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Current and upcoming exhibitions, with their own closure rules.

A source-checked selection from 94 institutions, not a complete national calendar. An exhibition period does not mean the venue opens every day.

Includes special exhibitions, public association shows and gallery themes. Concurrent displays may share one admission ticket.

Check researched dates through March 2027 → · Museum guides →

Month filtering uses announced exhibition periods, not daily availability. Shows with an unannounced end date appear only under “All announced months”.

Ibaraki · Ibaraki Ceramic Art Museum, Gallery 1

Collection and New Acquisitions

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Explore ceramics and crafts newly added to the collection.

Verified dates, excluding closures, also appear in the daily calendar. Check admission and booking conditions.

Closed: Normally Mondays. Additional confirmed closures 2026-11-04, 2026-11-24. Open exceptions 2026-11-02, 2026-11-23.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Normally Mondays. Additional confirmed closures 2026-11-04, 2026-11-24. Open exceptions 2026-11-02, 2026-11-23.

Closed Mondays, or the next weekday after a holiday Monday. Open Nov 2 and closed Nov 4, 2026. Extra closure Dec 25–27, followed by the regular Dec 28 closure and Dec 29–Jan 1 holidays. Gallery 1 only is closed Nov 30–Feb 9. 09:30–17:00; last entry 16:30. Adults ¥360; ages 70+ ¥180; high-school students etc. ¥290; elementary/junior-high ¥180. Also included with a special-exhibition ticket. Individual booking requirements are unconfirmed. Groups of 20+ should telephone in advance. Check separate rules for loan-gallery displays.

Daily-calendar verification: 2026-11-01–2026-11-29

Checked: 2026-11-06 · English is an editorial translation.

Shizuoka · Hamamatsu Museum of Musical Instruments

Java and Bali: Indonesia’s Spirit Woven through Diverse Musical Instruments

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Discover Indonesian music and culture through instruments from Java and Bali.

Verified dates, excluding closures and exhibition suspensions, appear in the daily calendar. Check admission and reservation conditions.

Closed: Closed second/fourth Wednesdays, or the following day when a public holiday; no regular August closure. Maintenance/extra closures may occur. Closed December 29, 2026–January 3, 2027; reopens January 4 at 09:30.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Closed second/fourth Wednesdays, or the following day when a public holiday; no regular August closure. Maintenance/extra closures may occur. Closed December 29, 2026–January 3, 2027; reopens January 4 at 09:30.

09:30–17:00. A separate last-entry cutoff was not verified. Included in admission: adults ¥800, high-school students ¥400, junior-high and younger and ages 70+ free. Admission is free November 3, 2026. No mandatory advance booking is stated for ordinary entry. Group reservations require an application by fax and confirmation from the museum. Closed second/fourth Wednesdays, or the following day when a public holiday; no regular August closure. Maintenance/extra closures may occur. Closed December 29, 2026–January 3, 2027; reopens January 4 at 09:30. Disability-certificate holders and one necessary assistant also enter free.

Included in ordinary admission. Closed November 11 and 25. Related concerts may use separate venues and tickets and are not part of ordinary exhibition admission. Disability-certificate holders and one necessary assistant also enter free.

Museum exhibition rooms; the official detail does not specify an individual room or floor.

Daily-calendar verification: 2026-11-01–2026-12-08

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Fukushima · Kiyoshi Saito Museum of Art, Yanaizu

30th Anniversary Prelude 2: Connection ⇔ Collection

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Explore the people who loved Kiyoshi Saito and the connections that shaped the collection. November features chapter 2.

An announced exhibition period. Daily opening conditions are not verified, so it is not added to the daily calendar.

Closed: Normally Mondays.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Normally Mondays.

Entire museum closed Nov 24, 2026–Apr 2, 2027 for air-conditioning work. This building closure is separate from website maintenance begun Oct 22. The regular closure rule was not reverified in this pass. Previously published regular hours are 09:00–16:30, last entry 16:00; not reverified in this pass. Admission prices could not be reverified from current primary sources. General booking requirements are unconfirmed.

Checked: 2026-11-06 · English is an editorial translation.

Kyoto · Kyoto Shibori Museum

Hokusai Masterpieces in Kyoto Shibori

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See two monumental silk partition curtains interpreting Hokusai’s Great Wave and Red Fuji through Kyoto kanoko shibori.

Verified dates, excluding closures and exhibition suspensions, appear in the daily calendar. Check admission and reservation conditions.

Closed: This exhibition is closed Sundays. The general visitor guide also lists irregular, Obon and New Year closures. No additional November closure was verified; check official notices before visiting. Displays after November have not been announced.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: This exhibition is closed Sundays. The general visitor guide also lists irregular, Obon and New Year closures. No additional November closure was verified; check official notices before visiting. Displays after November have not been announced.

09:00–17:00. A separate last-admission time was not verified. Adults ¥1,000; junior/senior-high students ¥500; elementary pupils ¥300. Disability-certificate holders and one companion receive half-price admission. No advance reservation requirement is stated for exhibition viewing. Shibori workshops have a separate booking process. Closed Sundays. Daily dates follow this exhibition’s published run and Sunday closure. Check for irregular-closure notices before visiting. Displays after November have not been announced.

Museum exhibition at Kyoto Shibori Museum, distinct from its separately booked workshops.

Daily-calendar verification: 2026-11-01–2026-11-30

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Ibaraki · Ibaraki Ceramic Art Museum, Gallery 2

National Museum Collection Plus: Modern European Crafts and Design

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Explore modern European craft through glass, ceramics and furniture.

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Closed: Normally Mondays. Additional confirmed closures 2026-11-04, 2026-11-24. Open exceptions 2026-11-02, 2026-11-23.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Normally Mondays. Additional confirmed closures 2026-11-04, 2026-11-24. Open exceptions 2026-11-02, 2026-11-23.

Closed Mondays, or the next weekday after a holiday Monday. Open Nov 2 and closed Nov 4, 2026. Extra closure Dec 25–27, followed by the regular Dec 28 closure and Dec 29–Jan 1 holidays. Gallery 1 only is closed Nov 30–Feb 9. 09:30–17:00; last entry 16:30. Adults ¥360; ages 70+ ¥180; high-school students etc. ¥290; elementary/junior-high ¥180. Also included with a special-exhibition ticket. Individual booking requirements are unconfirmed. Groups of 20+ should telephone in advance. Check separate rules for loan-gallery displays.

Daily-calendar verification: 2026-11-01–2026-12-24

Checked: 2026-11-06 · English is an editorial translation.

The white timber facade and clock tower of the Former Nishitagawa District Office at Chido Museum, behind spring cherry blossoms, a road with vehicles and a small passerby, and a moat. Photographed on 13 April 2024.
Venue reference · not the exhibition

Historical museum-site reference: the Former Nishitagawa District Office at Chido Museum with spring cherry blossoms on 13 April 2024. This exhibition is in the separate Art Exhibition Hall. Not a photograph of this exhibition’s displays or current conditions.

Capture date (source): 2024-04-13

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Yamagata · Chido Museum, Tsuruoka

A Tiny World: The Yumiko Kawauchi Collection, Over 20,000 Miniatures on Display

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Explore the precision of miniature making through a large collection including tiny doll accessories.

Verified dates, excluding closures and exhibition suspensions, appear in the daily calendar. Check admission and reservation conditions.

Closed: Closed Wednesdays and December 28, 2026–January 6, 2027. The annual calendar and dated exhibition notice override the generic January 4 end of the New Year break.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Closed Wednesdays and December 28, 2026–January 6, 2027. The annual calendar and dated exhibition notice override the generic January 4 end of the New Year break.

March–November 09:00–17:00, last entry 16:30; December–February 09:00–16:30, last entry 16:00. Adults ¥1,000; high-school/university students ¥400; elementary/junior-high students ¥300. Includes permanent buildings and garden. No mandatory advance booking is stated for ordinary admission. Enquire about groups or guidance at 0235-22-1199 or through the official contact form. Closed Wednesdays. Elementary/junior-high students enter free on Saturdays, Sundays and public holidays from October 1 within this exhibition period. Disability-certificate holders (Mirairo ID accepted) and one accompanying person receive half-price admission.

Closed Wednesdays. The permanent antique miniature tableware display is separate and does not inherit this exhibition’s end date. Elementary/junior-high students enter free on Saturdays, Sundays and public holidays from October 1 within this exhibition period.

Chido Museum, Art Exhibition Hall.

Daily-calendar verification: 2026-11-01–2026-11-16

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Tochigi · Mashiko Museum of Ceramic Art

Issei Ezaki, Shoji Kamoda and Togaku Mori, 1969–71: Ceramics in Transformation

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Trace three ceramic artists at a decisive moment of experimentation.

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Closed: Normally Mondays. Additional confirmed closures 2026-11-04, 2026-11-24. Open exceptions 2026-11-02, 2026-11-23.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Normally Mondays. Additional confirmed closures 2026-11-04, 2026-11-24. Open exceptions 2026-11-02, 2026-11-23.

Closed Mondays, or the following day if a holiday. Open Nov 2 and closed Nov 4, 2026. Closed Nov 30–Dec 12 and Dec 26, 2026–Jan 2, 2027. Feb–Nov 09:30–17:00; Dec–Jan 09:30–16:30. Last entry 30 minutes before closing. Regular admission: adults/high-school and older ¥600, ages 65+ ¥300, elementary/junior-high ¥300. Special exhibitions may differ. General-admission reservation requirements are not stated in the checked pages; related events have separate rules.

