美術館
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Noun meaning a building or facility dedicated to displaying art. No conjugation needed; use as is in sentences.
Theme
Two friends, Ken and User, are planning a weekend outing in Tokyo and discussing cultural activities to enjoy together.
美術館
びじゅつかん
art gallery / art museum
Culture & SocietyEntertainment & Media
Memory Hook
Think of 'beauty' and 'can' — 『美術館』 (bijutsukan, 'art gallery') is a 'beauty can' where art is stored. 'Bijutsu' means 'art' and 'kan' means 'hall' — a hall for art!
Cultural Note
In Japan, 『美術館』 (bijutsukan, 'art gallery / Museum') are popular cultural destinations, often featuring traditional Japanese art like 『浮世絵』 (ukiyoe, 'woodblock prints') or modern exhibitions. Many cities have famous ones, such as 『東京国立近代美術館』 (Tokyo Kokuritsu Kindai Bijutsukan, 'Tokyo National Museum of Modern Art').
Forms
Base: 美術館Noun meaning a building or facility dedicated to displaying art. No conjugation needed; use as is in sentences.