The Shoto Museum of Art: A Shibuya Sanctuary
Discover art and tranquility at the Shoto Museum of Art, a hidden gem in Shibuya's sophisticated Shoto district.
Escape the Shibuya bustle at the Shoto Museum of Art, a tranquil oasis showcasing diverse art forms in a building designed by architect Seiichi Shirai. It offers a unique blend of contemporary and traditional art, with special exhibitions held five times a year.
A brief summary to The Shoto Museum of Art
- 2 Chome-14-14 Shoto, Shibuya, 2 Chome Shoto, Tokyo, 150-0046, JP
- +813-3465-9421
- Visit website
- Tuesday 10 am-6 pm
- Wednesday 10 am-6 pm
- Thursday 10 am-6 pm
- Friday 10 am-8 pm
- Saturday 10 am-6 pm
- Sunday 10 am-6 pm
Local tips
- Check the museum's website for current exhibition schedules and admission fees, as they vary.
- Visit on a Friday for free admission if you are a Shibuya City resident.
- Elementary and junior high school students can enter for free on weekends, holidays, and during summer breaks.
- Take the spiral staircase in the museum to fully appreciate the unique architecture.
- Explore Nabeshima Shoto Park nearby for a relaxing stroll through a historic tea plantation site.
Getting There
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Walking
From Shibuya Station's Hachiko exit, walk west towards Bunkamura-Dori. Turn left towards the Tokyu Department Store and continue for about 15 minutes. The museum will be on your right, a distinctive building with reddish granite walls. Alternatively, from Shinsen Station on the Keio Inokashira Line, take the west exit and walk for 5 minutes. There are no costs associated with walking.
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Public Transport
Take the Keio Inokashira Line to Shinsen Station, one stop from Shibuya. Exit at the west exit and walk for 5 minutes to the museum. A single fare from Shibuya to Shinsen Station is approximately ¥130-140 [JPT] [approximated using online resources as of July 2025].
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Taxi
From Shibuya Station, a taxi to the Shoto Museum of Art takes approximately 5-10 minutes, depending on traffic. The estimated fare for a short taxi ride from Shibuya Station to the museum is ¥730-900 [JPT] (based on initial fare of ¥500 [JPT] for the first 1.052km and ¥100 [JPT] for every additional 237m, as of July 2025).
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