Tokyo National Museum: A Gateway to Japanese Art and History
Discover Japanese and Asian art and history at Japan's oldest and largest museum, featuring national treasures and cultural properties in Ueno Park.
The Tokyo National Museum, established in 1872, is Japan's oldest and largest museum, housing an extensive collection of Japanese and Asian art and artifacts. Located in Ueno Park, the museum complex comprises multiple buildings, each showcasing different aspects of art and history, including a Japanese garden and teahouses.
A brief summary to Tokyo National Museum
- 13-9 Uenokoen, Taito City, Uenokoen, Tokyo, 110-8712, JP
- +8150-5541-8600
- Visit website
- Wednesday 9:30 am-5 pm
- Thursday 9:30 am-5 pm
- Friday 9:30 am-8 pm
- Saturday 9:30 am-8 pm
- Sunday 9:30 am-5 pm
Local tips
- Visit during the spring to enjoy cherry blossom views in the museum's Japanese garden.
- Check the museum's website for special exhibitions and events before your visit.
- Download the TNM Art Guide app for an interactive museum experience.
- Take advantage of the free English guided tours for a deeper understanding of the exhibits.
- Plan to spend at least half a day to fully explore the museum's extensive collection.
Getting There
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Public Transport
From Tokyo Station, take the JR Yamanote Line or the JR Ueno-Tokyo Line to Ueno Station. The journey takes approximately 5-10 minutes and costs around ¥170. From Ueno Station's Park Exit, the museum is a 10-minute walk. Alternatively, the Ginza subway line will also take you to Ueno Station. Subway fare is between ¥180-¥210.
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Taxi
Taxis are readily available from most locations in Tokyo. A taxi from Tokyo Station to Ueno Park typically takes around 5-10 minutes, depending on traffic. The estimated fare is between ¥2,400 and ¥3,300. Note that traffic conditions can significantly affect travel time and cost.
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Walking
From Ueno Station, exit through the Park Exit and follow the signs to Ueno Park. The Tokyo National Museum is located within Ueno Park, approximately a 10-minute walk from the station. The path is well-marked and easy to navigate.
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Iconic landmarks you can’t miss
Cenotaph for the Tokyo Raid
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Gokokuin
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きささげの木
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BINGO!
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Ueno Park, Statue
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Statue of Saigo Takamori
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Tokyo Tourist Information Center Keisei Ueno
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Nichika Shrine of Enju-ji Temple
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Higashi-Ueno Koreantown
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Ueno Ameyoko Shopping District
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Ameyoko Shopping District
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Kappabashi Kitchen Tools Street
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Obake kaidan
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Teppanda
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Nezu Shrine
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Unmissable attractions to see
Tokyo National Museum Garden
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Okyokan
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Tokyo National Museum - Heiseikan
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International Library of Children's Literature, National Diet Library
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National Museum of Nature and Science
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Tokyo National Museum - Kuroda Memorial Hall
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Sogakudo Concert Hall, Ueno Campus, Tokyo Uniνersity of the Arts
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Tokyo Metropolitan Art Museum
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The National Museum of Western Art
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Ueno campus, Tokyo University of the Arts
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Ueno Zoological Gardens
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Tokyo Metropolitan Festival Hall
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Ueno Park
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Ueno Daibutsu
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SCAI The Bathhouse
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Inshotei
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Oto-Oto Ueno bamboo Garden
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Tokori Ueno Bamboo Garden
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Torimitsukuni Ueno
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Tokyo Sundubu Ueno-no-mori Sakura Terrace Branch
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Kinojiya
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Kurofunetei
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BINGO TACOS KITCHEN
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燒肉
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肉と酒 グリルハウス アメ横酒場 上野
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Ninja Experience Cafe Asakusa
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Sky Grill Buffet Musashi
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Sometarō
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Markets, malls and hidden boutiques
Tokyo National Museum Museum Shop
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Atre Ueno
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Ueno LOFT
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Ueno Marui
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GIFT KEISEI JAPANESE SOUVENIR Ueno Station Store
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Japanese souvenir store ~YOSHIKIRI~
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フリークマーケット
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フリークマーケット
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UENO YAMASAN No2
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MUSASHI JAPAN 合羽橋店 Knife & Sake Shop
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PEARL SEIWA
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Matsuzakaya Ueno Store
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Samurai
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HUB Ueno
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The Warrior Celt
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HUB Ueno Shinobazu St.
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Luke
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Music Bar Ten Years
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Shot Bar AI
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Barley Asakusa
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