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Public reactions to redevelopment plan for Japan’s largest collection of historically significant artwork has been less than positive.
Museum wants to show you what Nintendo’s video game stars looked like before they every showed up your screen.
Installations are high-concept enough for deep-thinkers, beautiful enough for anyone to enjoy.
Historic Edo-period buildings, modern art, and secret doors all feature in a unique adventure.
Less than an hour from downtown Tokyo, this neighborhood with a rich bonsai history is a beautiful spot for a little miniature tranquility.
Customers buying certain items have apparently been being overcharged ever since the museum opened, partial refunds now being offered.
Legendary ukiyo-e and mythological icons part of the collaboration between New Era and the Tokyo National Museum.
These reimagined woodblock prints beautifully blend traditional culture and modern technology.
Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology discusses project with Evangelion creator Hideaki Anno.
The newest Pokémon manhole cover is also the first to feature the classic Nintendo hardware, but not everyone will get to see it.
Mario creator Shigeru Miyamoto gives up a sneak peek at the Kyoto video game museum that’s set to open before the end of the year.
Advance tickets are absolutely required and tough to get for Tokyo’s Ghibli Museum, but on certain summer days there’s a special event for the ticketless too.
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