Museums in Tokyo

Tokyo prefecture offers 221 museums, including the Itabashi Historical Museum and the Sumida Heritage Museum. They cover a wide range of interests, from local history to art and science.

Not sure where to start? Read our guide to the 20 best

Japanese Folk Crafts Museum

Japanese Folk Crafts Museum

TOKYO · MUSEUM

Explore Japanese folk crafts in the founder's historic home, a unique cultural experience.

Ōta Memorial Museum of Art

Ōta Memorial Museum of Art

TOKYO · MUSEUM

See a rotating collection of over 12,000 ukiyo-e prints and paintings at this private museum.

Meguro Museum of Art

Meguro Museum of Art

TOKYO · MUSEUM

Meguro Museum of Art showcases modern Japanese art, including famous pieces, before its 2028 dem...

Mitsubishi Ichigokan Museum

Mitsubishi Ichigokan Museum

TOKYO · MUSEUM

Tokyo's Mitsubishi Ichigokan Museum showcases 19th-century art in a historic replica building.

Museum of Mechanical Musical Instruments

Museum of Mechanical Musical Instruments

TOKYO · MUSEUM

Japan's first music box museum, now closed, showcased over 300 automatic musical instruments.

Terrada Art Complex

Terrada Art Complex

TOKYO · MUSEUM

Japan's largest contemporary art complex, with multiple galleries and studios, is worth visiting...

Archi-Depot Museum

Archi-Depot Museum

TOKYO · MUSEUM

World's first architectural model museum, preserving and exhibiting designs from Japan and beyon...

Yoshimura Akira Commemorative Museum of Modern Literature

Yoshimura Akira Commemorative Museum of Modern Literature

TOKYO · MUSEUM

A modern literature museum dedicated to Akira Yoshimura, showcasing his study and donated works.

Safety Promotion Center

Safety Promotion Center

TOKYO · MUSEUM

Learn about aviation safety and the Flight 123 crash at this free JAL center.

Setagaya Art Museum

Setagaya Art Museum

TOKYO · MUSEUM

Modern art museum in a park, noted for its unique collection and sustainable design.

Tobu Museum

Tobu Museum

TOKYO · MUSEUM

Explore Tobu Railway's history and vehicles, including simulators, under elevated tracks.

Shitamachi Museum

Shitamachi Museum

TOKYO · MUSEUM

Explore Tokyo's historic downtown life at this museum, a short walk from Ueno Station.

Watari Museum of Contemporary Art

Watari Museum of Contemporary Art

TOKYO · MUSEUM

A private museum in Tokyo, it exhibits international contemporary art in a unique building.

Waseda University Tsubouchi Memorial Theatre Museum

Waseda University Tsubouchi Memorial Theatre Museum

TOKYO · MUSEUM

Explore Asia's premier theater museum, dedicated to Shoyo Tsubouchi and Shakespeare.

Mori Art Museum

Mori Art Museum

TOKYO · MUSEUM

Japan's highest art museum, showcasing contemporary works with city views, worth visiting for un...

National Museum of Territory and Sovereignty

National Museum of Territory and Sovereignty

TOKYO · MUSEUM

A free museum in Tokyo explaining Japan's territorial claims, worth visiting for historical cont...

Takao 599 Museum

Takao 599 Museum

TOKYO · MUSEUM

Free museum at Mount Takao's base, showcasing local nature, perfect for a quick stop.

National Film Archive of Japan

National Film Archive of Japan

TOKYO · MUSEUM

Japan's national film archive preserves and screens films, offering a unique look at cinematic h...

Meiji Memorial Picture Gallery

Meiji Memorial Picture Gallery

TOKYO · MUSEUM

See 80 murals depicting Emperor Meiji's life in a grand historic building.

National Hansen's Disease Museum

National Hansen's Disease Museum

TOKYO · MUSEUM

Learn about Hansen's disease history and sanatorium life at this free museum.

TOTO Gallery Ma

TOTO Gallery Ma

TOKYO · MUSEUM

This architecture and design gallery, operated by TOTO, is a quick stop for design enthusiasts.

Institute for Nature Study

Institute for Nature Study

TOKYO · MUSEUM

A large, protected natural area in Tokyo with diverse flora and fauna.

Memorial Museum for Soldiers, Detainees in Siberia, and Postwar Repatriates

Memorial Museum for Soldiers, Detainees in Siberia, and Postwar Repatriates

TOKYO · MUSEUM

This free museum in Shinjuku tells the stories of wartime and postwar Japanese experiences.

