Tokyo National Museum | Hall of Fame | Main Building & Asian Gallery | Star Lecturer Professional Level Explanation
- Star Instructors | Professional explanations, clear context
- Immersive tour | Approximately 3 hours, in-depth interpretation of key exhibits
- Evolution of Japanese aesthetics × Historical background of Chinese stone Buddhist statues
What to expect
Echoes through a Thousand Years, Awakening Cultural Relics with Stories. Tokyo National Museum: This is Japan’s largest museum, located at the northern end of Ueno Park in Taito-ku, Tokyo. It consists of a two-story Japanese-style building, the Toyokan (Eastern Art Gallery) on the left, the Hyokeikan (Gallery of Horyuji Treasures) on the right, and the Gallery of Horyuji Treasures next to the main gate, with a total of 43 exhibition halls. Located at the northern end of Ueno Park in Taito-ku, Tokyo, it opened in 1872 and is Japan’s richest museum in terms of Chinese cultural relics, as well as an important landmark for the collection and display of cultural heritage in Japan and Asia. The Tokyo National Museum is the oldest museum in Japan, housing a unique and comprehensive collection of artworks and handicrafts from Japan and other parts of Asia, and providing information about Japanese culture and history. In case of temporary closure, we will contact you in advance to discuss changing the experience date. If you are unable to adjust your itinerary, we will process a full refund for you.
Available Sessions: ☆Morning Session 10:00-13:00 (Duration: 3h) ☆Afternoon Session 14:00-17:00 (Duration: 3h)
Overview of Explanation Order: Main Building [Japanese Cultural Relics]:
- Overview of Japanese historical process
- Jomon/Yayoi/Kofun/
- Asuka/Nara/Heian/
- Kamakura/Nanboku-cho/Muromachi
- Azuchi-Momoyama/Edo/Meiji Restoration
- Main Building National Treasure Gallery
- Tea Ceremony Utensils Gallery
- Japanese Samurai Armor Gallery
- Edo Life Utensils Gallery
- Ukiyo-e Gallery
Toyokan [Chinese Cultural Relics]: ★Chinese Stone Carved Buddhist Statues Gallery (Key Focus)
- Gandhara Sculpture Gallery
- Otani Expedition Gallery
- Egyptian Mummies
- Oracle Bone Inscriptions
- Bronze Ware
- Tang Sancai (Tri-color Glazed Pottery)
- Porcelain
- Han Dynasty Stone Reliefs
- Chinese Calligraphy and Painting
Note: The above exhibits are for reference only. Museum exhibits are subject to irregular adjustments and should be based on the actual exhibits on the day. Cancellations 7 days (inclusive) or more before departure: Full refund available. Cancellations 1-6 days before departure: 50% refund available. Cancellations on the day of departure or no-shows: No refund.
Reviews
A very professional and engaging tour guide. The storytelling was excellent. I'd love to hear him share more history about the Japan Pavilion if I get the chance.
Good to know
- This tour is a walking tour, please wear comfortable shoes and clothing.
- Photography is prohibited in some exhibition halls, please follow the staff's instructions.
- Please do not bring large luggage into the museum. Coin-operated lockers are available at the museum entrance for temporary storage.
- It is recommended to prepare drinking water in advance. There are also rest areas and cafes in the museum to replenish energy.
- In case of special exhibitions, tickets may need to be purchased additionally, and the guide will explain in advance.
- Audio guide devices will be distributed by the guide. Please keep them properly and return them after the tour.
- The museum is located in Ueno Park. After the tour, you can freely visit nearby attractions or stroll in the park.
- If there are many people, please follow the guide's instructions and maintain a quiet and orderly visiting pace.
- The air conditioning in the exhibition hall is strong, it is recommended to bring a light jacket. "Children under 16 years old need to purchase services with an adult to participate and cannot participate alone. In case of temporary closure, we will contact you in advance to negotiate a change of experience date. If you are unable to adjust your itinerary, we will process a full refund for you.
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