Tokyo Metropolitan Art Museum is located in Ueno Park, right next to JR Ueno Station.
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Tokyo Metropolitan Art Museum
The Tokyo Metropolitan Art Museum (東京都美術館) offers a dynamic art experience with six galleries showcasing a diverse range of art forms. While the museum does not have a permanent collection, it hosts multiple temporary exhibitions that rotate regularly. These exhibitions are organized by various art groups, allowing visitors to experience fresh and exciting displays each time. Some exhibitions are free to enjoy, while others may require a paid ticket, providing a variety of options for art lovers.
Located in Ueno Park, the museum is a must-visit for those looking to explore the ever-changing art scene in Tokyo.
Hours and Fees
Tokyo Metropolitan Art Museum
- Opening hours
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9:30 to 17:30 (until 20:00 on Fridays)
- Closed
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1st and 3rd Mon each month or next day if Mon is a holiday
New Year
- Entrance fee
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Varies by exhibition
Getting there
Resources
English
Tokyo Metropolitan Art Museum
Official website
Japanese
Tokyo Metropolitan Art Museum
Official website
Nearby
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Ueno Zoo — 5-minute walkJapan's oldest zoo, giant pandas
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Tokyo National Museum — 5-minute walkJapan’s oldest and largest museum
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National Museum of Western Art — 5-minute walkLe Corbusier design, Western art collection
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National Museum of Nature and Science — 5-minute walkInteractive exhibits, virtual theater, natural history
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Ueno Toshogu Shrine — 5-minute walkDedicated to Tokugawa Ieyasu, peony garden
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National Science Museum — 5-minute walkScience, natural history, and interactive exhibits
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Ueno Park — 5-minute walkCherry blossoms, museums, historical significance
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Currently closedShitamachi Museum — 15-minute walkShowcases old Tokyo life and crafts
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Ameyoko — 15-minute walkBustling market with rich history
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Yanaka Cemetery — 15-minute walkFinal resting place of Tokugawa Yoshinobu
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Kiyomizu Kannon Temple — 15-minute walkGoddess of conception, historic design
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Kaneiji Temple — 15-minute walkEdo-period temple, historical remnants
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Tennoji Temple — 20-minute walkLarge bronze Buddha, serene atmosphere
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Yanaka — 20-minute walkOld town charm, Yanaka Cemetery
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Yushima Tenjin Shrine — 20-minute walkPlum festival and scholarship deity
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Yanesen Tourist Information Center — 25-minute walkCultural workshops and local insights
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Yanaka Ginza — 25-minute walkNostalgic shitamachi charm
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Kappabashi Street — 25-minute walkTokyo’s restaurant supply shopping street
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