751-1 Shimomata, Kakegawa City, Shizuoka Prefecture
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Free admission
Located on the grounds of Shiseido's Kakegawa factory, the Shiseido Art House Corporate Museum showcases the company's cosmetics, advertisements, and art collections dating back to its founding in 1872. The exhibits highlight the fashions, trends, and social conditions of each era alongside the cosmetics. The museum's modern silver building, a combination of cubes and cylinders, was awarded the Architectural Institute of Japan Prize in 1980. Admission is free, making it an accessible cultural experience. It's easily accessible by car, just 5 minutes from Kakegawa Station or 10 minutes from the Tomei Kakegawa Interchange.