The National Art Center, Tokyo

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Masterpieces of the Renaissance from the Musée du Louvre

Over 50 Louvre masterpieces trace 15th-16th century Renaissance art, including the Japan debut of Leonardo da Vinci's "Portrait of a Woman" (La Belle Ferronnière).

Now showing9 Sept – 13 Dec¥2,400

Shojo Manga Infinity: Moto Hagio, Ryoko Yamagishi, and Waki Yamato

A retrospective on three pioneering shojo-manga artists, tracing their careers from the late 1960s to today through original drawings and archival material.

Now showing28 Oct – 8 Feb 2027¥2,200

DIVA

The history of the diva from the 19th century to today, introducing about 100 singers and performers from opera, stage, film and popular music. Organized with the V&A and Sony Music Entertainment.

Upcoming24 Mar 2027 – 19 Jul 2027Free

Permanent Collections

The Building: Kisho Kurokawa's Wave-Glass Facade

Architect Kisho Kurokawa's final completed work: an undulating glass curtain wall and cone-shaped Art Commons space conceived as a "museum in a forest."

Permanent collectionFree

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Suntory Museum of Art

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21_21 DESIGN SIGHT

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Mori Art Museum

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Nezu Museum

Architecture11 min walk

Visitor Information

Is The National Art Center, Tokyo free to visit?

Yes, general admission to The National Art Center, Tokyo is free. Building and lobby entry is free; each special exhibition and artist-association show sells its own ticket (special exhibitions typically ¥2,000-2,400 for adults; artist-association shows around ¥1,000).. Some special exhibitions may charge a separate ticket, so check the museum's website before visiting.

What are the opening hours of The National Art Center, Tokyo?

The National Art Center, Tokyo is open Open daily except Tuesdays (10:00-18:00, Fri & Sat until 20:00 during special exhibitions; last admission 30 min before closing). If Tuesday is a national holiday, open that day and closed the following weekday instead. Closed over the New Year holiday period (exact dates vary by year).. Holiday hours can vary, so check the museum's website before you go.

Where is The National Art Center, Tokyo?

The National Art Center, Tokyo is located at 7-22-2 Roppongi, Minato-ku, Tokyo 106-8558, Japan, in the Roppongi area of Tokyo. The nearest stations are Nogizaka Station (Chiyoda Line, Exit 6 — direct connection), Roppongi Station (Hibiya Line / Toei Ōedo Line) and Aoyama-itchōme Station (Ginza / Hanzōmon / Ōedo Lines).

What can I see at The National Art Center, Tokyo?

Japan's largest exhibition space, a collection-free hub for blockbuster loans and public art shows under a wave-glass facade. Current highlights include DIVA, The Building: Kisho Kurokawa's Wave-Glass Facade and Masterpieces of the Renaissance from the Musée du Louvre.

Do I need to book The National Art Center, Tokyo in advance?

The National Art Center, Tokyo is free to enter and most days you can walk in. Building and lobby entry is free; each special exhibition and artist-association show sells its own ticket (special exhibitions typically ¥2,000-2,400 for adults; artist-association shows around ¥1,000).. For special exhibitions, weekends, and school holidays, booking a timed slot can help you skip queues. Check the museum's website for current requirements.

When is the best time to visit The National Art Center, Tokyo?

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.