An afternoon of encounter with Picasso in the Sculpture Forest, blending seamlessly into nature

Just beyond the forests of Ninodaira in Hakone lies the tranquil "Hakone Open-Air Museum." Sculptures quietly stand amid the greenery. Every time you stop, your gaze slowly shifts. What you'll find there isn't a "work," but a "view and experience."

Indoors, in the Picasso Museum, you can glimpse the world of Picasso, who explored a variety of techniques, from small ceramic pieces to tapestries and masterpieces. Beyond materials and techniques, it's a time to quietly ponder the question, "What is art?"

Back in the garden, the setting sun illuminates the marble, with the blue sky and mountain ridges as a backdrop. Sipping coffee in the cafe, I suddenly thought, "I'm glad I came here."

Easily accessible, just a short walk from the station, it's a recommended daytime destination for both art novices and art lovers.

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Post by shun_portugal | Oct 30, 2025