[Makonde Museum, Mie🪶] A mecca for woodcarving art where the soul of Africa lives on

Nestled in the lush hills of Ise City, Mie Prefecture, the Makonde Art Museum is a rare museum in Japan that specializes in the woodcarving art of the Makonde people of Tanzania, Africa. The delicate yet powerful ebony sculptures are awe-inspiring, almost as if they were alive.

The Makonde people believe in the "spirits that reside in trees," and this belief is embodied in each and every carving. The exhibition room is filled with works depicting humans, animals, and spirits. Among them is the enormous woodcarving known as the "Tree of Life," a symbol of Makonde art and a towering presence.

The museum has a quiet and tranquil atmosphere. The serene scenery of Ise-Shima unfolds outside the windows, creating a mysterious harmony between exotic art and Japanese nature. This museum is recommended not only for art lovers but also for those who want to experience Africa with all five senses.

📌 Useful Information
Address: 1799 Matsushita, Futami-cho, Ise City, Mie Prefecture 519-0601
Access: Approximately 10 minutes by car from JR Futamiura Station / Approximately 15 minutes from Ise Expressway "Ise IC"
Opening Hours: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM (Entry until 4:30 PM)
Closed: Wednesdays (or the following day if a public holiday falls on a Wednesday)
Admission Fee: ¥800 for Adults, ¥500 for High School and University Students, ¥300 for Elementary and Junior High School Students
Parking: Available (Free)

Enter the world of the Makonde, where you can experience the warmth and vitality of wood.
Experience a little exoticism on your detour during your Ise sightseeing trip.

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Post by Travel tiger | Oct 16, 2025