Daily-calendar verification: 2026-11-01–2026-11-29

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Tochigi · Mashiko Museum of Ceramic Art, second-floor gallery

Hiroshi Seto

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Pair the main exhibition with a focused display of Hiroshi Seto upstairs.

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Closed: Normally Mondays. Additional confirmed closures 2026-11-04, 2026-11-24. Open exceptions 2026-11-02, 2026-11-23.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Normally Mondays. Additional confirmed closures 2026-11-04, 2026-11-24. Open exceptions 2026-11-02, 2026-11-23.

Closed Mondays, or the following day if a holiday. Open Nov 2 and closed Nov 4, 2026. Closed Nov 30–Dec 12 and Dec 26, 2026–Jan 2, 2027. Feb–Nov 09:30–17:00; Dec–Jan 09:30–16:30. Last entry 30 minutes before closing. Regular admission: adults/high-school and older ¥600, ages 65+ ¥300, elementary/junior-high ¥300. Special exhibitions may differ. General-admission reservation requirements are not stated in the checked pages; related events have separate rules.

Daily-calendar verification: 2026-11-01–2026-11-29

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Kagoshima · Shoko Shuseikan Museum

190 Years Since Satsuma’s 250-Year Debt Repayment Plan

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An autumn display using repayment ledgers and Shimazu family objects to explore Satsuma’s finances.

Verified dates, excluding closures and exhibition suspensions, appear in the daily calendar. Check admission and reservation conditions.

Closed: No weekly closing day. Closed on March’s first Sunday for Kagoshima Marathon traffic restrictions: 7 March 2027 by this rule.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: No weekly closing day. Closed on March’s first Sunday for Kagoshima Marathon traffic restrictions: 7 March 2027 by this rule.

09:00–17:00; exceptional circumstances may shorten hours. Combined Sengan-en ticket: adults ¥1,600 (web ¥1,500), elementary through high-school students ¥800 (web ¥750). Buy at Sengan-en reception or online and show the ticket at the museum. Advance bus-group booking recommended. No regular closure falls within the exhibition.

No regular closure falls within this exhibition. Buy the combined ticket at Sengan-en reception or online and present it at entry. No subsequent winter exhibition was found announced.

Shoko Shuseikan, temporary exhibition room.

Daily-calendar verification: 2026-11-01–2026-11-29

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Curved glass façade detail at The National Art Center, Tokyo, with repeating glass sunshades and supports.
Venue reference · not the exhibition

Detail of the curved glass façade at The National Art Center, Tokyo, photographed on 1 June 2024. A historical venue reference, not an exhibition view, an interior room or current event conditions.

Capture date (source): 2024-06-01

Photo: Rob Oo · Source · CC BY 4.0

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Tokyo · The National Art Center, Tokyo

The Louvre: Renaissance

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Explore the richness of Renaissance art through works from the Louvre.

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Closed: Normally Tuesdays. Additional confirmed closures 2026-11-04. Open exceptions 2026-09-22, 2026-11-03, 2026-12-08.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Normally Tuesdays. Additional confirmed closures 2026-11-04. Open exceptions 2026-09-22, 2026-11-03, 2026-12-08.

10:00–18:00; Fridays/Saturdays and Dec 7–12 until 20:00; last entry 30 minutes before closing. Adults ¥2,400, university ¥1,400, high school ¥1,000. No timed booking through Dec 6. Timed tickets required Dec 7–13; availability must be checked.

Daily-calendar verification: 2026-11-01–2026-12-13

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Osaka · National Museum of Ethnology (Minpaku)

The Torres Strait (Zenadth Kes) and Japan: Connections and History Through the Ohshima George Photograph Collection

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Explore Torres Strait life and connections with Japan through research photographs from the 1970s.

Verified dates, excluding closures and exhibition suspensions, appear in the daily calendar. Check admission and reservation conditions.

Closed: Closed Wednesdays, or the next weekday when Wednesday is a holiday; also December 28–January 4. Severe weather or park closure can cause extra closures.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Closed Wednesdays, or the next weekday when Wednesday is a holiday; also December 28–January 4. Severe weather or park closure can cause extra closures.

10:00–17:00; last admission 16:30. Included in main-gallery admission: adults ¥780; university students ¥340; high-school students and younger free. This exhibition is also free November 14–15, 2026. No mandatory advance reservation is stated for ordinary visits. Group visits require advance booking; associated events have separate arrangements. Closed Wednesdays, or the next weekday when Wednesday is a holiday; also December 28–January 4. Severe weather or park closure can cause extra closures.

Separate from the Ainu special exhibition. Included in free admission on November 14–15.

Thematic Exhibition Area, main building.

Daily-calendar verification: 2026-11-01–2026-12-15

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Iwate · Iwate Museum of Art

Gege Akutami: Jujutsu Kaisen

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Go behind the scenes of Jujutsu Kaisen’s digital manga-making process.

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Closed: Additional confirmed closures 2026-09-14, 2026-09-24, 2026-09-28, 2026-10-05, 2026-10-13, 2026-10-19, 2026-10-26. Open exceptions 2026-09-21, 2026-10-12, 2026-11-02.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Additional confirmed closures 2026-09-14, 2026-09-24, 2026-09-28, 2026-10-05, 2026-10-13, 2026-10-19, 2026-10-26. Open exceptions 2026-09-21, 2026-10-12, 2026-11-02.

09:30–18:00, last entry 17:30. Closed Mondays except Sep21, Oct12, Nov2; also closed Sep24/Oct13. Same-day adults ¥2,000, students ¥1,600, schoolchildren ¥1,000. Accompanied preschoolers free. Includes collection admission except Oct14–17 changeover. Advance purchase recommended; congestion restrictions may apply. Nov 3 free admission applies only to the collection, not this exhibition. Ticket-agent purchases require printed paper tickets; confirmation emails do not admit entry. Disability-certificate holders and one companion receive half-price tickets only at the museum counter.

Daily-calendar verification: 2026-11-01–2026-11-08

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Venue architecture reference: glass and metal around an exterior passage at the Sumida Hokusai Museum, with the library on the left and barriers in the passage; uploader-dated 7 February 2025.
Venue reference · not the exhibition

Venue architecture reference: the exterior passage beside the Sumida Hokusai Museum library, dated 7 February 2025 by the uploader. Not the exhibition, its artworks or galleries, or evidence of current passage access or admission conditions.

Capture date (source): 2025-02-07

Photo: Souka Kinmei · Source · CC0 1.0

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Tokyo · Sumida Hokusai Museum, 3F and 4F special exhibition galleries

10th Anniversary: Best of the Sumida Hokusai Museum

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Discover curators’ favorites and newly unveiled works.

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Closed: Normally Mondays. Open exceptions 2026-11-23.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Normally Mondays. Open exceptions 2026-11-23.

Closed Mondays, or the next weekday after a holiday Monday. For this winter closed Dec 27, 2026–Jan 1, 2027; open Jan 2, 3 and 11, closed Jan 12. 09:30–17:30; last entry 17:00. Adults ¥1,500; ages 65+/high-school/university ¥1,000; junior-high/disabled visitors ¥500; elementary and younger free. Sumida resident/student junior-high pupils free. Individuals may buy tickets on arrival. Optional timed online tickets are available; groups and school groups must reserve. Some works rotate between periods. Purchased tickets cannot be changed/refunded.

Daily-calendar verification: 2026-11-01–2026-11-23

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Shiga · Lake Biwa Museum

Curator’s Focus 36: Imagining the Edo-Period Lakeshore through the Minato Hanjō Picture Scroll

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Read an Edo-period picture scroll and a bridge finial for clues to life around southern Lake Biwa.

Verified dates, excluding closures and exhibition suspensions, appear in the daily calendar. Check admission and reservation conditions.

Closed: Usually closed Mondays, open on public holidays. Follow the official annual table: November 24 closed; also December 27–January 3, January 18–22 and March 14. January 4, 11, 12 and March 22, 23, 29 are open.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Usually closed Mondays, open on public holidays. Follow the official annual table: November 24 closed; also December 27–January 3, January 18–22 and March 14. January 4, 11, 12 and March 22, 23, 29 are open.

09:30–17:00; last admission 16:00. Permanent displays: adults ¥840; university students ¥470; high-school students and younger and under-18s free. Special exhibition admission is additional. Ordinary tickets are sold on site. Adults and university students may also buy permanent-display tickets online. Groups use a separate application. Usually closed Mondays, open on public holidays. Follow the official annual table: November 24 closed; also December 27–January 3, January 18–22 and March 14. January 4, 11, 12 and March 22, 23, 29 are open. Shiga residents aged 65+ enter permanent galleries free with proof. Preschoolers and eligible disability-certificate holders and carers enter permanent and special galleries free; multiple carers require an application. On the third Sunday each month, Shiga families visiting with a child of high-school age or younger receive free permanent-gallery admission with a Smile Card or eligible residency proof. Special-exhibition fees remain separate.

Different scroll sections appear September 15–October 4, October 6–25 and October 27–November 15; condition-related changes are possible. Shiga residents aged 65+ enter permanent galleries free with proof. Preschoolers and eligible disability-certificate holders and carers enter permanent and special galleries free; multiple carers require an application. On the third Sunday each month, Shiga families visiting with a child of high-school age or younger receive free permanent-gallery admission with a Smile Card or eligible residency proof. Special-exhibition fees remain separate.

Collection display corner in Exhibition Room B.

