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Tokyo National Museum

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Tokyo National Museum 創立於 1872 年,是日本歷史最悠久的國立博物館,亦收藏全國規模最大的日本及亞洲藝術藏品。館藏分布於上野公園內多座建築,包括 Honkan(日本藝術)、Toyokan(亞洲藝術)、Heiseikan(考古及特別展覽)及 Gallery of Horyuji Treasures,合共約 120,000 件藏品,其中包括 89 件國寶及 649 件重要文化財。館藏涵蓋繩文時代陶器、佛教雕塑、武士刀,以及江戶時代浮世繪版畫。

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Getting there

13-9 Ueno Park, Taito-ku, Tokyo, 110-8712, Japan

Nearest station: JR Ueno Station, Tokyo Metro Ueno Station (Ginza/Hibiya Lines), Keisei Ueno Station

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Hours

MonClosed
Tue09:30–17:00
Wed09:30–17:00
ThuToday09:30–17:00
Fri09:30–20:00
Sat09:30–20:00
Sun09:30–17:00

Admission

From £1000

University students ¥500; under-18, over-70, and visitors with disabilities (plus one attendant) free with ID. Special exhibitions have separate, higher pricing.

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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?
日本歷史最悠久、規模最大的博物館,收藏 89 件國寶及法隆寺的古代寺院文物。 Current highlights include Colorful Asia: Journey through Asia at Tokyo National Museum, Hiroshige:江戶日本的新視角 (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.

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