What makes it 88% Couple-Friendly: A couple can share headphones, discuss Monet, then relax over cakes in café TUNE or a terrace lunch at Array; the serene ambience, glass architecture and forest trail add romantic moments without crowds.
Why 1-2 hours visit duration is ideal for couple trip: Enough time to view the permanent collection and walk the forest trail at a relaxed pace.
Explore Impressionist Galleries:
See Monet, Renoir and Picasso in intimate gallery rooms.
Tip: Start at Monet’s Water Lily Pond to avoid later crowds.
Walk the Forest Promenade:
Follow the 670 m trail to find outdoor sculptures by Ai Weiwei and Bando Masaru.
Tip: Wear comfortable shoes for uneven stones and light slopes.
Photograph Modern Architecture:
Capture the sunlit atrium, glass façades and hidden underground lobby.
Tip: Visit mid-morning when light beams through the glass walls.
Relax at Café TUNE:
Sip coffee or cake by floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking beech woods.
Tip: Reserve a window seat on weekends to secure the view.
Browse the Museum Shop:
Find original Pola souvenirs, art prints and design goods.
Tip: Look for limited-edition exhibition catalogs for keepsakes.
LiamFromUK
A peaceful and elegant afternoon in the forest. The collection features beautiful works by Cézanne, Monet, Picasso, and Renoir, all thoughtfully displayed in a serene, modern space. I had lunch at the museum’s restaurant, then wandered through the forest trail surrounded by quiet and trees. Art, food, and nature — the perfect balance.
Lisa Mueller
We caught the local bus up to the museum which was really easy to do, lovely drive up there through the beautiful lush green vegetation, we had lunch at the restaurant which was absolutely superb before wandering around the museum, amazing artwork very thought-provoking, with modern and classical arts on display
L Can
As with most things Japanese the harmony of the art work, the architecture of the building and the surrounding nature make for a very appealing visit. There is both a bus stop out front as well as a free shuttle to and from Gora. There are free lockers for personal items as well as cables to secure large suitcases in case this is your last activity on the way out. The colours exhibition was memo...
Tess Ciarloni
Such a cool museum. We saw the COLOR exhibit and it’s one of the best exhibits I’ve ever seen. So good we had to buy the book. There are lockers to store your backpack and umbrellas if it’s raining. These were especially helpful for the nature walk that was through a gorgeous forest. Art outside is my new favourite thing. Highly recommend if you’re in Hakone.
Niki Camelia
A really beautiful museum surrounded by nature 🌿 They have different exhibitions (depending on when you are coming) and a fixed catalog gallery that is equally amazing!!! The transportation there was easy since they have a shuttle (you can check the schedule in Gora station or from their website). Obsessed with the nature trail and the outdoor sculptures, makes Pola Museum of Art differ from oth...
In autumn the beech forest glows golden along the trail. In spring new leaves frame the outdoor sculptures.
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Item | Cost (Approx.) |
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Admission for 2 adults | JPY 3,600 |
English audio guide rental | JPY 400 |
Café snack & drink set | JPY 2,300 |
Lunch at Array restaurant | JPY 5,000 |
Total Estimated | JPY 11,300 |
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