Daily-calendar verification: 2026-11-01–2026-11-15

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The white plaster and dark timber exterior walls and tiled roofs of Matsue History Museum, seen across a road under a blue sky. A small passerby stands near the left entrance. Photographed on 12 June 2025.
Venue reference · not the exhibition

Matsue History Museum exterior, photographed on 12 June 2025. A dated venue reference, not the listed exhibitions, their displays or current conditions. The small passerby and entrance notices are part of the original supplied image.

Capture date (source): 2025-06-12

Photo: Spiegel · Source · CC BY 4.0

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Shimane · Matsue History Museum

Original Matsue Castle Prayer Tablets, Spear and Stones

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A limited display of original prayer tablets and construction-related ritual objects from Matsue Castle.

Verified dates, excluding closures and exhibition suspensions, appear in the daily calendar. Check admission and reservation conditions.

Closed: Closed Mondays, moving to the next weekday for a holiday, and December 29–January 1. Special opening November 2, 2026. Open November 23, January 11 and March 22; closed on the following weekdays.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Closed Mondays, moving to the next weekday for a holiday, and December 29–January 1. Special opening November 2, 2026. Open November 23, January 11 and March 22; closed on the following weekdays.

09:00–17:00; gallery admission until 16:30. Included in main-gallery admission: adults ¥700 (groups ¥560; Matsue residents ¥350); junior-high students and younger free; Matsue residents aged 65+ free with proof. No mandatory advance reservation is stated for ordinary viewing. Talks and experiences may require separate registration. Closed Mondays, moving to the next weekday for a holiday, and December 29–January 1. Special opening November 2, 2026. Open November 23, January 11 and March 22; closed on the following weekdays.

A limited presentation of originals, not a permanent replica display. Open on its last day, Monday November 23, a holiday.

Inside the main exhibition gallery at Matsue History Museum, not inside Matsue Castle’s keep.

Daily-calendar verification: 2026-11-01–2026-11-23

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Tokyo · Suntory Museum of Art

The Itsuo Art Museum Collection: Buson, Goshun and Tea Treasures

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Discover paintings and tea utensils through the collecting eye of Kobayashi Ichizo.

Verified dates, excluding closures, also appear in the daily calendar. Check admission and booking conditions.

Closed: Normally Tuesdays. Open exceptions 2026-09-22, 2026-11-03.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Normally Tuesdays. Open exceptions 2026-09-22, 2026-11-03.

10:00–18:00; Fridays and Nov 7 until 20:00; last entry 30 minutes before closing. Adults ¥1,700, university ¥1,200, high school ¥1,000; younger children free. Check the official checklist for individual object display periods.

Daily-calendar verification: 2026-11-01–2026-11-08

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Tokyo · Printing Museum, Tokyo

Polaris: Icons and Artists across Time

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Compare woodblock and digital image-making through Rella’s Hokusai-inspired Hatsune Miku works.

Verified dates, excluding closures and exhibition suspensions, appear in the daily calendar. Check admission and reservation conditions.

Closed: Closed Mondays, or the next day when Monday is a public/substitute holiday. Open November 23 and January 11; closed November 24 and January 12. Closed December 26, 2026–January 4, 2027.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Closed Mondays, or the next day when Monday is a public/substitute holiday. Open November 23 and January 11; closed November 24 and January 12. Closed December 26, 2026–January 4, 2027.

10:00–18:00. Last admission to the basement galleries is 17:30; the P&P exhibition lists 10:00–18:00. Adults ¥500; college students ¥200; high-school students ¥100. Junior-high ages and younger, ages 70+, disability-certificate holders and one companion enter free. Groups of 20+ receive ¥50 off each paid ticket. No reservation for basement exhibition rooms or P&P Gallery. The print studio, KOISHIKAWA XROSS and library require separate reservations. Closed Mondays, or the next day when Monday is a public/substitute holiday. Open November 23 and January 11; closed November 24 and January 12. Closed December 26, 2026–January 4, 2027.

Included in permanent-gallery admission. The optional stamp-sheet ticket costs ¥1,050; ordinary tickets are not refundable after purchase. November 3 entry is free, but related merchandise and stamp sheets are unavailable. Numbered tickets may be used when busy.

A mini-display within the basement exhibition room, not the P&P Gallery.

Daily-calendar verification: 2026-11-01–2027-01-11

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Stepped concrete exterior walls of the Okinawa Prefectural Museum & Art Museum, with branches and a street lamp in front.
Venue reference · not the exhibition

Exterior detail of the Okinawa Prefectural Museum & Art Museum, photographed April 18, 2026. Venue reference only; not a view of the exhibition.

Capture date (source): 2026-04-18

Photo: Alf Altendorf · Source · CC BY-SA 4.0

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Okinawa · Okinawa Prefectural Museum & Art Museum

Yamashiro Kenshin: A Giant Living with KUMUI

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Explore the art and teaching of postwar Okinawan artist Kenshin Yamashiro.

Verified dates, excluding closures and exhibition suspensions, appear in the daily calendar. Check admission and reservation conditions.

Closed: Closed Mondays, moving to the next weekday for holiday Mondays. Open November 23, January 11 and March 22; closed November 24, January 12 and March 23. Closed December 28, 2026–January 4, 2027.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Closed Mondays, moving to the next weekday for holiday Mondays. Open November 23, January 11 and March 22; closed November 24, January 12 and March 23. Closed December 28, 2026–January 4, 2027.

09:00–18:00, Fridays/Saturdays until 20:00. Last admission 30 minutes before closing. Collection ticket covers Galleries 1–3: adults ¥400; high-school/university students ¥220; out-of-prefecture elementary/junior-high pupils ¥100. Okinawa pupils, preschoolers, ages 70+, disability-certificate holders and one carer enter free, with proof where applicable. No advance-booking requirement is stated for ordinary admission; tickets are sold at the entrance. Groups should apply in advance. Closed Mondays, moving to the next weekday for holiday Mondays. Open November 23, January 11 and March 22; closed November 24, January 12 and March 23. Closed December 28, 2026–January 4, 2027. Museum permanent galleries and art collection galleries were free on November 1, 2026 (Ryukyu History and Culture Day).

The same collection ticket also covers Okinawan art in Gallery 3. Individual works are not guaranteed throughout the run. Museum permanent galleries and art collection galleries were free on November 1, 2026 (Ryukyu History and Culture Day).

Art Collection Galleries 1–2 and foyer.

Daily-calendar verification: 2026-11-01–2027-03-28

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Stepped concrete exterior walls of the Okinawa Prefectural Museum & Art Museum, with branches and a street lamp in front.
Venue reference · not the exhibition

Exterior detail of the Okinawa Prefectural Museum & Art Museum, photographed April 18, 2026. Venue reference only; not a view of the exhibition.

Capture date (source): 2026-04-18

Photo: Alf Altendorf · Source · CC BY-SA 4.0

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Okinawa · Okinawa Prefectural Museum & Art Museum

Okinawan Art: Resonant Expressions across Time

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Follow Okinawan art from the prewar period through postwar change and reversion to the present.

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Closed: Closed Mondays, moving to the next weekday for holiday Mondays. Open November 23, January 11 and March 22; closed November 24, January 12 and March 23. Closed December 28, 2026–January 4, 2027.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Closed Mondays, moving to the next weekday for holiday Mondays. Open November 23, January 11 and March 22; closed November 24, January 12 and March 23. Closed December 28, 2026–January 4, 2027.

09:00–18:00, Fridays/Saturdays until 20:00. Last admission 30 minutes before closing. Collection ticket covers Galleries 1–3: adults ¥400; high-school/university students ¥220; out-of-prefecture elementary/junior-high pupils ¥100. Okinawa pupils, preschoolers, ages 70+, disability-certificate holders and one carer enter free, with proof where applicable. No advance-booking requirement is stated for ordinary admission; tickets are sold at the entrance. Groups should apply in advance. Closed Mondays, moving to the next weekday for holiday Mondays. Open November 23, January 11 and March 22; closed November 24, January 12 and March 23. Closed December 28, 2026–January 4, 2027. Museum permanent galleries and art collection galleries were free on November 1, 2026 (Ryukyu History and Culture Day).

Works rotate between September 19–December 13 and December 15–March 28. December 14 is the regular Monday closure. One collection ticket covers Galleries 1–3. Museum permanent galleries and art collection galleries were free on November 1, 2026 (Ryukyu History and Culture Day).

Art Collection Gallery 3.

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The silver-gray curved facade of SOMPO Museum of Art, with a road and roadside trees in front.
Venue reference · not the exhibition

SOMPO Museum of Art seen from across the road. Venue reference photographed on 25 January 2024; not an image of the current exhibition or present conditions.

Capture date (source): 2024-01-25

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Tokyo · SOMPO Museum of Art

Albert Marquet

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Experience the quiet light of rivers and harbors in Marquet’s landscapes.

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Closed: Normally Mondays. Additional confirmed closures 2026-09-24, 2026-10-13, 2026-11-24. Open exceptions 2026-10-12, 2026-11-23.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Normally Mondays. Additional confirmed closures 2026-09-24, 2026-10-13, 2026-11-24. Open exceptions 2026-10-12, 2026-11-23.

10:00–18:00, Fridays until 20:00; last entry 30 minutes before closing. Adults 26+ ¥2,000; age 25 or under ¥1,200; schoolchildren free. Capacity restrictions possible. Drawings rotate after Nov 1, with the second display from Nov 3.

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Osaka · National Museum of Ethnology (Minpaku)

Living Along the Saru River: The Sarunkur in Modern Times

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A special exhibition tracing Ainu craft and history along the Saru River.

