The National Museum of Modern Art, Tokyo is the only museum that offers at any time a comprehensive overview of modern and contemporary Japanese art. Over its 70-year history, it has amassed a collection of nearly 14,000 works. In addition to the collection exhibitions, we hold special shows three to four times a year to reflect current trends.  

Our exhibitions present the best of art culture and illustrate how modern and contemporary art has interacted with society and the times. In addition, we actively introduce artists and works that have rarely been exhibited before, such as works of women artists who are being reevaluated internationally.

Since museum is places where visitors interact with works of art, and where viewers interact with each other, our museum is also committed to enhancing the viewing experience. An interactive viewing program by guide staff is offered daily in Japanese, and a guided tour in English is provided two to four times a month. We also plan to share in our programs the charm of the 55-year-old building designed by Taniguchi Yoshiro.

Family Day: MOMAT for Kids, a childcare support program started in 2023, has been very popular. The number of international visitors has been increasing rapidly in recent years due to our museum’s location in Kitanomaru Park and its proximity to Marunouchi and the Imperial Palace. We believe it is necessary for us, as an art museum, to further address diversity, including those who have difficulty in viewing art, and we will make efforts to improve the viewing environment and further enhance our art education programs. We sincerely look forward to your visit and to serving you.

Komatsu Yayoi
Director
The National Museum of Modern Art, Tokyo