🏛 TOKYO NATIONAL MUSEUM — The Heart of Japanese Art & Culture

#tokyospots If you love art, history, or Japanese culture, Tokyo National Museum (東京国立博物館) in Ueno Park is one place you simply can’t miss. It’s not only the oldest museum in Japan but also the largest, housing over 100,000 artifacts that tell the story of Japan’s artistic and cultural evolution — from ancient pottery and samurai armor to exquisite scroll paintings and delicate kimonos. Each exhibition building has its own theme: • Honkan – Japanese Art Gallery (must-see for first-time visitors) • Toyokan – Art and archaeology from across Asia • Heiseikan – Special exhibitions and cultural showcases • Hyokeikan & Gallery of Horyuji Treasures – Historical and religious artifacts 🚇 How to Get There 📍 Address: 13-9 Uenokoen, Taito-ku, Tokyo 110-8712 • By JR Line: 10-minute walk from Ueno Station (JR Yamanote / Keihin-Tohoku Line) • By Tokyo Metro: 10-minute walk from Ueno Station (Ginza Line or Hibiya Line) • By Keisei Line: 10-minute walk from Keisei Ueno Station The museum is located inside Ueno Park, just follow the signs and you’ll find it easily.