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Closed: Closed Wednesdays, or the next weekday when Wednesday is a holiday; also December 28–January 4. Severe weather or park closure can cause extra closures.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Closed Wednesdays, or the next weekday when Wednesday is a holiday; also December 28–January 4. Severe weather or park closure can cause extra closures.

10:00–17:00; last admission 16:30. Adults ¥1,200; university students ¥600; high-school students and younger free; includes main galleries. Eligible discounts, including groups of 20+, are ¥810/¥340 with applicable proof. No mandatory advance reservation is stated for ordinary visits. Group visits require advance booking; associated events have separate arrangements. Closed Wednesdays, or the next weekday when Wednesday is a holiday; also December 28–January 4. Severe weather or park closure can cause extra closures.

This special exhibition remains paid on November 14–15, when main-gallery admission is free. Passage through the park to the museum differs from park sightseeing admission.

Special Exhibition Hall.

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Shiga · MIHO MUSEUM, North Wing

Hyakusaiji Temple and Buddhist Art of Omi

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Art exhibition

Sculptures, paintings and other works explore Buddhist art associated with Hyakusaiji and Shiga.

The daily calendar shows verified opening dates only. Check admission and booking conditions.

Closed: Closed Mondays except October 12 and November 23. Also closed October 13 and November 24. Exhibition ends December 6.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Closed Mondays except October 12 and November 23. Also closed October 13 and November 24. Exhibition ends December 6.

The venue is MIHO MUSEUM’s North Wing, not Hyakusaiji Temple.10:00–17:00, last entry 16:00. Displays change during the exhibition.

Adults ¥1,300, high-school/university students ¥1,000, junior-high students and younger free. Groups 20+ receive ¥200 off each; disability certificate holders free and one companion ¥200 off. Ticket covers all North Wing exhibitions and the South Wing collection.

No booking for individuals. Groups 20+ must submit a booking form. Related talks have separate dates and capacity limits.

Daily-calendar verification: 2026-11-01–2026-12-06

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Tokyo · The National Museum of Modern Art, Tokyo

Amis de Paris: Japanese Artists in Paris

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Collection display

Discover Japanese artists’ creative encounters in Paris.

An announced exhibition period. Daily opening conditions are not verified, so it is not added to the daily calendar.

Closed: Current closure days and exhibition-specific exceptions need confirmation.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Current closure days and exhibition-specific exceptions need confirmation.

10:00–17:00; Fridays/Saturdays until 20:00; last entry 30 minutes before closing. Adults ¥500, university ¥250 (¥300/¥150 after 17:00 Friday/Saturday). Displays rotate. Daily closures and booking conditions remain unverified.

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Tokyo · The National Museum of Modern Art, Tokyo

MOMAT Collection: September 2026–January 2027

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Collection display

Explore modern Japanese art through a changing selection from the collection.

An announced exhibition period. Daily opening conditions are not verified, so it is not added to the daily calendar.

Closed: Current closure days and exhibition-specific exceptions need confirmation.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Current closure days and exhibition-specific exceptions need confirmation.

10:00–17:00; Fridays/Saturdays until 20:00; last entry 30 minutes before closing. Adults ¥500, university ¥250 (¥300/¥150 after 17:00 Friday/Saturday). Displays rotate. Daily closures and booking conditions remain unverified.

Tsukiji Akashicho, Shintomicho and Hamacho Gashi are displayed September 29–November 15, 2026, not throughout the full collection exhibition.

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Tokyo National Museum’s main gate and tiled-roof Honkan across the road from Takenodai Square.
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Tokyo National Museum’s main gate and Honkan, seen from Takenodai Square outside the grounds. Venue reference photographed on 16 January 2024; not an exhibition-gallery image or a report of current exhibitions or conditions.

Capture date (source): 2024-01-16

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Tokyo · Tokyo National Museum

Hiroshige: New Perspectives on Edo Japan

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Explore Hiroshige’s views of Edo through the Uchiyama Susumu collection.

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Closed: Normally Mondays. Additional confirmed closures 2026-10-13, 2026-11-24, 2026-12-15. Open exceptions 2026-10-12, 2026-11-02, 2026-11-23.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Normally Mondays. Additional confirmed closures 2026-10-13, 2026-11-24, 2026-12-15. Open exceptions 2026-10-12, 2026-11-02, 2026-11-23.

9:30–17:00; until 20:00 Fridays, Saturdays and Nov 1, 2, 22; last entry 30 minutes before closing. Adults ¥1,500, university students ¥500. No advance reservation; queues possible. Displays rotate. Closed Nov 30.

Daily-calendar verification: 2026-11-01–2026-12-20

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Tokyo National Museum’s main gate and tiled-roof Honkan across the road from Takenodai Square.
Venue reference · not the exhibition

Tokyo National Museum’s main gate and Honkan, seen from Takenodai Square outside the grounds. Venue reference photographed on 16 January 2024; not an exhibition-gallery image or a report of current exhibitions or conditions.

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Tokyo · Tokyo National Museum, Heiseikan Thematic Exhibition Room

Living with Horses During the Kofun Period: Nagano Through the Eyes of Immigrants from the Korean Peninsula

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Collection display

Explore Kofun-period connections between migrants, horses and Nagano through excavated objects.

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Closed: Normally Mondays. Additional confirmed closures 2026-11-24, 2026-12-15. Open exceptions 2026-11-02, 2026-11-23.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Normally Mondays. Additional confirmed closures 2026-11-24, 2026-12-15. Open exceptions 2026-11-02, 2026-11-23.

Included in TNM Collection admission: adults ¥1,000, university ¥500. Normally 9:30–17:00; check official evening hours; last entry 30 minutes before closing. The special Nov 30 opening is for Daitokuji only, not this display.

Daily-calendar verification: 2026-11-01–2026-12-20

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The white plaster and dark timber exterior walls and tiled roofs of Matsue History Museum, seen across a road under a blue sky. A small passerby stands near the left entrance. Photographed on 12 June 2025.
Venue reference · not the exhibition

Matsue History Museum exterior, photographed on 12 June 2025. A dated venue reference, not the listed exhibitions, their displays or current conditions. The small passerby and entrance notices are part of the original supplied image.

Capture date (source): 2025-06-12

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Shimane · Matsue History Museum

Matsue Samurai in Early Photographs

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Meet Matsue retainers through photographs from the late Edo and early Meiji periods.

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Closed: Closed Mondays, moving to the next weekday for a holiday, and December 29–January 1. Special opening November 2, 2026. Open November 23, January 11 and March 22; closed on the following weekdays.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Closed Mondays, moving to the next weekday for a holiday, and December 29–January 1. Special opening November 2, 2026. Open November 23, January 11 and March 22; closed on the following weekdays.

09:00–17:00; gallery admission until 16:30. Free. No mandatory advance reservation is stated for ordinary viewing. Talks and experiences may require separate registration. Closed Mondays, moving to the next weekday for a holiday, and December 29–January 1. Special opening November 2, 2026. Open November 23, January 11 and March 22; closed on the following weekdays.

A free display outside the galleries, separate from paid main-gallery and special-exhibition admission.

Mini display outside the exhibition galleries.

Daily-calendar verification: 2026-11-01–2026-11-29

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The white plaster and dark timber exterior walls and tiled roofs of Matsue History Museum, seen across a road under a blue sky. A small passerby stands near the left entrance. Photographed on 12 June 2025.
Venue reference · not the exhibition

Matsue History Museum exterior, photographed on 12 June 2025. A dated venue reference, not the listed exhibitions, their displays or current conditions. The small passerby and entrance notices are part of the original supplied image.

Capture date (source): 2025-06-12

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Shimane · Matsue History Museum

The Townscape of Mihonoseki

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Trace this port and shrine town through illustrated maps from the Edo and early Showa periods.

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Closed: Closed Mondays, moving to the next weekday for a holiday, and December 29–January 1. Special opening November 2, 2026. Open November 23, January 11 and March 22; closed on the following weekdays.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Closed Mondays, moving to the next weekday for a holiday, and December 29–January 1. Special opening November 2, 2026. Open November 23, January 11 and March 22; closed on the following weekdays.

09:00–17:00; gallery admission until 16:30. Included in main-gallery admission: adults ¥700 (groups ¥560; Matsue residents ¥350); junior-high students and younger free; Matsue residents aged 65+ free with proof. No mandatory advance reservation is stated for ordinary viewing. Talks and experiences may require separate registration. Closed Mondays, moving to the next weekday for a holiday, and December 29–January 1. Special opening November 2, 2026. Open November 23, January 11 and March 22; closed on the following weekdays.

A temporary display within the main gallery. Open November 2 and 23; closed November 24.

Spot display in the final section of the main exhibition gallery.

Daily-calendar verification: 2026-11-01–2026-12-27

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Akita · Akita Prefectural Museum, Wakuwaku Tanken Room

Looking Back at Showa Life

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History and archaeology exhibition

A compact display looking back at everyday life during Japan’s high-growth era.

The daily calendar shows only checked opening dates. Check admission and booking conditions.

Closed: Closed Mondays, or the next weekday after a holiday Monday. Open November 23 and closed November 24. From November, the room opens 09:30–12:00 and 13:00–15:30, with a midday closure.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Closed Mondays, or the next weekday after a holiday Monday. Open November 23 and closed November 24. From November, the room opens 09:30–12:00 and 13:00–15:30, with a midday closure.

Free admission. Open 09:30–12:00 and from 13:00; from November 1 the afternoon session ends 15:30.

