Let’s Talk Art!
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What is “Let’s Talk Art!”? (2019～2020)
Enjoy a cross-cultural experience while exploring masterpieces of modern Japanese art!
A unique program Let’s Talk Art! offers the perfect opportunity to enjoy modern Japanese masterpieces from the 20th century at Japan’s first national art museum located in central Tokyo, near the Imperial Palace.
It’s not just listening to information; you can enjoy artwork while having a delightful conversation with other international participants as well as the facilitator. After exploring three works for one hour, you will be more familiar with Japanese art and culture than ever before!
Don’t miss it!
* This program is designed for international visitors aged 11 and over
Time and Date
6:30 PM－7:30 PM every Friday
How to join
- Pre-registration necessary, up to 6 participants per session
- Participation fee: 1,000 yen
Let’s Talk Art! (2023.11～2025.6)
Since November 2023, when in-gallery programs resumed for the first time following the pandemic, we’ve redesigned the program to accommodate more participants, targeting overseas tourists.
Time and Date
From 10:30 am and 12 pm on the following dates:
April 24
May 15 and 28
June 4 and 12
*The above dates are for reference only.
How to join
- Meeting Point: 4th floor elevator hall
- Duration: about 30 minutes
*Advance reservation not required.
*Free with Museum admission.
Watch a 30-minute program in 4 minutes!
Let‘s Talk Art! Online (2021～2023)
A unique program “Let’s Talk Art! Online” offers the perfect opportunity to enjoy masterpieces of Japanese modern art. It’s not just listening to information; you can enjoy artwork while having a delightful conversation with other international participants as well as the facilitator.
After exploring three works for one hour, you will be more familiar with Japanese art and culture than ever before. Don’t miss it!
Time and Date (JST/GMT+9):
Wed. 10:30AM – 11:50AM | Dec 7 and 21, Jan 18, Feb 1 and 15, Mar 1 and 15
Sat. 4:30PM – 5:50PM | Dec 17, Jan 14 and 28, Feb 11 and 25, Mar 11
*Dates above were as of 2022.
How to join
- Fee: JPY1,000
- Duration: Approximately 80 mins
- Capacity: Up to 6 people per session
- Platform: Via Zoom
- Reserve on Viator
Program schedule:
10:30AM／4:30PM Check-in & Introduction
10:45AM／4:45PM Program starts
11:45AM／5:45PM Summary & Questionnaire
11:50AM／5:50PM Program ends
Notes:
*All times specified are in Japan Standard Time (GMT +9:00). Please check your time zone.
*This is an online program. Please join Zoom at the time the program starts. The invitation URL will be sent after your reservation is confirmed.
*Please prepare a computer or tablet with web camera and microphone.
*Participants aged under 12 years old are suggested to join the program with a guardian.
*Participants are NOT allowed to record the program in any capacity.
*This program is designed for international visitors.
Cancellation policy:
*Cancellation is possible up to 24 hours before each session.
*Latecomers can neither participate in the session nor get refunds.
Virtual LTA! (Filmed in 2020～2021)
Catch a glimpse of the art exploring program on YouTube!
“Virtual LTA!” is a special opportunity to enjoy cross-cultural conversation with Japanese modern art at home. In each video, you will hear fruitful conversation on art masterpieces from our collection among diverse participants.
Watch now and get novel viewpoints for appreciating art from delightful art discussion among diverse participants.
Have an adventure with us!