Tokyo National Museum
Museum type :
Art museum

Established in :
1872

Holidays :
Tuesdays

Visiting Hours :
10:00Am to 5:00Pm

Contact No :
+81 3-3822-1111

Location :
Tokyo , Japan

Display Objects :

The museum collects, houses, and preserves a comprehensive collection of art works and archaeological objects of Asia, focusing on Japan.

The museum holds over 110,000 objects, which includes 87 Japanese National Treasure holdings and 610 Important Cultural Property holdings (as of July 2005).




Description :

The Tokyo National Museum is the oldest and largest of Japan's national museums. It was founded in 1872 and is located in Ueno Park in Tokyo, Japan. The museum houses a wide range of art and artifacts from Japan as well as other parts of Asia. The museum's collections include over 110,000 objects, including pottery, sculptures, paintings, calligraphy, archaeological artifacts, and other items of historical and cultural importance. The Tokyo National Museum is divided into six sections: Japanese Archaeology, Japanese Fine Arts, Japanese Crafts, East Asian Archaeology, East Asian Painting and Calligraphy, and East Asian Art Crafts.

Each section contains numerous exhibits, many of which are rotated on a regular basis. The museum also houses an impressive library, a lecture hall, and a gift shop. Additionally, the museum is home to an extensive research center, which is open to both scholars and the general public. The Tokyo National Museum also hosts a number of special events and exhibitions throughout the year. These include lectures, workshops, and festivals, which are free and open to the public. Additionally, the museum offers a range of educational programs for students, teachers, and families. These include guided tours, seminars, and hands-on activities.