Daily-calendar verification: 2026-11-01–2026-12-06

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Akita · Akita Museum of Art

Ken Kuroi: Original Picture-Book Art, Celebrating 40 Years of Gon, the Little Fox

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Step into Ken Kuroi’s picture-book world through original illustrations and creative materials.

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Closed: No closure date stated within the verified period; check temporary changes.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: No closure date stated within the verified period; check temporary changes.

10:00–18:00; ticket sales end 17:30. Irregular dated closures apply. Individual reservation requirements are not explicitly confirmed. Adults ¥1,000; high-school/university ¥800; junior-high and younger free.

Daily-calendar verification: 2026-11-01–2026-11-29

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Yamagata · Yamagata Prefectural Museum, Gallery 3

Hunters of the Far East

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History and archaeology exhibition

Explore Ice Age hunters and archaeological research through bones and stone tools.

The daily calendar shows only checked opening dates. Check admission and booking conditions.

Closed: Closed Mondays except November 23; closed November 24 instead.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Closed Mondays except November 23; closed November 24 instead.

Check the main building's admission requirements. Related lectures have separate dates and application requirements.

Adults JPY 300, students JPY 150, high-school students and younger free.

Daily-calendar verification: 2026-11-01–2026-12-20

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Fukushima · Former Kobayashi greengrocer, jointly with the Crossroads exhibition

Yanaizu and Sound / Kiyoshi Saito and Townspeople’s Memories: Interim Display (former Kobayashi shop)

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Explore student drawings inspired by sound and townspeople’s memories awakened by Saito’s work.

An announced exhibition period. Daily opening conditions are not verified, so it is not added to the daily calendar.

Closed: Current closure days and exhibition-specific exceptions need confirmation.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Current closure days and exhibition-specific exceptions need confirmation.

Museum/atelier display: Oct 3–Nov 23; former Kobayashi shop: through Nov 30. Venue-specific opening days, hours, fees and reservations remain unconfirmed. The museum building closes Nov 24, but this does not change the offsite end date.

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Fukushima · Kiyoshi Saito Museum Art Terrace and Kiyoshi Saito Atelier

Yanaizu and Sound / Kiyoshi Saito and Townspeople’s Memories: Interim Display (museum and atelier)

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Explore student drawings inspired by sound and townspeople’s memories awakened by Saito’s work.

An announced exhibition period. Daily opening conditions are not verified, so it is not added to the daily calendar.

Closed: Current closure days and exhibition-specific exceptions need confirmation.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Current closure days and exhibition-specific exceptions need confirmation.

Museum/atelier display: Oct 3–Nov 23; former Kobayashi shop: through Nov 30. Venue-specific opening days, hours, fees and reservations remain unconfirmed. The museum building closes Nov 24, but this does not change the offsite end date.

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Shizuoka · Shizuoka City Toro Museum

Toro Archaeological Site and Reconstructed Buildings

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History and archaeology exhibition

An exhibition exploring reconstructed Yayoi-period buildings and archaeological site presentation.

The daily calendar shows only checked opening dates. Check admission and booking conditions.

Closed: Closed Mondays, shifting to the following day when a holiday, and the day after public holidays. Open November 23; closed November 4 and 24.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Closed Mondays, shifting to the following day when a holiday, and the day after public holidays. Open November 23; closed November 4 and 24.

09:00–16:30; paid admission. Closed Mondays (the following day if Monday is a holiday) and the day after public holidays.

Exhibition commentary is offered only on specified dates. Access inside reconstructed buildings and model activities have separate dates and conditions.

Daily-calendar verification: 2026-11-01–2026-12-13

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Kyoto · Saga Arashiyama Museum of Arts and Culture

Discover Kyoto through Paintings

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Art exhibition

Japanese paintings introduce Kyoto’s landmarks and traditions.

The daily calendar shows verified opening dates only. Check admission and booking conditions.

Closed: No general exhibition admission December 15, December 30–January 1, January 19, February 9 or 21. On February 21 only Chihayafuru Ogurayama Cup ticket holders may enter. Tuesday/Sunday “Talking Allowed Days” are not closures.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: No general exhibition admission December 15, December 30–January 1, January 19, February 9 or 21. On February 21 only Chihayafuru Ogurayama Cup ticket holders may enter. Tuesday/Sunday “Talking Allowed Days” are not closures.

Normally 10:00–17:00, last entry 16:30. On February 20, 2027 the museum closes 14:00, with last entry 13:30.

First display October 3–December 14; second display December 16–February 28. Exhibited works change between periods.

Adults/university students ¥1,000, high-school students ¥600, elementary/junior-high students ¥400; preschoolers free. Group 20+ rates ¥900/500/350. A disabled visitor and up to one companion each pay ¥600 (group ¥500). Permanent displays included.

An adult combined ticket with Fukuda Art Museum costs ¥2,300 and is sold at both museums on the day.

Daily-calendar verification: 2026-11-01–2027-02-28

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Hyogo · Takenaka Carpentry Tools Museum

Where Trees Live Again: George Nakashima and the Craftspeople

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Explore Nakashima furniture and the craft at Sakura Seisakusho in Kagawa that gives each piece of timber its form.

Verified dates, excluding closures and exhibition suspensions, appear in the daily calendar. Check admission and reservation conditions.

Closed: Closed Mondays, or the next weekday when Monday is a public holiday. Closed December 26, 2026–January 4, 2027 for New Year. Check separately for exhibition-change or maintenance closures.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Closed Mondays, or the next weekday when Monday is a public holiday. Closed December 26, 2026–January 4, 2027 for New Year. Check separately for exhibition-change or maintenance closures.

09:30–16:30; last admission 16:00. Adults ¥1,000; university/high-school students and ages 65+ ¥700; junior-high and younger free. Includes permanent displays. Ordinary individual viewing is separate from booked workshops. Self-guided groups of 20+ and group interpretation require an application. Closed Mondays, except open November 23 and closed November 24. Disability-certificate holders (Mirairo ID accepted) and one carer enter free.

Closed Mondays, except open November 23 and closed November 24. Admission includes permanent displays. Related workshops have separate fees and applications; spaces were not checked.

Takenaka Carpentry Tools Museum, first-floor hall.

Daily-calendar verification: 2026-11-01–2026-12-13

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The white Bizen Osafune Sword Museum building behind the entrance gate, with the wooden shop and an empty paved forecourt.
Venue reference · not the exhibition

Entrance and exterior of Bizen Osafune Sword Village and Museum, photographed on 8 November 2025. A dated venue reference, not the current exhibition, a forging demonstration or present conditions.

Capture date (source): 2025-11-08

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Okayama · Bizen Osafune Japanese Sword Museum

KATANA and Japanese Swords: Expanding Stories, Beautiful Worlds

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View reproductions of Kimiko Kamata’s KATANA manga artwork alongside related swords and swordmaking tools.

Verified dates, excluding closures and exhibition suspensions, appear in the daily calendar. Check admission and reservation conditions.

Closed: Closed Mondays, shifted after holidays, and the day after public holidays except weekends. Closed November 4, January 12, February 12 and 24, and March 23. Changeover closures: November 24–December 4 and February 15–19. New Year closure: December 28–January 4.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Closed Mondays, shifted after holidays, and the day after public holidays except weekends. Closed November 4, January 12, February 12 and 24, and March 23. Changeover closures: November 24–December 4 and February 15–19. New Year closure: December 28–January 4.

09:00–17:00; last admission 16:30. Adults ¥1,000; high-school/university students ¥600; junior-high pupils and younger free. Adult groups of 20+ and visitors aged 65+ pay ¥800; relevant proof is required. Admission is shared with the Omamorigatana exhibition; this is not a second charge for the KATANA display. No advance reservation requirement is stated for ordinary exhibition visits. Groups arriving by bus should fax the booking form to 0869-66-7971 in advance; booking is complete when the museum replies. Demonstrations and classes have separate booking rules. Concurrent with the Omamorigatana exhibition. This is the dated manga collaboration, separate from the ordinary How to View Swords display. Disability-certificate holders and one accompanying person enter free on presentation of the certificate.

The official event guide lists the first- and second-floor galleries; exact room allocation between the concurrent displays was not verified.

Daily-calendar verification: 2026-11-01–2026-11-23

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The white Bizen Osafune Sword Museum building behind the entrance gate, with the wooden shop and an empty paved forecourt.
Venue reference · not the exhibition

Entrance and exterior of Bizen Osafune Sword Village and Museum, photographed on 8 November 2025. A dated venue reference, not the current exhibition, a forging demonstration or present conditions.

Capture date (source): 2025-11-08

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Okayama · Bizen Osafune Japanese Sword Museum

19th Omamorigatana Exhibition

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Compare contemporary protective swords and the craftsmanship of their blades, mountings and polish.

Verified dates, excluding closures and exhibition suspensions, appear in the daily calendar. Check admission and reservation conditions.

Closed: Closed Mondays, shifted after holidays, and the day after public holidays except weekends. Closed November 4, January 12, February 12 and 24, and March 23. Changeover closures: November 24–December 4 and February 15–19. New Year closure: December 28–January 4.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Closed Mondays, shifted after holidays, and the day after public holidays except weekends. Closed November 4, January 12, February 12 and 24, and March 23. Changeover closures: November 24–December 4 and February 15–19. New Year closure: December 28–January 4.

