The National Museum of Modern Art, Tokyo

The National Museum of Modern Art, Tokyo

4.3 (200)・Tourist Attraction・Museum・Point Of Interest・Establishment

The National Museum of Modern Art, often called MOMAT, is a great place to see modern art in Japan. Opened in 1952, it holds an amazing collection of artworks from the 20th century onwards. You can find paintings, sculptures, prints, and photographs by both Japanese and international artists.

The museum is located near the Imperial Palace, giving visitors a chance to enjoy both art and history in one visit. The MOMAT collection includes works by famous artists like Yasuo Kuniyoshi and Léonard Foujita. The museum not only showcases art but also hosts special exhibitions and educational programs for all ages.

One of its main features is the Craft Gallery, which displays traditional Japanese crafts. The building itself is modern and spacious, making it easy to explore the different exhibits. The museum shop offers a variety of art books and souvenirs, and the café is a perfect spot to relax after viewing the exhibits.

Hours

Monday: Closed

Tuesday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Wednesday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Thursday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Friday: 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM

Saturday: 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM

Sunday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Phone

+81 50-5541-8600

Website

www.momat.go.jp

The area

Address

3-1 Kitanomarukōen, Chiyoda City, Tokyo 102-0091, Japan

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What other travelers are saying about The National Museum of Modern Art, Tokyo

Good collection at the Momat for just 500 yen admission. If you want exhibitions you pay extra admission. Depends on the exhibition if you are interested. Standard collection interesting but have been to more exciting Moma's

Geert van Offeren

Oct 6, 2024

Had a really good time here. Went to the general exhibition which was I think 500 yen and spent several hours going through it. Amazing value! Even for to see a piece from Picasso and Pollock.

Daniel Santos

Aug 21, 2024

We visited the permanent collection only (¥500 adult, ¥0 70 and over), and was pretty impressed with the display. Of note was the smart interps on level 4, where additional notes or items were added to each an artwork (see pictures). Sadly this wasn’t continued through the other floors of the museum. It would be awesome it is was.

Steve Kyne

Aug 16, 2024

Haven’t left a review in a while but this place makes my blood boiling. My recommendation is don’t come and don’t pay to come to a place like this. The museum's exhibition on Japanese wartime paintings description downplayed so much of the suffering of the people Japan invaded. glorifying the supposed prosperity under Japanese rule, downplaying and omitting the severe atrocities committed. Only focus on military activities and the Japanese perspective, neglecting the harsh realities faced by the occupied populations and their resistance efforts. The portrayal of the Greater East Asia Co-Prosperity Sphere lacks critical examination of its imperialistic and propagandistic nature, only gives you an unfair and sanitized depiction of Japan's actions during World War II.

Gordon Fu

Jun 13, 2024

Excellent and diverse. A nice mix of Japanese artists and western artists. The Trio exhibition was a lovely collection. The permanent collection had a wide variety, great prompts to look at the art.