Isamu Noguchi Garden Museum

***Check the opening hours before you head over.*** It’s only open three days a week, with just three time slots per day, so be sure to book your ticket in advance. The garden is lovely and captures the spirit of Noguchi—don’t miss the egg-shaped rock on the hill, where half of his ashes are scattered. A quiet, momentary place to pay tribute.

The house, garden and artworks are fascinating to view, no photos policy is totally ok, but you have to go with a group and a guide. We had around 30 people for 1 guide with a very quiet voice and limited English. I’m sure she is very knowledgeable and interesting to talk to, but it was almost unbearable to try to hear her. It would be much more helpful to have a self guided map or audio guide and more time to visit and appreciate the place and the works. For the price of the ticket (which is higher than any other museum in Japan that I know), the organization and experience are unfortunately poor.

A must go if you are an art lover or you have visited Noguchi museum in NY, you will definitely enjoy your time. Btw, only accept reservation online. You can visit it without reservation.

Fascinating place to visit on the outskirts of Takamatsu. Tools left as they were by Noguchi himself, along with several iconic works and unfinished pieces. We visited in the depths of winter - no wonder he didn't really stay here in that season, it was cold, but also very few people. Def recommend. Take cash if you can, credit card is possible but caused quite a kerfuffle.

We had a difficult time getting here and communicating with the staff, but it was well worth the effort. Really soulful to see this place if you love art, sculpture, and Noguchi, Be sure to have cash if you are taking a taxi. The museum only takes cash as well. And be sure to have Google translate on hand!

A unique experience to see the workspace of this great artist. Beautiful architecture and sculptures embedded in its surroundings. Don't bother about the photo ban or the limited time - just enjoy the experience.

You have to get the entry ticket months ahead. You cannot take pictures once there. You cannot enter his private house. And still I would give 5 stars. I loved seeing the sculptures. Loved. It was a meditative experience even though a tourist groups were there. If you love his artworks, the trip is a definite yes. And I loved the house even though you can only peek inside. But boy, what a peaking position. The rock table and bamboo background... It is so beautiful, balanced, serene. Mure is a rock carving village. Taking a bus there and walking through the village to get to the Noguchi garden is enlightening. There is rocks everywhere.

Absolutely fascinating place: his studio, house, the sculptures, and particularly his tools. Even the immediate vicinity is interesting because of the huge slabs of stone on the roadside. We came away thinking we had really come close to the man and his work.