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The Shigaraki Ceramic Cultural Park
Sight in ShigaLocated on a hill with a view of downtown Shigaraki, this cultural park provides visitors with information about traditional Japanese ceramics, or "Shigarakiyak
Miho Museum
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- Address
- 信楽町田代桃谷300
- Phone
- +81-748-82-3411
- Website
- View website
- Open Hours
- 1-12: Tue-Sun: - 10:00-17:00
The Miho Museum was designed by Ieoh Ming Pei, the architect who designed the glass pyramid at the Louvre. This museum contains a collection of over 2000 pieces and artefacts from various time periods and regions.
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