MIHO MUSEUM

Beautiful harmony with nature modern Shangri-La.

The museum opened in November 1997 in the mountains of Shigaraki, Shiga Prefecture, in a rich natural setting. It was designed by I.M. Pei, who also designed the glass pyramid at the Louvre Museum in Paris, based on the theme of "Peachland. The approach to the museum is characterized by a tunnel and a suspension bridge, which leads visitors through a path lined with weeping cherry trees. The museum's collection, which was started with the idea of "making the world more beautiful, peaceful, and enjoyable through art," consists of approximately 3,000 items, ranging from a wide variety of Japanese art to ancient art from around the world. Of these, approximately 250 are on display at any given time. Enjoy the works of Eastern and Western civilizations and the open space filled with nature and skylight.

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  This is a very popular spot where you must take pictures to enjoy the four seasons, such as weeping cherry blossoms in spring and autumn leaves in fall. The photo was taken around June, when fresh greenery can be enjoyed.

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  The light and colors of the exhibition rooms have been calculated to make the works look their most beautiful. The beauty of the works is enchanting.

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  (bottom) raptor-decorated cup and bull-decorated leg cup; (top) relief of Assyrian relief of a spirit and attendant.

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  The "Pakistani Gandhara," a standing Buddha statue said to have been created in the latter half of the 2nd century. Visitors can see it in a luxurious space that was designed for this exhibition.

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  Ancient Glass Brilliant Design, Stunning Technique 2024/3/3 SUN - 6/9 SUN

  Ancient glass works are exhibited by each civilization. Visitors can enjoy ancient glass works of various colors and brilliance, including beads, core glass, mosaic glass, and cut glass.
  
  Bowl, Eastern Mediterranean region, 2nd - 1st century BC, H6.6cm x D10.4cm

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