SOMPO Museum of Art: A Shinjuku Cultural Gem
Discover Van Gogh's 'Sunflowers' and diverse art collections at Tokyo's SOMPO Museum of Art, a cultural oasis in bustling Shinjuku.
Located in the heart of Shinjuku, Tokyo, the SOMPO Museum of Art offers a serene escape into the world of art. It is renowned as the only museum in Asia where you can view Van Gogh's 'Sunflowers', alongside a diverse collection of modern and contemporary works.
A brief summary to SOMPO Museum of Art
- 1 Chome-26-1 Nishishinjuku, Shinjuku City, 1 Chome Nishishinjuku, Tokyo, 160-0023, JP
- +8150-5541-8600
- 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
- Visit on a weekday or later in the afternoon to avoid crowds, especially if you want to spend time with Van Gogh's 'Sunflowers'.
- Check the museum's website for current and upcoming exhibitions to align your visit with your artistic interests.
- Take advantage of the free lockers to store coats and bags, as they are not allowed in the gallery spaces.
- Note that food and drinks, including water, are not allowed on the gallery floors.
Getting There
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Public Transport
The SOMPO Museum of Art is conveniently accessible via public transport. From Shinjuku Station (JR, Keio, or Odakyu lines), it's a 5-minute walk from the West Exit. It is also a 5-minute walk from Shinjuku Station or Nishi-Shinjuku Station on the Tokyo Metro Marunouchi Line, and from the West Exit of Shinjuku-nishiguchi Station on the Toei Oedo Line. An IC card like Suica or Pasmo is recommended for easy payment on trains and subways. A single subway fare typically costs between ¥180 and ¥330 depending on the distance.
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Walking
From the Shinjuku Station West Exit, follow the signs for the Metropolitan Government Office. The SOMPO Museum of Art is located within a 5-minute walk, near the Hilton Tokyo. Look for the museum's distinctive curved building. Be aware that this part of Shinjuku can be difficult to navigate.
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Taxi
Taxis are readily available from Shinjuku Station. A short taxi ride to the SOMPO Museum of Art will typically cost between ¥710 and ¥1500, but this is subject to traffic conditions. The base fare for taxis in Tokyo is around ¥710 for the first kilometer.
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