What's on right now at Tokyo's most popular art museums and galleries
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The best of Tokyo culture – art, music, theatre, film, TV and more
5 best exhibitions to see and things to do at the 8th Yokohama Triennale
One of Japan's longest running art festivals returns in 2024 with new and popular works by more than 90 artists
5 best art day trips from Tokyo
These destinations for art and museum lovers are less than two hours from Tokyo, with art by Yayoi Kusama and Rothko
The evolution of teamLab: from Tokyo digital art leader to global sensation
With the reopening of teamLab Borderless, the Tokyo-born art collective continues to revolutionise our experience with digital art
How to buy tickets to Tokyo's most popular museums and attractions
How to get tickets for Tokyo's most hyped museums and attractions such as the Ghibli Museum, Yayoi Kusama Museum, teamLab Planets and Tokyo Disney Resort
New and upcoming
Japanese artist Kenji Yanobe’s astronaut cats have appeared at Ginza Six
Yanobe's latest space-themed art installation, ‘Big Cat Bang’, pays homage to late contemporary artist Taro Okamoto
This touring Ghibli exhibition is now in Yokosuka, just outside of Tokyo
Explore the world of Ghibli and its iconic characters at the Toshio Suzuki and Ghibli Exhibition in Yokosuka Museum of Art
Japan's largest open-air art festival Echigo-Tsumari Art Field is back this year
Here’s why the triennial outdoor art festival is worth a special pilgrimage to rural Niigata
The Museum of Roadside Art in Tokyo has a bizarre collection of kitschy art and love dolls
Bulgari Serpenti Sparkle is an interactive installation, where you can change its colours with your smartphone
Most popular art events right now
Oscar Oiwa: Oil Octopus in the Era of Turbulent Currents
Oscar Oiwa: Oil Octopus in the Era of Turbulent Currents
Brazilian-American visual artist Oscar Oiwa is returning to Tokyo with a solo exhibition at Shibuya Hikarie. Oiwa is known for his unique way of expressing...
Galaxy & teamLab: Catching and Collecting in the Dinosaur Forest
Galaxy & teamLab: Catching and Collecting in the Dinosaur Forest
Step into an enchanted digital forest in this collaborative exhibition between teamLab and Galaxy. Now in its third iteration, the interactive experience is...
MUCA: Icons of Urban Art
MUCA: Icons of Urban Art
Opened in 2016 in Munich, the Museum of Urban and Contemporary Art (MUCA) holds one of Europe’s foremost collections of urban-inspired contemporary...
Henri Matisse: Forms in Freedom
Henri Matisse: Forms in Freedom
Renowned 20th-century master Henri Matisse (1869-1954), though best known as a painter, was a true multimedia artist whose creativity also...
Tokyo Contemporary Art Award 2022-2024 Exhibition
Tokyo Contemporary Art Award 2022-2024 Exhibition
The Tokyo Contemporary Art Award, established in 2018, is a prize intended to encourage mid-career artists to make further breakthroughs in their work by...
Tokyo Modernism 2024: Furniture, Architecture and Design
Tokyo Modernism 2024: Furniture, Architecture and Design
The mid-century modern (MCM) aesthetic, most commonly associated with the work of Charles and Ray Eames, emerged in the years following WW2 and thrived from...
The best art in Tokyo
Best art museums in Tokyo
Best art museums in Tokyo
Our picks for the best art museums in Tokyo, from traditional Japanese paintings to Renaissance classics and contemporary works
Best contemporary art galleries in Tokyo
Best contemporary art galleries in Tokyo
Art in Tokyo extends beyond the museums. Find art by established and up-and-coming artists at these influential galleries
The top spots to see graffiti and street art in Tokyo
The top spots to see graffiti and street art in Tokyo
From back-alley walls to building facades, these outdoor spots feature the city’s best street art and graffiti
The best of Yokohama art scene
The best of Yokohama art scene
The top galleries, art venues and exhibitions spaces you should not miss in Yokohama
Best public art sculptures in Tokyo
Best public art sculptures in Tokyo
Besides Tokyo's art museums and galleries, the city also boasts many art pieces that are free to see out in the open
Best things to do in Tokyo for photography lovers
Best things to do in Tokyo for photography lovers
Want to find some photographic inspiration while you’re in Tokyo? Put these galleries, museum, speciality shops and darkroom on your list
Film & TV
Best Japanese movies and series with English subtitles on Netflix
Binge-worthy, locally produced titles to add to your watch list
The best documentaries about Japanese food
Learn about the history, flavours and techniques of Japanese cooking with Anthony Bourdain, David Chang, Niki Nakayama, Jiro Ono and more
10 best Studio Ghibli films
Spoiler: it’s not all about Miyazaki
Best anime of the Heisei era
The Heisei era saw big developments in animation, evolving from hand-drawn works to cutting-edge computer graphics
The best of the Tokyo music scene
Best live music venues in Tokyo
Tokyo has one of the most exciting local music scenes in the world, with top-notch talents on display any night of the week
Best jazz bars in Tokyo
Tokyo is Asia's jazz capital, with great shows taking place daily in tiny bars and mega-clubs
Best music bars in Tokyo
A laidback drinking experience, music bars are known for their curated playlists and extensive vinyl collections
Best record stores with bars in Tokyo
Vinyl records and good drinks go hand in hand. Here are the best record stores with bars in Tokyo