The National Museum of Art, Osaka

The National Museum of Art is a two-story subterranean international art museum located on Nakanoshima island between the Dōjima River and the Tosabori River in central Osaka. It first opened in 1977 in Osaka’s Expo Commemoration Park and was moved to its current location in 2004. The ground-level shape of the building, designed by architect César Pelli, is meant to mimic the growth and shape of a bamboo plant. This exhibition celebrates the 40th anniversary of the museum’s opening with creations by over 40 Japanese and international artists. These works examine various aspects of society from a multitude of viewpoints, covering themes related to time, history, and memory. The potential future of the museum will also be addressed.