Experts' Choice Award Tokyo National Museum
What the experts agree on
Home to the world's largest collection of Japanese art with 110,000 exhibits spanning classical treasures to modern pieces, though some find the displays dated. Essential for art lovers with limited time in Tokyo.
“The national museum of Japan has a spectacular collection of Japanese art, but the displays can be on the old-fashioned side.”
– Concierge
Fodor's "This complex of four buildings grouped around a courtyard is one of the world's great repositories of East Asian art and archaeology." Full review
Travel + Leisure "The Tokyo National Museum in Ueno Park is the largest repository of Japanese art and artifacts in the world." Full review
Time Out "If you have just one day to devote to museum-going in Tokyo and are interested in Japanese art and artefacts, this is the place to visit." Full review
Michelin Guide 3 Stars
"A must-see museum whose collection of treasures is astounding both in terms of scope (110,000 exhibits) and quality." Full review
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Recommend prioritising the Japanese Gallery (Hon-kan) and the Gallery of Horyu-ji Treasures.
Frommer's "The National Museum is not only the largest and oldest museum in Japan, but it also boasts the largest collection of Japanese art in the world." Full review
The Wall Street Journal "They have a great collection of Japanese and Oriental classical art; TeamLab’s alternative museum offers interactive fun"
Condé Nast Traveler "Give us an overview.The institution itself is a national treasure—it's Japan's oldest museum. It also happens to be in one of Tokyo's oldest public parks, Ueno, which wanders a hundred or..." Full review
Afar Magazine "Located in Ueno Park, the Tokyo National Museum is Japan's oldest museum, featuring an impressive collection of national treasures and important cultural properties. Aside from the..." Full review
National Geographic "Many of Tokyo's best museums are in and around Ueno Park, with the vast collection of artifacts and antiquities at Tokyo National Museum being a standout"
Independent "Japan has a unique and distinct approach towards art, and the Tokyo National Museum is the perfect place to explore the country's largest collection, which includes paintings, ceramics,..."
