Tokyo National Museum

Independent Administrative Institution National Museum

www.tnm.jp
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(2.3K) · National museum in Taito Ward, Japan
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This famous museum houses the largest collection of Japanese artifacts and artworks in the world. With over 100,000 pieces and room to display only …

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Apr 10, 2025
Great museum if you're interested in Japanese culture and history. I knew it was home to the Hideyoshi helmet but the museum has such artifacts as swords of Tokugawa Ieyasu, Toyotomi Hideyoshi, one b…Full review by Ron S
Apr 8, 2025
What a museum! Spacious, clear, interesting and full of beauty. A very good recapitulation of our trip. And not too busy, the long Friday evening opening is very welcome.Full review by Readingrat
Mar 13, 2025
The main building that held the artifacts was quite beautiful. The garden is very lovely & peaceful with the little pond in the back. It wasn’t pricey @ 1000 yen per adult & kids are free, although…Full review by AlexAsti
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The Tokyo National Museum—Japan’s oldest and largest vault of history, art, and culture—is way more than just a dusty archive for scholar…
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The Tokyo National Museum (東京国立博物館 Tōkyō Kokuritsu Hakubutsukan?), or TNM, established in 1872, is the oldest Japanese n…
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Do you need to book the tickets for this museum in advance?
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no, you purchase the ticket at the booth at the time you visit
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Is there entrance fee?
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Yes it’s between USD 5 - 10 depending on if you are with kids or not.
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Is there anywhere to store large suitcases ?
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Yes, they have lockers! I saw many small ones that cost 100 Yen, but you get the coin back when you return. They have larger lockers but I think you have to pay. You should …
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Yes, they have lockers! I saw many small ones that cost 100 Yen, but you get the coin back when you return. They have larger lockers but I think you have to pay. You should probably go early as many were already taken though. Enjoy your visit.
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Do you have to wear slippers in the museum? If yes, do they provide the slippers or do you have to bring your own?
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Nope, no slippers required. As an aside, photography is not permitted for certain items / rooms. Clearly posted throughout.
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Is there an English audio guide?
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Yes - there is english audio guide . May be rented at the entrance. Better to go in the morning to 'catch' one- the english audio guide is in a high demand and the stock is over. …
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Yes - there is english audio guide . May be rented at the entrance. Better to go in the morning to 'catch' one- the english audio guide is in a high demand and the stock is over. Have fun !
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What kind of an institution is the Tokyo National Museum?
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The Tokyo National Museum (TNM) began in 1872 (Meiji 5) with an exposition held at the Yushima Seido Confucian shrine in Tokyo. We focus on treasured...
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Parking facility is not available
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Wheelchairs are available on rent
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Visit early morning to avoid crowds
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Photography of permanent collection is allowed
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They do have a souvenir shop to buy gifts
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This place is closed on Mondays
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Wear comfortable shoes because standing for long periods of time is expected
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Visitors are admitted until 30 minutes before closing time
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Dress in semi-formals. Do not wear loud colours or jewelry as it can disturb other patrons
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Baby changing tables are available
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The museum collection includes art and antiquities from Japan and other Asian countries
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The entire museum offers both recreational and educational activities for children of all ages and their parents
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Compass, a playroom geared toward kids ages 4 to 6, is free but requires a special ticket with a specified time stamp
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Opening hours: tue-sun: 9:30 – 17:30
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Schedule a morning or afternoon to visit
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The museum will cloe from october 19th until spring 2021
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Allow time to enjoy the expansive park, which blossoms in the spring and has gorgeous fall colors
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Ask at the information desk for the pamphlet noting the architectural highlights
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Be sure not to miss the 360 degree theatre
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Many smaller exhibits are free
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The museum has some 87,000 objects in its permanent collection, with several thousand more on loan from shrines, temples, and private owners
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Public safety stations and pharmacies are just around the corner
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Experts recommend three hours for a museum visit
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There's english signage throughout, plus an english-language audio guide
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Be sure to enjoy the fresh air of the surrounding ueno park before or after you visit the museum
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There are also a couple of restaurants in the complex, and a good gift shop
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Visit nearby attractions which are covered in tokyo itinerary 7 days
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Visitors with only a couple of hours to spare should focus on the honkan (japanese gallery)
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There are restaurants and shops within the museum's premises, as well as outdoor exhibitions and a garden where visitors can enjoy seasonal views
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The museum is closed on mondays
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The premier public art gallery in japan specializing in art from the western tradition
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On the second floor, you can see the chronological evolution of art in japan
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