Tokyo National Museum
The museum comprises a total of six exhibition halls. The Main Hall (Japanese Gallery) showcases Japanese art, while the Asian Gallery (Oriental Hall) features Eastern artworks. Additionally, the Horyu-ji Treasure Hall displays precious treasures donated from Horyu-ji Temple. The Heisei Hall has archaeological artifacts from Japan on the first floor and a special exhibition room on the second floor. The Kuroda Memorial Hall exhibits works by the Western painter Kuroda Seiki. The General Cultural Exhibition continually displays around 3,000 items, with frequent updates to the exhibitions.
The museum is also active in various educational and outreach activities, hosting special exhibitions, research, and performances. Moreover, it features a beautiful Japanese garden, providing visitors with a tranquil space away from the urban hustle and bustle.
In this way, the Tokyo National Museum contributes to the understanding of Japan's history and culture through the preservation and research of cultural properties, as well as education and outreach to the public.
Basic Information
- Spot Name
- Tokyo National Museum
- Location
- 〒110-8712 13-9 Ueno Park, Taito City, Tokyo, Japan
- Access
- 10-minute walk from JR Ueno Station Park Exit,
13-minute walk from Keisei Ueno Station Main Exit,
15-minute walk from Exit 7 of Tokyo Metro Ginza Line and Hibiya Line Ueno Station. - Parking
- No parking available.
- Business Hours
- 9:30 AM to 4:30 PM (last admission at 5:00 PM, varies by season)
- Regular Holiday
- Closed on Mondays. If Monday is a holiday, it will be open on that day and closed the following day. Closed during the New Year holiday period. *Additional temporary closures may occur.
- Fees
- [Comprehensive Cultural Exhibition (Permanent Exhibition)] General: 1000 yen, University Students: 500 yen, High School Students and younger, and those under 18 years old or over 70 years old: Free.
- Contact Information
- Phone Number：050-5541-8600
- Official Website
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