Independent Administrative Institution National Museum

This museum comprises several exhibition buildings presenting Japanese and Asian art along with artifacts from different eras. The rooms are organized by thematic focus and chronological sections of regional art history.

The institution was formed in 2001 through an administrative reform that brought older state cultural facilities under a new organizational structure. The collections themselves date back in part to the 19th century.

Visitors find a collection of national treasures documenting the artistic heritage of Japan across centuries. Many exhibits show the close connection between traditional craft techniques and religious practices in the country.

The museum sits near several subway and train stations, making arrival straightforward. On Fridays and Saturdays the exhibition rooms remain open until 8:00 PM, allowing for evening visits as well.

The institution maintains a rotating system where delicate objects are regularly exchanged to protect them from light damage. This means visitors see different works from the extensive storage each time they return.

Inception: 2001

Website: http://nich.go.jp

GPS coordinates: 35.72000,139.77556

Latest update: December 5, 2025 22:25