About the artwork
Delighting the Space: Learning from Wood and Playing with Wood
The sculptor, who has been visiting the Matsudai area to create “The Shedding House” and deepen connections since 2004, has crafted a playground enveloped in the warmth of wood. Inside, there is a central feature called the “Wooden Hot Spring,” where visitors can immerse themselves in wooden balls, surrounded by arrangements reminiscent of different hot springs in Echigo-Tsumari. Visitors can experience wood through various senses such as touch and smell, and they can also play with many toys.
Information and Map
| Artwork no. | D397 |
|---|---|
| Production year | 2024 |
| Opening hours | [2026/4/25-11/8] Closed on Tue ＆ Wed except holidays [2027/1/31-2027/3/7] 10:00–16:00 Open only on Saturdays, Sundays and public holidays |
| Admission | ［NUNAGAWA Cumpus Entrance Fee］Adult: ¥800, Children 6-15 years old: ¥400 (Depending on the period, passports for viewing artworks and common tickets may be sold.) |
| Closed | 2026/4/25-11/8 (Closed Tue & Wed, except holidays), 2027/1/31-3/7 (Open on Saturdays, Sundays, and public holidays) |
| Area | Matsudai |
| Village | Murono |
| Open dates | 2026/4/25-11/8 (Closed Tue & Wed, except holidays), 2027/1/31-3/7 (Open on Saturdays, Sundays, and public holidays) |
| Venue | 576 Murono, Tokamachi-city, Niigata Prefecture |
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