Tokyo Station Gallery: Art Within a Landmark
Discover art and history within Tokyo Station's iconic red-brick Marunouchi building, showcasing rotating exhibitions and architectural heritage.
The Tokyo Station Gallery, established in 1988, resides within the iconic red-brick Marunouchi building of Tokyo Station. Designed by architect Tatsuno Kingo, the station blends Western neo-Baroque influences with Japanese design. The gallery itself is known for its brick-walled exhibition rooms that expose the station's original structure. The gallery temporarily closed in 2006 for station restoration and reopened in 2012. Today, it hosts approximately five exhibitions annually, focusing on modern art, railway history, architecture, and design. The gallery aims to connect people through art, offering a unique cultural experience within a transportation hub. Visitors can view the transition between the original and restored structures in the staircase area, observing the different wall materials on the third floor. The stained glass and chandelier in the staircase have been in use since the gallery opened in 1988 and were relocated from the gallery's previous location.
Local tips
- Check the gallery's website for current exhibitions and events before your visit.
- Visit during weekday mornings to avoid crowds.
- Friday evenings offer extended hours until 8 PM.
- Note that the gallery is closed on Mondays, during New Year's holidays, and between exhibitions.
A brief summary to Tokyo Station Gallery
- 1 Chome-9-1 Marunouchi, Chiyoda City, 1 Chome Marunouchi, Tokyo, 100-0005, JP
- +813-3212-2485
- 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
Getting There
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Walking
The Tokyo Station Gallery is located inside Tokyo Station's Marunouchi North Exit. From within Tokyo Station, follow signs for the Marunouchi North Exit. Once you exit the ticket gates, the gallery entrance is nearby.
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Public Transport
Arriving by Tokyo Metro, exit at Tokyo Station (M17) on the Marunouchi Line. Follow signs to the Marunouchi North Exit and Exit M12. Take the stairs at Exit M12 to ground level. Enter the JR Tokyo Station Marunouchi North Dome; the gallery entrance is on your left. Subway fares range from ¥180 to ¥330 depending on the distance. A one-day pass for Tokyo Metro is ¥700.
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Taxi
Taxis are readily available at Tokyo Station. The gallery is located within the station, so no additional travel is needed once you arrive at the station taxi stand. Taxi fares in Tokyo start at ¥730 for the first two kilometers, with an additional ¥320 per kilometer thereafter. A short taxi ride within the central Tokyo area typically costs between ¥730 and ¥1500.
