Takehisa Yumeji Museum

The Takehisa Yumeji Museum is an art museum in Tokyo dedicated to the Japanese painter Yumeji Takehisa and displays over 3,000 works. The collection includes paintings, prints, and original drawings that document his artistic development.

The museum was established in 1990 to preserve and display the artistic legacy of Yumeji Takehisa. Its creation came from the initiative of lawyer Takumi Kano, who wanted to honor the artist's life and work.

The collection shows how Japanese artists in the Taisho era absorbed Western styles while keeping their own traditions alive. Visitors can see this blend directly in the artworks on display, which document different artistic directions from this transition period.

The museum can be reached easily from Nezu Station and is located centrally in the Yayoi district. Visitors should check opening times before visiting, as they can vary depending on exhibitions and special closures.

The collection is regularly rotated, so visitors can see different artworks with each visit. This rotation allows people to discover different sides of the artist's work without needing to view everything at once.

Location: Yayoi

Inception: November 1990

Founders: Takumi Kano

Official opening: November 3, 1990

Website: https://yayoi-yumeji-museum.jp/yumeji/outline.html

GPS coordinates: 36.24783,139.73206

Latest update: December 8, 2025 20:00