National Museum of Western Art

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"Shōwa 100th": How Conservation and Restoration Evolved at the NMWA during the Shōwa Period — Van Gogh's Roses and Renoir's Woman with a Hat

Marking Japan's Shōwa centennial, this display traces conservation and restoration work at the NMWA from its 1959 founding through 1989.

Now showing30 Jun – 11 Jan 2027¥500

Picturing the Theater: From Delacroix and Daumier to Toulouse-Lautrec and Klinger

About 50 prints and drawings, plus three paintings, by 19 artists show how nineteenth-century Paris theatre, from Delacroix's Shakespeare to Toulouse-Lautrec's posters, entered art.

Now showing20 Oct – 11 Jan 2027¥500

Turner: Painting the Sublime, in Dialogue with Contemporary Art

A special exhibition placing J.M.W. Turner's work in dialogue with contemporary art, exploring the sublime in landscape and light.

Now showing24 Oct – 21 Feb 2027¥2,400

Matisse: The Poetry of Black and White

Prints and other works by Henri Matisse, drawn mainly from the Pierre and Tana Matisse Foundation collection, shown in the Special Exhibition Wing.

Upcoming20 Mar 2027 – 19 Jul 2027¥2,300

Permanent Collections

The Matsukata Collection

The museum's founding collection, assembled by industrialist Kojiro Matsukata, includes over 30 Monet paintings acquired directly from the artist at Giverny.

Permanent collection¥500

Le Corbusier's Main Building

The 1959 Main Building, designed by Le Corbusier with Kunio Maekawa and Junzo Sakakura, was inscribed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2016.

Permanent collection¥500

Nearby

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National Museum of Nature and Science

Natural History1 min walk

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Tokyo Metropolitan Art Museum

ArchitectureFree4 min walk

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Tokyo National Museum

Art5 min walk

Visitor Information

How much does National Museum of Western Art cost?

Standard adult admission to National Museum of Western Art is ¥500. College students ¥250; high-school age and under, seniors 65+, and disabled visitors free. Special exhibitions priced separately.. Prices for special exhibitions and timed-entry slots may differ.

What are the opening hours of National Museum of Western Art?

National Museum of Western Art is open Tue-Thu & Sun 9:30-17:30, Fri-Sat 9:30-20:00. Closed Mondays (open following weekday if Monday is a national holiday) and Dec 28-Jan 1. Free admission 2nd Sunday of every month, May 18, and Nov 3.. Holiday hours can vary, so check the museum's website before you go.

Where is National Museum of Western Art?

National Museum of Western Art is located at 7-7 Ueno-koen, Taito-ku, Tokyo 110-0007, Japan, in the Ueno Park area of Tokyo. The nearest stations are JR Ueno Station (Park Exit), Keisei Ueno Station and Ueno Station (Tokyo Metro Ginza/Hibiya Lines).

What can I see at National Museum of Western Art?

Japan's premier Western art museum in a Le Corbusier UNESCO World Heritage building in Ueno Park. Current highlights include Matisse: The Poetry of Black and White, Picturing the Theater: From Delacroix and Daumier to Toulouse-Lautrec and Klinger and The Matsukata Collection.

Do I need to book National Museum of Western Art 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 National Museum of Western Art?

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.