09:00–17:00; last admission 16:30. Adults ¥1,000; high-school/university students ¥600; junior-high pupils and younger free. Adult groups of 20+ and visitors aged 65+ pay ¥800; relevant proof is required. No advance reservation requirement is stated for ordinary exhibition visits. Groups arriving by bus should fax the booking form to 0869-66-7971 in advance; booking is complete when the museum replies. Demonstrations and classes have separate booking rules. Closed November 4 and open on Monday, November 23. This is not a Sanchomo display. Disability-certificate holders and one accompanying person enter free on presentation of the certificate.

The official event guide lists the first- and second-floor galleries; exact room allocation between the concurrent displays was not verified.

Daily-calendar verification: 2026-11-01–2026-11-23

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Hiroshima · Fudenosato Kobo, Kumano

Prebato: Talented Works

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Compare works made for the television programme with instructors’ examples across 14 fields, from watercolour to haiku and blackboard art.

Verified dates, excluding closures and exhibition suspensions, appear in the daily calendar. Check admission and reservation conditions.

Closed: Closed Mondays, moving to the next weekday after a public holiday. Closed December 28, 2026–January 4, 2027. Official calendar opens November 23, January 11 and March 22, and closes November 24, January 12 and March 23. Artwork changeover days are distinct from museum closures.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Closed Mondays, moving to the next weekday after a public holiday. Closed December 28, 2026–January 4, 2027. Official calendar opens November 23, January 11 and March 22, and closes November 24, January 12 and March 23. Artwork changeover days are distinct from museum closures.

09:30–17:00; last admission 16:30. Adults ¥1,500; elementary, junior-high and high-school pupils ¥750; preschool children free. Groups of 20+ pay ¥1,300/¥650. Buy a same-day ticket at main-building reception; no advance tickets. Related events require separate bookings. Tickets are sold only on the day at main-building reception. The November 6–8 brushmaking suspension does not suspend this exhibition. Disability-certificate holders and one carer enter free.

Fudenosato Kobo main building; an individual room number was not verified.

Daily-calendar verification: 2026-11-01–2026-11-15

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Kyoto · Kyoto National Museum Heisei Chishinkan

The Tale of Genji: The Splendor of Court Culture

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Discover how a thousand-year-old tale inspired manuscripts, painting and decorative art.

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Closed: Normally Mondays. Additional confirmed closures 2026-11-24. Open exceptions 2026-10-12, 2026-11-23.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Normally Mondays. Additional confirmed closures 2026-11-24. Open exceptions 2026-10-12, 2026-11-23.

Closed Mondays. Open exceptions: 2026-10-12, 2026-11-23. Additional closures: 2026-10-13, 2026-11-24. 09:00–17:30; Fridays until 20:00; last entry 30 minutes before closing. Adults ¥2,200; university ¥1,200; high-school ¥700. Individual timed-entry requirements are unverified. Recheck rotations and temporary changes.

The Hashihime section of the Tale of Genji scroll is displayed November 3–15, 2026. The Deigan Noh mask formerly held by the Konparu family, branded “Tenkaichi Kawachi,” is scheduled for the full Kyoto exhibition, October 6–November 29, excluding closure days.

Daily-calendar verification: 2026-11-01–2026-11-29

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Kyushu National Museum with a sweeping glass facade reflecting sky and trees, an outdoor plaza with wooden tables, and a covered white-columned walkway on the right.
Venue reference · not the exhibition

The curved roof and glass facade of Kyushu National Museum, photographed on 20 September 2024. A dated venue reference, not the current exhibition or present conditions.

Capture date (source): 2024-09-20

Photo: ノボホショコロトソ · Source · CC BY 4.0

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Fukuoka · Kyushu National Museum 4F Cultural Exchange Exhibition

Autumn Kyuhaku Trail: Stories of Flavor

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Follow a collection trail through art about food, wellbeing and the pleasures of the seasons.

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Closed: Normally Mondays. Additional confirmed closures 2026-11-24. Open exceptions 2026-11-23.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Normally Mondays. Additional confirmed closures 2026-11-24. Open exceptions 2026-11-23.

Closed Mondays. Open exceptions: 2026-11-23. Additional closures: 2026-11-24. 09:30–17:00; Saturdays during special exhibitions until 19:00; last entry 30 minutes before closing. Adults ¥700; university students ¥350; high-school students and younger, under-18s and ages 70+ free with proof. Individual timed-entry requirements are unverified. Recheck rotations and temporary changes. Room B is closed November 10–15; not all rooms or objects are guaranteed.

The dish with maple leaves and flowing water is scheduled October 6–November 29, 2026; the Nisshin Joma-zu lion-dance meal drawing and human-shaped ginseng are scheduled October 27–November 29. These are cultural-exchange trail objects, separate from Himiko’s Mirrors; museum and room closures apply.

Daily-calendar verification: 2026-11-01–2026-11-29

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Aomori · Aomori Museum of Art

Collection 2026–3: Welcome Back, Nancy Seki!

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Discover Nancy Seki’s sharp eye through her eraser prints and related material.

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Closed: Additional confirmed closures 2026-11-09, 2026-11-24, 2026-12-14.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Additional confirmed closures 2026-11-09, 2026-11-24, 2026-12-14.

09:30–17:00, last admission 16:30. Dated closures apply. Online tickets available; no mandatory individual time reservation identified. Groups require an application. Adults ¥700, university students ¥400; ages 18 and under/high-school students free.

Daily-calendar verification: 2026-11-01–2026-12-23

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Miyagi · Tohoku History Museum, Special Exhibition Gallery

POKÉMON X KOGEI: Playful Encounters of Pokémon and Japanese Craft

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Twenty artists explore Pokémon through contemporary Japanese craft.

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Closed: Closed Mondays. Open October 12 and November 23, with closures October 13 and November 24. November 16 is a regular Monday closure.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Closed Mondays. Open October 12 and November 23, with closures October 13 and November 24. November 16 is a regular Monday closure.

09:30–17:00; ticket sales and entry end at 16:30. Adults ¥1,600; elementary, junior-high and high-school students ¥800. Preschool children enter free with a ticketed guardian aged 18+. Disability certificate holders and one carer enter free.

Same-day tickets are sold at the museum and designated sellers, without a daily sales limit. No mandatory timed reservation was identified; waiting times are unconfirmed. No re-entry to the special exhibition. Same-day permanent-gallery admission is included.

First period October 10–November 15; second period November 17–December 27, with some display changes planned. Related talks and photo sessions have separate advance registration and capacity limits; check current application notices.

Daily-calendar verification: 2026-11-01–2026-12-27

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Ibaraki · Ibaraki Ceramic Art Museum, special exhibition room

THE HEADLINERS 2026: The Power of Delight

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Find a spark of delight in ceramics by fourteen artists.

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Closed: Normally Mondays. Additional confirmed closures 2026-11-04, 2026-11-24. Open exceptions 2026-11-02, 2026-11-23.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Normally Mondays. Additional confirmed closures 2026-11-04, 2026-11-24. Open exceptions 2026-11-02, 2026-11-23.

Closed Mondays, or the next weekday after a holiday Monday. Open Nov 2 and closed Nov 4, 2026. Extra closure Dec 25–27, followed by the regular Dec 28 closure and Dec 29–Jan 1 holidays. Gallery 1 only is closed Nov 30–Feb 9. 09:30–17:00; last entry 16:30. Listed special exhibitions: adults ¥950, ages 70+ ¥470, high-school students etc. ¥710, elementary/junior-high ¥360. Collection/theme only: adults ¥360. Fees may change. Individual booking requirements are unconfirmed. Groups of 20+ should telephone in advance. Check separate rules for loan-gallery displays.

Daily-calendar verification: 2026-11-01–2026-12-13

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Ibaraki · Ibaraki Ceramic Art Museum, 1F lobby and B1 open gallery

THE HEADLINERS + [PLUS]

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See ceramics and making-of photographs by three Ibaraki-linked artists.

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Closed: Normally Mondays. Additional confirmed closures 2026-11-04, 2026-11-24. Open exceptions 2026-11-02, 2026-11-23.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Normally Mondays. Additional confirmed closures 2026-11-04, 2026-11-24. Open exceptions 2026-11-02, 2026-11-23.

09:30–17:00 except museum closures. Closed Mondays except holidays; open Nov 2/23 and closed Nov 4/24. No reservation. 1F free; B1 requires a same-day special-exhibition ticket.

Daily-calendar verification: 2026-11-01–2026-12-13

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Kanagawa · Silk Museum, Yokohama

Tools for a Bountiful Silkworm Harvest

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See how specialized tools improved silkworm rearing and supported the silk trade through Yokohama.

Verified dates, excluding closures and exhibition suspensions, appear in the daily calendar. Check admission and reservation conditions.

Closed: Mondays (following day if a holiday), 28 December–4 January. Also closed 24–29 November 2026 for changeover/power work and Monday 30 November; 14 February 2027 for maintenance.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Mondays (following day if a holiday), 28 December–4 January. Also closed 24–29 November 2026 for changeover/power work and Monday 30 November; 14 February 2027 for maintenance.

09:30–17:00, last admission 16:30. Adults ¥700, ages 65+ ¥500, university students ¥300, school students ¥100. Closed November 2/9/16; open November 23. No mandatory ordinary-viewing reservation stated.

Closed November 2, 9 and 16; open on Monday holiday November 23. The museum then closes continuously November 24–30.

Silk Museum, Yokohama; individual room number not specified.

Daily-calendar verification: 2026-11-01–2026-11-23

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Fukui · Fukui City History Museum, special exhibition room

The Work of Painter Hokabe Kinshu

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Art exhibition

Posters, portraits and other works introduce the varied practice of a Fukui-born painter.

