The building is the design of Kuma Kengo, who conceptualized a place "which expresses the artistry and tradition of Hiroshige by means of a traditional, yet subdued exterior." With its gabled roof, the roomy, single-story building merges into Nakagawa's rich, natural surroundings. The whole museum is wrapped in latticework made of local Yamizo cedar, so that the lighting in the museum continually expresses itself in different ways, in accord with the time of day. Local materials are also used in the interior; the walls are covered with Karasuyama washi handcrafted paper, and the floors are made of Ashino-ishi stone. Museum Layout Ferro-concrete,steel-framed single-story building Extended floor space:1962m2 Two exhibit rooms, restaurant, shop Please click on the in the layout to see the rooms. Approach Reception / Entrance Hall Exhibit Throughway Open Gallery Exhibit Room Exhibit Room 1 78.32m2 Exhibit Room 2 288.86m2 In both exhibit rooms, works are illuminated with gentle, fiber optic lighting. Scheduled exhibits, featuring the museum's collection, are planned for about 10 times per year. Additionally, one special exhibition is planned each year. Restaurant