Bunkamura

Bunkamura

TOKYO · MUSEUM

Bunkamura is a Shibuya cultural complex, worth visiting for its concert hall and art museum.

Gyokudō Art Museum

Gyokudō Art Museum

TOKYO · MUSEUM

This museum displays works by Nihonga painter Kawai Gyokudo, including his studio and a dry land...

Tokyo Anime Center

Tokyo Anime Center

TOKYO · MUSEUM

This center promotes Japanese anime culture, offering exhibits and exclusive merchandise.

Min-on Music Museum

Min-on Music Museum

TOKYO · MUSEUM

Explore a unique collection of musical instruments and recordings for free.

Tokyo National Museum

Tokyo National Museum

TOKYO · MUSEUM

Japan's oldest national museum, it houses a vast collection of art and cultural artifacts.

Miraikan

Miraikan

TOKYO · MUSEUM

Miraikan is a science museum showcasing Japan's latest technology, worth visiting for interactiv...

Yayoi Kusama Museum

Yayoi Kusama Museum

TOKYO · MUSEUM

See Yayoi Kusama's art in a dedicated museum, including an interactive installation.

Eisei Bunko Museum

Eisei Bunko Museum

TOKYO · MUSEUM

Eisei Bunko Museum showcases the Hosokawa family's art collection in their former Tokyo residenc...

Tokyo Metropolitan Teien Art Museum

Tokyo Metropolitan Teien Art Museum

TOKYO · MUSEUM

Explore a 1930s royal residence, now an art museum, showcasing historic architecture and gardens...

National Museum of Nature and Science

National Museum of Nature and Science

TOKYO · MUSEUM

Explore Japan's premier science museum, home to millions of specimens and an Important Cultural...

Kokugakuin University Museum

Kokugakuin University Museum

TOKYO · MUSEUM

Explore Japanese culture and history through extensive exhibits at this free university museum.

Bunkyō City Mori Ōgai Memorial Museum

Bunkyō City Mori Ōgai Memorial Museum

TOKYO · MUSEUM

A modern museum on Mori Ōgai's former home, preserving his legacy and fostering literary exchang...

Ikebukuro Life Safety Learning Center

Ikebukuro Life Safety Learning Center

TOKYO · MUSEUM

Learn disaster preparedness skills for free, including earthquake and first aid training.

Tokyo Photographic Art Museum

Tokyo Photographic Art Museum

TOKYO · MUSEUM

Japan's first specialized photography museum, showcasing photographic expression and film screen...

21 21 DESIGN SIGHT

21 21 DESIGN SIGHT

TOKYO · MUSEUM

A unique design museum in Tokyo, showcasing innovative Japanese design and architecture.

Mitsui Memorial Museum

Mitsui Memorial Museum

TOKYO · MUSEUM

See Mitsui family treasures, including National Treasures, in a historic Tokyo building.

Tokyo Metropolitan Art Museum

Tokyo Metropolitan Art Museum

TOKYO · MUSEUM

Tokyo Metropolitan Art Museum: a public art museum in Ueno Park, showcasing Japanese art and arc...

Currency Museum of the Bank of Japan

Currency Museum of the Bank of Japan

TOKYO · MUSEUM

Explore Japan's currency history and global banknotes at this museum, a short walk from Mitsukos...

Hatoyama Hall

Hatoyama Hall

TOKYO · MUSEUM

Explore Hatoyama Hall, a historic Western-style residence, for a glimpse into Japan's political...

Artizon Museum

Artizon Museum

TOKYO · MUSEUM

Artizon Museum: a Tokyo private museum showcasing Western, Japanese, and ancient art.

Ghibli Museum

Ghibli Museum

TOKYO · MUSEUM

A whimsical animation museum designed by Hayao Miyazaki featuring exclusive short films and a ro...

Toshima City Tokiwasō Manga Museum

Toshima City Tokiwasō Manga Museum

TOKYO · MUSEUM

Explore the recreated Tokiwaso apartment, home to legendary manga artists, and discover manga hi...

Ikō Archeological Park Exhibition Hall

Ikō Archeological Park Exhibition Hall

TOKYO · MUSEUM

Historical museum showcasing Kofun-period artifacts from the Ikō Archeological Site.

Printing Museum

Printing Museum

TOKYO · MUSEUM

Explore the history and technology of printing, including hands-on experiences and rare artifact...

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