The secret of Finnish sauna
Hiroshima City Museum of Contemporary Art
Until Jun 28
SHARE
Saunas have become an enduring trend in Japan, but their origins go back some 2,000 years to Finland. In Finnish folklore, it was believed that welcoming the spirit that dwells in the sauna would bring prosperity to the household—a tradition that continues to this day. Saunas have also established themselves as social spaces and remain an essential part of Finnish life and culture. This exhibition explores the history and culture behind saunas while highlighting the connection between Nordic designers, including Alvar Aalto, and sauna culture.
Schedule Now in session | Mar 14 (Sat) 2026-Jun 28 (Sun) 2026 89 days left Opening Hours Information
| ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fee | Adults ¥1100, University Students ¥800, Seniors 65 & Over ¥550, Junior High School Students and Under free. | ||||
| Website | https://www.hiroshima-moca.jp/exhibition/finlandspirit?moca-lang=en | ||||
| Venue | Hiroshima City Museum of Contemporary Art https://www.hiroshima-moca.jp/en/ | ||||
| Location | 1-1 Hijiyama Koen, Minami-ku, Hiroshima 732-0815 | ||||
| Access | From JR Hiroshima Station, take the Streetcar #5 and get off at Hijiyama-shita. The venue is 11 minute walk from there. | ||||
| Phone | 082-264-1121 | ||||
| Related images | Click on the image to enlarge it |
Back to Articles
SHARE
No comments yet