The daily calendar shows only checked opening dates. Check admission and booking conditions.

Closed: The only announced closure during the run is October 30; no closures November 1–23. Closing time changes to 17:00 from November 6.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: The only announced closure during the run is October 30; no closures November 1–23. Closing time changes to 17:00 from November 6.

Paid admission. October 30 is the only closure during the exhibition period. Displays change between the first and second periods.

Closes at 19:00 through November 5 and at 17:00 from November 6. Last admission is 30 minutes before closing. Related lectures have separate dates and capacities.

Adults JPY 900, high-school/university students JPY 600. Closes at 19:00 through November 5; last entry always 30 minutes before closing.

Daily-calendar verification: 2026-11-01–2026-11-23

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Nagano · Nagano City Museum, special exhibition room

Shinano Warriors, Land and Religious Donations

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History and archaeology exhibition

Religious donations offer a perspective on Shinano warriors and their relationship with land.

The daily calendar shows only checked opening dates. Check admission and booking conditions.

Closed: Normally closed Mondays (next day when a holiday) and the day after holidays except weekends. Closed November 2, 4, 9, 16, 24 and 30 . Open November 3 and 23. The change between exhibition periods falls on the November 9 closure.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Normally closed Mondays (next day when a holiday) and the day after holidays except weekends. Closed November 2, 4, 9, 16, 24 and 30 . Open November 3 and 23. The change between exhibition periods falls on the November 9 closure.

Paid admission, except free for all visitors on November 3. The first display period ends November 8; the second starts November 10.

Some works may be unavailable because of display changes or conservation. The lecture is on November 22 only, for the first 30 people on the day.

Adults ¥500, high-school students ¥150, elementary/junior-high students ¥100. Free for everyone November 3.

Museum visitor guidance states 09:00–16:30, last admission 16:00.

Daily-calendar verification: 2026-11-01–2026-12-06

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The black facade, large window, planted terrace and lower floors of Nakanoshima Museum of Art, Osaka, viewed from an outdoor pedestrian deck. A pedestrian with a parasol is seen from behind at the right edge.
Venue reference · not the exhibition

Nakanoshima Museum of Art, Osaka, photographed on 24 August 2026. An exterior venue reference, not the displays of any listed exhibition or event, or current conditions.

Capture date (source): 2026-08-24

Photo: Sakai Yayoi · Source · CC0 1.0

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Osaka · Nakanoshima Museum of Art, Osaka 2F Multipurpose Space

NMAO Satellite

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Encounter contemporary art from the National Museum of Art, Osaka in an open shared space.

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Closed: Normally Mondays. Open exceptions 2026-10-12.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Normally Mondays. Open exceptions 2026-10-12.

Closed Mondays. Open exceptions: 2026-10-12. Additional closures: 2026-10-13. 10:00–17:30; November 6 until 20:30. Free. Individual timed-entry requirements are unverified. Recheck rotations and temporary changes.

Daily-calendar verification: 2026-11-01–2026-11-07

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The black facade, large window, planted terrace and lower floors of Nakanoshima Museum of Art, Osaka, viewed from an outdoor pedestrian deck. A pedestrian with a parasol is seen from behind at the right edge.
Venue reference · not the exhibition

Nakanoshima Museum of Art, Osaka, photographed on 24 August 2026. An exterior venue reference, not the displays of any listed exhibition or event, or current conditions.

Capture date (source): 2026-08-24

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Osaka · Nakanoshima Museum of Art, Osaka 5F Gallery

50 Years of NHK Sunday Art Museum

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Pair artworks with broadcast footage in a journey through fifty years of NHK’s art program.

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Closed: Normally Mondays. Additional confirmed closures 2026-11-24. Open exceptions 2026-10-12, 2026-11-23.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Normally Mondays. Additional confirmed closures 2026-11-24. Open exceptions 2026-10-12, 2026-11-23.

Closed Mondays. Open exceptions: 2026-10-12, 2026-11-23. Additional closures: 2026-10-13, 2026-11-24. 10:00–17:00; last entry 16:30. Adults ¥2,000; high-school/university ¥1,200; primary/junior-high ¥500. Individual timed-entry requirements are unverified. Recheck rotations and temporary changes.

Daily-calendar verification: 2026-11-01–2026-12-20

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Tottori Prefectural Museum of Art, May 2025 venue reference photo. Not a view of the Kanji Maeta exhibition.
Venue reference · not the exhibition

Tottori Prefectural Museum of Art, May 2025 venue reference photo. Not a view of the Kanji Maeta exhibition.

Capture date (source): 2025-05-30

Photo: Vetalapancavimsatika · Source · CC BY-SA 4.0

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Tottori · Tottori Prefectural Museum of Art, third-floor special exhibition galleries, Kurayoshi

Kanji Maeta: Poetry and Realism

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Art exhibition

A retrospective marking 130 years since the birth of painter Kanji Maeta.

The daily calendar shows only checked opening dates. Check admission and booking conditions.

Closed: Closed Mondays, except open November 23, 2026 and closed November 24.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Closed Mondays, except open November 23, 2026 and closed November 24.

A special-exhibition admission ticket is required. Live performances and workshops have separate booking conditions.

09:00–17:00, last admission 16:30. Adults ¥1,500, students ¥950, high-school students ¥500, elementary/junior-high students ¥300.

Daily-calendar verification: 2026-11-01–2026-12-13

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Kagawa · Takamatsu Art Museum, second-floor galleries

Moving Art: Light, Sound and Motion

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Art exhibition

An exhibition exploring motion, light and sound in Japanese contemporary art.

The daily calendar shows only checked opening dates. Check admission and booking conditions.

Closed: Closed Mondays, except open November 23, 2026 and closed November 24.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Closed Mondays, except open November 23, 2026 and closed November 24.

An exhibition admission ticket is required. Related talks and other activities have separate dates and capacity limits.

09:30–17:00, Fridays/Saturdays until 19:00; entry until 30 minutes before closing. Adults ¥1,200, university students ¥600, high-school students and younger free.

Daily-calendar verification: 2026-11-01–2026-11-29

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Tokyo National Museum’s main gate and tiled-roof Honkan across the road from Takenodai Square.
Venue reference · not the exhibition

Tokyo National Museum’s main gate and Honkan, seen from Takenodai Square outside the grounds. Venue reference photographed on 16 January 2024; not an exhibition-gallery image or a report of current exhibitions or conditions.

Capture date (source): 2024-01-16

Photo: Matthide127 · Source · CC0 1.0

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Tokyo · Tokyo National Museum

Daitokuji: A Zen Temple Beyond Compare

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Discover Zen and tea culture through treasures from Daitokuji and its subtemples.

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Closed: Normally Mondays. Additional confirmed closures 2026-11-24. Open exceptions 2026-11-02, 2026-11-23, 2026-11-30.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Normally Mondays. Additional confirmed closures 2026-11-24. Open exceptions 2026-11-02, 2026-11-23, 2026-11-30.

9:30–17:00; until 20:00 Fridays, Saturdays and Nov 1, 2, 22; last entry 30 minutes before closing. Adults ¥2,300, university ¥1,300, high school ¥900. No reservation required. Only this exhibition opens Nov 30; consult the checklist for object rotations.

Daily-calendar verification: 2026-11-01–2026-12-06

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The white plaster and dark timber exterior walls and tiled roofs of Matsue History Museum, seen across a road under a blue sky. A small passerby stands near the left entrance. Photographed on 12 June 2025.
Venue reference · not the exhibition

Matsue History Museum exterior, photographed on 12 June 2025. A dated venue reference, not the listed exhibitions, their displays or current conditions. The small passerby and entrance notices are part of the original supplied image.

Capture date (source): 2025-06-12

Photo: Spiegel · Source · CC BY 4.0

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Shimane · Matsue History Museum

The Samurai Armors of the Matsue Domain

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Compare armor inherited by Matsue lords and retainers with pieces donated to shrines and temples.

Verified dates, excluding closures and exhibition suspensions, appear in the daily calendar. Check admission and reservation conditions.

Closed: Closed Mondays, moving to the next weekday for a holiday, and December 29–January 1. Special opening November 2, 2026. Open November 23, January 11 and March 22; closed on the following weekdays.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Closed Mondays, moving to the next weekday for a holiday, and December 29–January 1. Special opening November 2, 2026. Open November 23, January 11 and March 22; closed on the following weekdays.

09:00–17:00; gallery admission until 16:30. Adults ¥750 (groups of 20+ ¥600; Matsue residents ¥380); junior-high students and younger free. High-school, university and vocational students pay ¥600 with student ID. Combined main-gallery ticket ¥1,100 (group ¥880). No mandatory advance reservation is stated for ordinary viewing. Talks and experiences may require separate registration. Closed Mondays, moving to the next weekday for a holiday, and December 29–January 1. Special opening November 2, 2026. Open November 23, January 11 and March 22; closed on the following weekdays.

Open November 2 and 23; closed November 24. Experiences and lectures have separate participation rules.

Special Exhibition Room.

Daily-calendar verification: 2026-11-01–2026-12-13

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Gunma · Gunma Prefectural Tsuchiya Bunmei Memorial Museum of Literature, Takasaki

Yukio Mishima’s Youth and His Time in Gunma

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Literature exhibition

Postcards sent from wartime Gunma and other materials offer a glimpse of the young Yukio Mishima.

The daily calendar shows verified opening dates only. Check admission and booking conditions.

