The Ueno Royal Museum

The Ueno Royal Museum

The Tokyo audio-guided tour presents you with the Ueno Royal Museum, the most recent of the park, opened in 1972, and the only one managed by a private structure.

A museum of temporary exhibitions

Managed by the Japan Art Association, the oldest art association of Japan, the Ueno Royal Museum does not present a permanent collection, but temporary and thematic exhibitions. One discovers there notably paintings and sculptures of the twentieth century or earlier periods, from Japan, the East or the West. Its programme, constantly renewed, makes it a lively and varied place.

What there is to see

As the museum presents only temporary exhibitions, it is best to inquire about the current exhibition before the visit. One can discover there Japanese or international works, old or more recent, according to the programme. It is a distinct cultural place in Ueno Park, ideal for art lovers in search of novelties.

Practical information

The Ueno Royal Museum is in Ueno Park, in Tokyo. Presenting only temporary exhibitions, it can be visited according to its own programme and hours, liable to vary. It is advisable to inquire about the current exhibition and the conditions of access before the visit.

When did the Ueno Royal Museum open?

In 1972; it is the most recent museum of Ueno Park and the only one managed by a private structure, the Japan Art Association.

What does the Ueno Royal Museum present?

Temporary and thematic exhibitions of paintings and sculptures, Japanese or international, without permanent collection.