Experts' Choice Award Museum of Contemporary Art Tokyo
What the experts agree on
Japan's largest contemporary art museum rotates its 3,800-piece collection of postwar Japanese and international art, with only 150 works displayed at once. The striking modern building hosts major international exhibitions alongside a browsable
“This modern museum has spaces that rotate between displays of contemporary art from its own collection and special exhibitions...if you need a break while here, there are a café and a restauran”
– Fodor's
Michelin Guide 2 Stars
"Although only 150 of the museum's 3800 works are on display at any one time, the entire collection can be viewed on screens made available in the audiovisual library." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler "In a stunning modern building designed by architect Takahiko Yanagisawa, MOT puts on major international exhibitions." Full review
Frommer's "Art from from both Japan and overseas since 1945 is the focus of this museum...it's the largest modern and contemporary art museum in Japan. " Full review
Lonely Planet "Dedicated to showcasing postwar artists and designers from Japan and abroad, MOT also holds some 3800 pieces exhibited (on rotation) in its permanent collection gallery." Full review
