Outline
What is Grand Toit?
The Shimane Arts Center is a nationally prominent facility that was born in response to impassioned requests of the Shimane citizens to build an establishment in the Iwami Region that serves as both a museum of art and a theater.
Its nickname “Grand Toit”, in its original French means “large roof”. On that large roof and walls of the center have been used the Sekishu tiles that inherit the traditions and culture of the Iwami area. The characteristic red hue of these tiles shines on the stores and houses that line the street, and it is certain that they are a symbol of this area’s development.
As a shrine for the prefecture’s arts and culture, the center endeavors to act as a place for the creation of new culture while cherishing the history and natural spirit of the region. At the same time, this center offers the opportunity for everyone to appreciate the excellent art and culture of Japan and the world.
Shimane Arts Center
Construction Outline
The courtyard is surrounded by the Large Hall, the Small Hall and the Art Museum. The tile (Sekishu-gawara) used for the roof and outside walls were specially created for Shimane Arts Center by the local tile industry.
[Site Area] 36,564.16m²
[Building Area] 14,068.15m²
[Total Floor Area] 19,252.45m²
[Scale] One basement and Two stories
[Structure] Reinforced concrete, Precast concrete, Steel frame
[Design] Naito Archtect & Associates
Iwami Art Museum
Activity Objectives
- The museum holds many special exhibitions that cover a wide range of fields. In addition, this venue provides thematic, high quality exhibits from its permanent collection.
- The museum collects a wide range of outstanding works of art from Japan and Overseas, regardless of region, theme, or age.
- The museum carries out research investigation in the areas of art work collection, preservation, exhibition, as well as the promotion of art education.
- The museum provides activities that promote education, such as lectures and workshops that deepen people’s understandings about art.
Collection from Iwami Art Museum
Collection Policy: To collect a wide range of outstanding works of art from Japan and abroad, regardless of region, field or age, from antiques to contemporary art, including painting, crafts, sculpture, photography, clothes, etc. In order to give the museum a distinctive character, it was decided to focus on the following categories:
- Items Connected with Mori Ogai
- Fashion
- Art from around Iwami
Click on the banner below for basic information on the English version of the special exhibition.
Iwami Arts Theater
Activity Objectives
- The Theater holds events for the appreciation and creation of art and culture.
- The Theater carries out autonomous, local community-centered projects that create an opportunity to come in contact with superior art and culture.
- The Theater sponsors opportunities for studying the performing arts.
Admission Fees
The Collection Exhibition:
Adult: 300yen
University student: 200yen
High school student and below: Free
Separate fees apply for special exhibitions. The admission fees for special exhibitions vary depending on the exhibition.
Ticket
Tickets can be purchased at the information counter in the museum lobby. (Payment methods: cash, credit cards (VISA, Mastercard, AMEX, JCB), and various electronic payment options).
- Junior high school and senior high school students (and those who accompany them) who come to the art museum for educational purposes as part of a school program will receive free entry. (Please contact the staff at the art museum before hand).
- Presentation of a valid passport or residence Card entitles international visitors to a 50% discount on the special exhibition admission fee.
Usage guide
Iwami Arts Theater is offering the use of its facilities to artists who wish to undertake various activities and seek avenues of their artistic expression at the Theater. Applications to use the facilities are accepted according to your schedules and our terms of service.
Large Hall Main Stage and Auditorium
The largest stage in Shimane with state of the art acoustics is suitable for all musicals, concerts, and theatre arts etc. The capacity of the main stage is 1500 with 993 on the first floor and 503 on the second floor. There are also four wheelchair spaces. The seating is arranged in a gradual circular arc providing superb and comfortable viewing of the main stage.
Rehearsal Space and Dressing Rooms
In addition to 12 dressing rooms, there are two spaces (studio 1 and 2) available for rehearsals which can also be used for small concerts.
Small Hall Stage, Auditorium, Foyer
With state of the art acoustics, this stage is suitable for live theatre, chamber music, and lectures. The seating capacity is 400 people and a close viewing distance from the stage creates an easily accessible environment. In addition to this, digital surround sound is supported for recent movies.
Multi-Purpose Gallery
This gallery can be used for the display of articles or exhibits.
Please contact Shimane Art Center for more information.
Information
Opening Hours
Iwami Art Museum: 9:30-18:00
- Entry to the galleries is permitted until 30 minutes before closing.
Iwami Arts Theater: 9:00-22:00
- Ticket Sales 9:00-18:00.
Closed Days
Iwami Art Museum: Every Tuesday, New Year’s holidays
Iwami Arts Theater: Every 2nd and 4th Tuesday, New Year’s holidays
- If Tuesday is a national holiday, Museum/Theater will be open. Instead of this it will close on an alternative weekday.
- There may be changes to the opening/closing schedule due to planned events.
Locker Room
Free lockers are available in the Museum Lobby.
A deposit is required.
Parking Lots
A capacity of parking lots is about 240 cars including large-sized buses.
Museum shop
You can buy exhibition catalogues, books, post cards, framed pictures and telephone cards.
Restaurant
Meals and soft drinks are served.
Access
- Iwami Koutsuu City Bus to Ikou-ji: Get off at ‘Grand Toit Mae’ Bus Stop (1 minute on foot)
- 1km from JR Masuda Station (15 minutes on foot)
- 6km from Hagi-Iwami Airport (Airport Bus to JR Masuda Station, 15 minutes)
- 40km from Hamada Expressway, Hamada Interchange (50 minutes by car)
Contact
5-15 Ariake-cho, Masuda-shi, Shimane-ken, 698-0022 JAPAN
TEL: +81-856-31-1860
FAX: +81-856-31-1884
http://www.grandtoit.jp