is a museum located in Matsuyama, Ehime Prefecture, Japan, and inspired by the novel Saka no ue no kumo, written by Ryōtarō Shiba. The museum was constructed by Tadao Ando. He is also known for the construction of Ryōtarō Shiba Memorial Museum. History In the designing process, Tadao Ando managed to represent the powerful thought of the times of people in the Meiji Era, like Shiki Masaoka, Yoshifuru Akiyama, Saneyuki Akiyama, and more. The museum was designed to be appreciated as a touring circuit-style garden. Construction work of the museum started on December 22, 2004. It was finished on November 30, 2006. Then, on April 28, 2007, Saka no ue no kumo Museum opened. References External links Saka no Ue no Kumo Museum official website 2007 establishments in Japan Museums established in 2007 Literary museums in Japan Biographical museums in Japan Tadao Ando buildings Museums in Ehime Prefecture Matsuyama, Ehime