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The best of Tokyo culture – art, music, theatre, film, TV and more
Best art exhibitions in Tokyo right now
What's on right now at Tokyo's most popular art museums and galleries
6 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
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
Takashi Murakami interview: 'I realised the importance of creating art that people truly want'
Japanese contemporary artist Takashi Murakami on adapting his craft for an international audience and the future of art in the digital age
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Most popular art events right now
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...
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...
The Boy and the Heron: Special Exhibition
The Boy and the Heron: Special Exhibition
Marking the release of director Hayao Miyazaki’s new film 'The Boy and the Heron' (also known as 'How do You Live?' in Japanese), the museum dedicated...
8th Yokohama Triennale
8th Yokohama Triennale
Yokohama’s premier celebration of the arts takes place every three years. Themed ‘Wild Grass: Our Lives’, the 2024 edition will centre on...
Perfect Camouflage: I Want to Be Art
Perfect Camouflage: I Want to Be Art
The 18th edition of Watari-Um's 'I Love Art' series explores the concept of self-camouflage. In an era when we are overloaded with so many things and ideas,...
Seed and Gundam Series exhibition
Seed and Gundam Series exhibition
Anime Station Tokyo is celebrating the latest addition to the ‘Gundam’ franchise by hosting a special ‘Mobile Suit Gundam Seed...
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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