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Various Exhibitions are Always Held – “Tokyo Metropolitan Art Museum” Where You Can Experience The Arts of Japan And Around The World
Metropolitan Museum of Art “Tokyo Metropolitan Art Museum” located in Ueno Park opened in 1926 as Japan’s first public art museum. The museum has been held various events throughout the year, it is attractive to enjoy the different art depending on the season.
The historical Metropolitan Museum is not just about appreciating works of art. This museum is working art communication programs that connect people and work of art as a ‘doorway to art’ for people. Many events are held at all times, including special exhibitions of Japan and around the world and exposition and special exhibitions organized by an art group. ‘Van Gogh Exhibition’ which is being held regularly is a particularly popular one.
In addition, The modern architecture of the museum is also one of the highlights. It’s designed by representing Japanese architect, Kunio Maekawa. Moreover, there are 12 three-dimensional works on the premises of the museum. The nature of Ueno Park and the art are in harmony with each other, they are all appealing. Please pay attention to the outdoor exhibition before entering the museum and find your favorite work.
Furthermore, the museum has restaurants, cafes and a museum shop with traditional crafts and unique products, including a comfortable art lounge where you can take a rest. Why not enjoy the art experience at the Tokyo Metropolitan Art Museum where you can easily touch the works?
| Opening Hours | 9:30AM – 5:30PM（Last admission 7:00PM） Closed on every 1st and 3rd Monday |
| Address | 8-36 Ueno Park, Taito-ku, Tokyo Prefecture |
| Access | Hotel Tavinos Asakusa, Hotel Gracery Asakusa: A 10-minute walk from Ueno Station which is 3 stations away from Asakusa Station on the Tokyo Metro Akihabara Washington Hotel: A 7-minute walk from Ueno Station which is 2 stations away from Akihabara station on the JR Yamanote Line |
| URL | https://www.tobikan.jp/en/index.html |
Base of this trip
Hotel Tavinos Asakusa
4-min walk from Asakusa station on the Tsukuba Express line / 9-min walk from Tawaramatchi station on the Tokyo Metro line / 12-min walk from Asakusa station on the Toei Asakusa line
Hotel Gracery Asakusa
3-min walk from Asakusa station on the Toei-Asakusa line / 5-min walk from Asakusa station on the Asakusa line
Akihabara Washington Hotel
1-min walk from JR Akihabara station / 2-min walk from Akihabara station on the Hibiya line
