his entire career, alongside special exhibitions that highlight his unique contributions to Japanese art. It’s a chance to connect with both his personal story and artistic legacy.
Hours and Fees
Hirayama Ikuo Museum
- Opening hours
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9:00 to 17:00 (last admission 16:30)
- Closed
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Irregular closing days
- Entrance fee
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1000 yen
Getting there
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Hirayama Ikuo Museum
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Hirayama Ikuo Museum
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