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Hakone Museum of Art: A Journey Through Seasons The Hakone Museum of Art ⭐, founded in 1952 by Okada Mokichi, is renowned for its exceptional collection of Japanese ceramics dating from prehistoric times through the Edo period. Housed in a serene setting, the museum boasts a captivating moss garden, a tranquil Japanese landscape garden (Sekirakuen), and a charming teahouse named Shinwatei. Sekirakuen  A stream flows through a grassy area adorned with uniquely arranged volcanic rocks within the Sekiraku-en garden. This garden offers a distinct ambiance, more open than the moss garden. Panoramic views of Mount Myōjō, Mount Asama, and the Sagami Bay stretch across the horizon.  Photo Gallery This was my second visit to the MOA (i.e., Museum of Art). After seeing a photo (above) of the teahouse's window ablaze with autumn colors in April 2024, I decided to return to MOA during the fall season. My visit on November 20, 2024, a sunny day, did not disappoint. The maple trees in the S...

Hakone Museum of Art: A Journey Through Seasons Visitors commend the  Hakone Museum of Art  ⭐for its intimate setting, thoughtfully displayed historical pottery and ceramics, and its exquisite surrounding garden. The moss garden, in particular, delights visitors.  The museum's unique design offers beautiful year-round landscape and garden views, which change with the seasons. The Shinsenkyō Garden, a constellation of landscaped gardens and cultural facilities designed by Okada Mokichi, provides a serene and picturesque space to explore. A photo capturing the vibrant autumn colors displayed at the museum Photo Gallery On March 31st, 2024, while following the cherry blossom trail in Hakone, I stumbled upon the  Hakone Museum of Art  unexpectedly. Despite the unplanned visit, it has sparked a desire to revisit the museum in November to witness the autumn colors. Last November, I found myself in Gora, Hakone. At that time, I recall seeing a long line at the entrance...