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Tokyo Tales

Krit Chatwachirakul

24 Dec 2023

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Embark on a mesmerizing journey through Tokyo's vibrant art scene. Discover hidden gems, immerse in cultural wonders, and indulge in artistic masterpieces. Join me as I explore the city's captivating museums and galleries, unlocking the secrets of Tokyo's artistic soul.

Trip to Tokyo

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1Unleashing Infinity: Yayoi Kusama Museum & Samurai Sensations

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$32

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$ 2

Yayoi Kusama Museum

Annual exhibitions, lectures & events explore the life & work of a beloved avant-garde artist.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$13

12 - 15 min

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Directions

Samurai Museum

Samurai museum featuring costumes that can be worn by visitors, regular sword battles & more.

10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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$19

Day 2Whimsical Wonders: Ghibli Magic, Art Extravaganza, and Suntory Treasures

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$25

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$ 2

Ghibli Museum

Whimsical museum dedicated to the famed animation studio with a play area, theater & rooftop garden.

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$13

37 - 45 min

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Directions

The National Art Center, Tokyo

Large, modern venue presenting temporary exhibitions of Japanese & international art.

11:30 AM - 1:30 PM

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Free

12 - 17 min

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Suntory Museum of Art

Cozy museum showcasing special exhibitions of ornate lacquerware, textiles & paintings.

2:00 PM - 4:00 PM

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$13

Day 3Design Delights: 21_21 Vision, Mori Marvels, and Photographic Prowess

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$38

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$ 2

21_21 DESIGN SIGHT

Modern gallery showcasing contemporary Japanese design, with rotating exhibits & a museum shop.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$13

12 - 18 min

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Directions

Mori Art Museum

Art museum in the Mori Tower featuring a rotating exhibition of international contemporary artwork.

10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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$19

28 - 34 min

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Directions

Tokyo Photographic Art Museum

Museum of photography with a large collection of Japanese works as well as international images.

1:00 PM - 3:00 PM

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$6

Day 4Time Traveler's Paradise: Edo-Tokyo Tales and Modern Art Odyssey

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$20

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$ 2

Edo-Tokyo Museum

Major museum opened in 1993 & displaying artifacts from Tokyo's Edo period & one-off exhibits.

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$8

19 - 23 min

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The National Museum of Modern Art, Tokyo

Renovated 1969 gallery housing Japanese art created since the start of the Meiji period (1868).

11:30 AM - 2:30 PM

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$12

Day 5Western Wonders: Masterpieces from Afar and Contemporary Marvels

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$25

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$ 2

The National Museum of Western Art

Renoir, Van Gogh, Picasso & Monet are featured in this national western art museum opened in 1959.

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$12

22 - 27 min

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Directions

Museum of Contemporary Art Tokyo

Permanent & rotating collections of Japanese & international artists in a 1990s landmark building.

11:30 AM - 1:30 PM

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$13

Day 6Metropolitan Art Medley: Tokyo's Urban Canvas, Hills of Inspiration, and Teien Treasures

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$25

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$ 3

Tokyo Metropolitan Art Museum

Museum of fine art, sculpture & photography, with 6 exhibition halls, cafes & restaurants.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$13

24 - 29 min

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Roppongi Hills

Complex housing offices, restaurants & art museum, plus a skyscraper with a roof observation deck.

10:30 AM - 1:30 PM

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Free

12 - 15 min

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Directions

Tokyo Metropolitan Teien Art Museum

Art deco former residence of Prince Asaka, housing museum hosting temporary art exhibition program.

2:00 PM - 4:00 PM

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$13

Budget breakdown: $174 In total

Activities & Food:$163

Transport:$11