Tokyo Metropolitan Art Museum

Overview

The Tokyo Metropolitan Art Museum, located within Ueno Park, was established to promote art for the citizens of Tokyo. Designed by Kunio Maekawa, the building stands in the heart of “Ueno no Yama” (Ueno Hill), an area known for its concentration of cultural institutions like museums and the zoo, adjacent to the Ueno and Asakusa subcenters. It's a prominent part of Tokyo's cultural landscape. The museum hosts a diverse range of exhibitions, both special and permanent, showcasing artworks from Japan and around the world. Special exhibitions feature various genres, from contemporary art to traditional Nihonga (Japanese-style painting), Western painting, and sculpture. Permanent exhibitions display the museum's own collection, including Nihonga, Yōga (Western-style painting), sculptures, prints, and crafts. Furthermore, the Tokyo Metropolitan Art Museum offers workshops and lectures on art, making it a highly attractive destination for art enthusiasts. Workshops provide hands-on experiences in painting, sculpture, printmaking, and more. Lectures are given by prominent art critics and historians. Nestled in the lush greenery of Ueno Park, visitors can enjoy a relaxing stroll after their museum visit. Ueno Park also houses other cultural institutions such as Ueno Zoo, the National Museum of Nature and Science, and the Tokyo National Museum, making it a perfect destination for a day of cultural exploration.