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Wed, Apr 6, 2022

Towada Art Center Reopening Thursday, April 12, 2022

The Towada Art Center will reopen as of Tuesday, April 12, following a temporary closure from Saturday, January 22, to Sunday, April 11, to prevent the spread of COVID-19.

Date of Reopening
Tuesday, April 12, 2022

Our reopening will coincide with the opening of Arts Towada 10th Anniversary Exhibition: Inter+Play Season 3, originally scheduled for January 22.

Arts Towada 10th Anniversary Exhibition: Inter+Play Season 3
Tuesday, April 12, 2022 – Sunday, May 29, 2022

Changes to previously scheduled events are as follows.

– Behaviour Problem Trio performances have been rescheduled for Saturday, May 14, and Sunday, May 15.

We apologize for any inconvenience caused to those who planned to visit the Towada Art Center during the temporary closure period.
The Towada Art Center remains committed to ensuring measures to prevent the spread of COVID-19.
We appreciate your understanding and look forward to welcoming you back soon.



Wed, Sep 29, 2021

Reopening of the Towada Art Center

The Towada Art Center has reopened as of October 1, 2021, after its closure in September to help prevent the spread of COVID-19. We apologize for any inconvenience caused to those who planned to visit the museum while we were closed in September, and we would like to let our visitors know that we are committed to ensuring measures to prevent infection. We look forward to welcoming you back.


Tue, Aug 31, 2021

Temporary Closure of the Towada Art Center (September 1–30, 2021)

The Towada Art Center will remain closed for the following period to help prevent the spread of the novel coronavirus disease (COVID-19).

Dates Closed
Wednesday, September 1 – Thursday, September 30, 2021

The opening date for Arts Towada 10th Anniversary Exhibition: Inter+Play Season 2 has been moved to Friday, October 1, 2021.

Changes to the events scheduled for September are as follows.

– Curator Gallery Talk scheduled for Friday, September 10: Cancelled
– Performances by Behaviour Problem Trio scheduled for Saturday, September 25 and Sunday, September 26: Postponed

New dates for postponed events will be announced at a later date as we closely monitor the situation and comply with measures taken by Towada City and Aomori Prefecture.

Please note that this temporary closure may be extended as the situation continues to develop.
An update regarding the reopening of the Towada Art Center will be posted here on our website on Friday, October 1, 2021.

On behalf of the Towada Art Center, we appreciate your understanding and cooperation.





Sun, Apr 25, 2021

Parking Lot Limited to 4 Spots (Normally 10)

Due to construction, the parking lot located directly behind the Towada Art Center will be limited to 4 spots (including 1 disabled parking spot) beginning Monday, April 26, 2021.







Thu, May 21, 2020

Towada Art Center to Reopen June 9

The Towada Art Center, which has been temporarily closed since Saturday, April 11, will reopen on Tuesday, June 9. For the time being, only our permanent collection will be on display.
Upon reopening, we will take be taking precautions to prevent the spread of COVID-19.

The opening date for Inter+Play #001: Arts Towada 10th Anniversary Exhibition will be announced here on our website once it has been decided.
Our schedule is subject to change as the situation continues to develop. We will be updating our website as new information becomes available, so please check back regularly.


Mon, May 11, 2020

Temporary Closure of the Towada Art Center

To help prevent the spread of the novel coronavirus disease (COVID-19), the Towada Art Center will remain closed for the foreseeable future.

Our schedule is subject to change as the situation continues to develop. We will be updating our website as new information becomes available, so please check back regularly.


Fri, May 8, 2020

Temporary Closure of the Towada Art Center

The first case of an individual infected with the novel coronavirus disease (COVID-19) was confirmed in Towada on Thursday, April 9. Due to the unknown route of transmission as well as concerns about cluster infections and the severity of the illness, the Towada Art Center has decided to temporarily close Saturday, April 11 – Sunday, May 10, 2020. These dates are subject to change.

The opening dates for Inter+Play #001: Arts Towada 10th Anniversary Exhibition have changed accordingly. We will continue to update our website regarding the museum’s schedule after May 10, so please check back regularly. Our next official update is scheduled for the afternoon of Friday, May 15, 2020.

We thank you for your understanding and look forward to welcoming you back to the Towada Art Center when we reopen.


Fri, May 1, 2020

Temporary Closure of the Towada Art Center

The first case of an individual infected with the novel coronavirus disease (COVID-19) was confirmed in Towada on Thursday, April 9. Due to the unknown route of transmission as well as concerns about cluster infections and the severity of the illness, the Towada Art Center has decided to temporarily close Saturday, April 11 – Sunday, May 10, 2020. These dates are subject to change.

The opening dates for Inter+Play #001: Arts Towada 10th Anniversary Exhibition have changed accordingly. We will continue to update our website regarding the museum’s schedule after May 10, so please check back regularly. Our next official update is scheduled for the afternoon of Friday, May 8, 2020.

We thank you for your understanding and look forward to welcoming you back to the Towada Art Center when we reopen.


Tue, Apr 28, 2020

Temporary Closure of the Towada Art Center

The first case of an individual infected with the novel coronavirus disease (COVID-19) was confirmed in Towada on Thursday, April 9. Due to the unknown route of transmission as well as concerns about cluster infections and the severity of the illness, the Towada Art Center has decided to temporarily close Saturday, April 11 – Sunday, May 10, 2020. These dates are subject to change.

The opening dates for Inter+Play #001: Arts Towada 10th Anniversary Exhibition have changed accordingly. We will continue to update our website regarding the museum’s schedule after May 10, so please check back regularly. Our next official update is scheduled for the afternoon of Friday, May 1, 2020.

We thank you for your understanding and look forward to welcoming you back to the Towada Art Center when we reopen.


Sat, Feb 22, 2020

Precautions Against Coronavirus (COVID-19)

When visiting the Towada Art Center, we ask that you observe proper hand hygiene and cough etiquette to help prevent the spread of infectious disease. Please use the hand sanitizer that is available throughout the museum.


Fri, Oct 11, 2019

Warning Alert on Typhoon Hagibis (Typhoon No. 19)

The Towada Art Center is closed Sunday, October 13.
The Japan Meteorological Agency has announced that Typhoon Hagibis (Typhoon No. 19) will approach Aomori Prefecture on Sunday, October 13. As we expect that the impact of the typhoon’s strong winds and heavy rain will be felt across the prefecture, the Towada Art Center will be closed on Sunday, October 13, for safety reasons. We apologize for any inconvenience.

Currently we are scheduled to be open on Saturday, October 12, and Monday, October 14, a national holiday.
*Open 9:00-17:00 (admission until 30 minutes before closing).
The museum is closed Tuesday, October 15.

However, we may close early or enact emergency measures if we detect impending damage in the vicinity of the museum. In this case, we will notify visitors on our website and via social media.

Thank you for your understanding. For more information, please stay posted via the museum website, the Japan Meteorological Agency, and related transportation outlets.