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These collections of samurai armor, ancient artifacts, and futuristic technology are sure to pique your interest.
One of Japan’s most beautiful and important katana is proving popular with history buffs and young ladies alike.
From elegant gardens to stoic shrines and museums of fine art, Tokyo is full of places to stimulate the mind, soothe the soul, and please the senses.
Giant statues, themed food, and exclusive merchandise are all part of the event at Roppongi Hills.
Special exhibition looks back on the amazing depictions of food in Studio Ghibli’s anime films.
Oopsie-poopsie! This science museum reminds us all of the importance of doing proper research.
Will the cute black cat receive the red carpet treatment or will he be refused entry at the door for not having a ticket?
Producer of Spirited Away and The Wind Rises wants to make exhibit as accessible as possible, offers partial rebates to advance ticket purchasers.
The official Ghibli Museum is closed for now, but look forward to a double dose of animated fun in July!
Slip into the Taisho Period of Japan’s past as you slip on a kimono from this unique part of the country’s history.
Want to get in to see the Catbus? Then the name on your passport better match the one on your ticket.
A special art exhibition dedicated to important people in the life of poet and painter Yumeji Takehisa (1884-1934) is currently underway in Tokyo.
Experience the samurai spirit first-hand with original swords and armour at the recently opened Samurai Museum.
Japan is full of national treasures, from beautiful nature spots to old architecture, but one of the most interesting classes of national treasures is the living kind. Masters of their crafts, these national treasures often represent the heights of Japanese arts — including doll making! But we’re not talking about G.I. Joe figures or Barbie dolls, we’re talking about works of art that look less like toys and more like real people frozen in time.
Goyo Hirata was exactly that kind of artist, and once you see some of his creations, you’ll agree that he was definitely deserving of the status of Living National Treasure. Though Hirata passed away in 1981, his work is still celebrated today and no less amazing.
Today (October 1) is Citizen’s Day in Tokyo, celebrating the independence and welfare of the area’s residents. And what better way to do that than by giving them free access to over 20 of Tokyo’s cultural attractions from museums to art galleries to gardens and even zoos.
Now, considering it’s Citizen’s Day you might be thinking that such a deal is only open to people living in Tokyo, but no! Anyone who can get out here today and today only can get free admission to the following places.
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