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How much does Tokyo National Museum cost?

Standard adult admission to Tokyo National Museum is £1000. University students ¥500; under-18, over-70, and visitors with disabilities (plus one attendant) free with ID. Special exhibitions have separate, higher pricing.. Prices for special exhibitions and timed-entry slots may differ.

What are the opening hours of Tokyo National Museum?

Tokyo National Museum is open Tue-Sun 9:30am-5pm (last admission 30 min before close); open until 8pm on Fridays and Saturdays. Closed Mondays, except the museum opens on a holiday Monday and closes the following weekday instead. Closed for year-end at 2026-12-26 to 2026-12-31.. Holiday hours can vary, so check the museum's website before you go.

Where is Tokyo National Museum?

Tokyo National Museum is located at 13-9 Ueno Park, Taito-ku, Tokyo, 110-8712, Japan, in the Ueno area of Tokyo. The nearest stations are JR Ueno Station, Tokyo Metro Ueno Station (Ginza/Hibiya Lines), Keisei Ueno Station.

What can I see at Tokyo National Museum?

Japans ältestes und größtes Museum mit 89 Nationalschätzen und den antiken Tempelreliquien von Horyuji. Current highlights include Farbenfrohes Asien: Eine Reise durch Asien im Tokyo National Museum (Colorful Asia: Journey through Asia at Tokyo National Museum), Hiroshige: Neue Perspektiven auf Japan der Edo-Zeit (Hiroshige: New Perspectives on Edo Japan), Neverending Journeys: FINAL FANTASY 40th Anniversary Exhibition.

Do I need to book Tokyo National Museum in advance?

Booking ahead is recommended, especially for weekends, school holidays, and special exhibitions. Tickets are normally on the museum's website, and a pre-booked timed slot helps you avoid queues at the entrance.

When is the best time to visit Tokyo National Museum?

Weekday mornings shortly after opening are typically the quietest, especially mid-week. Late afternoons can also be calmer. Weekends, school holidays, and the lunch rush are the busiest periods.