Closed: Closed Tuesdays except November 3, 2026. Also closed November 4 and December 28–January 6.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Closed Tuesdays except November 3, 2026. Also closed November 4 and December 28–January 6.

October 17, 2026–February 7, 2027. 09:30–17:00, last admission 16:30.

Adults ¥500, high-school/university students ¥250, junior-high students and younger free. Group rates for 20+ are ¥400/200. Disability certificate holders and one carer enter free.

Lectures and the workshop occur on separate dates and require advance application.

Daily-calendar verification: 2026-11-01–2027-02-07

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Tokyo · Printing Museum, Tokyo

Modern Japan Package 2026

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See packaging design, usability and environmental ideas through award-winning consumer and transport packaging.

Verified dates, excluding closures and exhibition suspensions, appear in the daily calendar. Check admission and reservation conditions.

Closed: Closed Mondays, or the next day when Monday is a public/substitute holiday. Open November 23 and January 11; closed November 24 and January 12. Closed December 26, 2026–January 4, 2027.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Closed Mondays, or the next day when Monday is a public/substitute holiday. Open November 23 and January 11; closed November 24 and January 12. Closed December 26, 2026–January 4, 2027.

10:00–18:00. P&P Gallery admission is free; the basement exhibition rooms require a separate ticket. No reservation for basement exhibition rooms or P&P Gallery. The print studio, KOISHIKAWA XROSS and library require separate reservations. Closed Mondays, or the next day when Monday is a public/substitute holiday. Open November 23 and January 11; closed November 24 and January 12. Closed December 26, 2026–January 4, 2027.

No booking for the exhibition. Associated talks/workshops have separate booking, capacity and fee conditions.

1F P&P Gallery.

Daily-calendar verification: 2026-11-01–2027-01-17

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Kochi Literary Museum, March 2025 venue reference photo. Not the Miyoko Matsutani exhibition; visible banners are from an earlier exhibition.
Venue reference · not the exhibition

Kochi Literary Museum, March 2025 venue reference photo. Not the Miyoko Matsutani exhibition; visible banners are from an earlier exhibition.

Capture date (source): 2025-03-26

Photo: Higa4 · Source · CC0

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Kochi · Kochi Literary Museum, Kochi

Miyoko Matsutani: A Centenary Exhibition

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Literature exhibition

An introduction to the life and writing of children’s author Miyoko Matsutani.

The daily calendar shows verified opening dates only. Check admission and booking conditions.

Closed: Closed December 27, 2026–January 1, 2027 for New Year. No regular weekly closing day. Check for temporary closure notices.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Closed December 27, 2026–January 1, 2027 for New Year. No regular weekly closing day. Check for temporary closure notices.

09:00–17:00, last entry 16:30. Adults ¥600 including permanent displays; high-school students and younger free.

Eligible Kochi senior-pass holders and disability certificate holders with one carer enter free. Documentary proof may be requested.

Gallery explanations run Saturdays from 13:30. Quizzes and New Year activities occur only on specified dates.

Daily-calendar verification: 2026-11-01–2027-01-11

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Tochigi · Mashiko Museum of Ceramic Art, Sasajima Kihei Gallery

Japan Takuhanga Association Exhibition 2026

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Explore expressive rubbed woodblock prints in the Sasajima Kihei gallery.

Verified dates, excluding closures, also appear in the daily calendar. Check admission and booking conditions.

Closed: Normally Mondays. Additional confirmed closures 2026-11-04. Open exceptions 2026-11-02, 2026-11-23.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Normally Mondays. Additional confirmed closures 2026-11-04. Open exceptions 2026-11-02, 2026-11-23.

Closed Mondays, or the following day if a holiday. Open Nov 2 and closed Nov 4, 2026. Closed Nov 30–Dec 12 and Dec 26, 2026–Jan 2, 2027. Feb–Nov 09:30–17:00; Dec–Jan 09:30–16:30. Last entry 30 minutes before closing. Regular admission: adults/high-school and older ¥600, ages 65+ ¥300, elementary/junior-high ¥300. Special exhibitions may differ. General-admission reservation requirements are not stated in the checked pages; related events have separate rules.

Daily-calendar verification: 2026-11-01–2026-11-23

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Tokyo National Museum’s main gate and tiled-roof Honkan across the road from Takenodai Square.
Venue reference · not the exhibition

Tokyo National Museum’s main gate and Honkan, seen from Takenodai Square outside the grounds. Venue reference photographed on 16 January 2024; not an exhibition-gallery image or a report of current exhibitions or conditions.

Capture date (source): 2024-01-16

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Tokyo · Tokyo National Museum, Honkan Rooms D and E

New Acquisitions in Fiscal Year 2025

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Collection display

Discover newly acquired cultural treasures from Japan and beyond.

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Closed: Normally Mondays. Additional confirmed closures 2026-11-24. Open exceptions 2026-11-02, 2026-11-23.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Normally Mondays. Additional confirmed closures 2026-11-24. Open exceptions 2026-11-02, 2026-11-23.

Included in TNM Collection admission: adults ¥1,000, university ¥500. Normally 9:30–17:00; check official evening hours; last entry 30 minutes before closing. The special Nov 30 opening is for Daitokuji only, not this display.

Daily-calendar verification: 2026-11-01–2026-11-29

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Stepped concrete exterior walls of the Okinawa Prefectural Museum & Art Museum, with branches and a street lamp in front.
Venue reference · not the exhibition

Exterior detail of the Okinawa Prefectural Museum & Art Museum, photographed April 18, 2026. Venue reference only; not a view of the exhibition.

Capture date (source): 2026-04-18

Photo: Alf Altendorf · Source · CC BY-SA 4.0

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Okinawa · Okinawa Prefectural Museum & Art Museum

Shurijo Castle and Ryukyu - Chinese Relations: The Context Underpinning Royal Authority

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Read Ryukyu–China diplomacy and royal authority through documents and maps.

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Closed: Closed Mondays, moving to the next weekday for holiday Mondays. Open November 23, January 11 and March 22; closed November 24, January 12 and March 23. Closed December 28, 2026–January 4, 2027.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Closed Mondays, moving to the next weekday for holiday Mondays. Open November 23, January 11 and March 22; closed November 24, January 12 and March 23. Closed December 28, 2026–January 4, 2027.

09:00–18:00, Fridays/Saturdays until 20:00. Last admission 30 minutes before closing. Museum permanent-gallery ticket: adults ¥530; high-school/university students ¥270; out-of-prefecture elementary/junior-high pupils ¥150. Okinawa pupils, preschoolers, ages 70+, disability-certificate holders and one carer enter free, with proof where applicable. Group rates for 20+. No advance-booking requirement is stated for ordinary admission; tickets are sold at the entrance. Groups should apply in advance. Closed Mondays, moving to the next weekday for holiday Mondays. Open November 23, January 11 and March 22; closed November 24, January 12 and March 23. Closed December 28, 2026–January 4, 2027. Museum permanent galleries and art collection galleries were free on November 1, 2026 (Ryukyu History and Culture Day).

Included in museum permanent-gallery admission. Separate from the third-floor Shurijo special exhibition and its ticket. Museum permanent galleries and art collection galleries were free on November 1, 2026 (Ryukyu History and Culture Day).

1F museum permanent galleries, History section, phase 3.

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Tokyo · The National Museum of Modern Art, Tokyo

Takehisa Yumeji: An Artist Who Defined His Era

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Trace Yumeji’s creativity from painting to book design and everyday objects.

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Closed: Normally Mondays. Additional confirmed closures 2026-11-24. 2026-12-28–2027-01-01. Open exceptions 2026-11-23, 2027-01-11.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Normally Mondays. Additional confirmed closures 2026-11-24. 2026-12-28–2027-01-01. Open exceptions 2026-11-23, 2027-01-11.

10:00–17:00, Fridays/Saturdays until 20:00; last entry 30 minutes before closing. Adults ¥2,100, university ¥1,200, high school ¥700. No timed booking. First display through Nov 23, second from Nov 25; some works rotate. Includes same-day MOMAT Collection.

Daily-calendar verification: 2026-11-01–2027-01-11

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The wooden west gate and entrance path of the Omiya Bonsai Art Museum, surrounded by greenery
Venue reference · not the exhibition

West gate of the Omiya Bonsai Art Museum, Saitama. Photographed June 28, 2025 (date stated by the photographer). Venue reference photo, not a view of the current exhibitions.

Capture date (source): 2025-06-28 (photographer-declared)

Photo: Souka Kinmei · Source · CC BY 4.0

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Saitama · Omiya Bonsai Art Museum, special exhibition room

Suiseki / Mount Analogue: Ryo Ohwada Photography

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Watch tiny stone surfaces become vast landscapes through photography.

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Closed: Normally Thursdays.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Normally Thursdays.

Closed Thursdays except public holidays, plus New Year and installation closures. Entire museum closed Jan 14–Feb 7, 2027 for LED work; further closures may be added. Mar–Oct 09:00–16:30; Nov–Feb 09:00–16:00. Last entry 30 minutes before closing. Adults ¥310; high-school/university students and ages 65+ ¥150; elementary/junior-high ¥100. General-admission booking requirements are unconfirmed and separate from lecture/workshop registration.

Daily-calendar verification: 2026-11-01–2026-11-29

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Nagano · Hokusai Museum, Obuse

Exposition Hokusai Returns from Nantes: Masterpieces from Obuse

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Compare Hokusai’s prints and paintings across his career as works return from Nantes.

Verified dates, excluding closures and exhibition suspensions, appear in the daily calendar. Check admission and reservation conditions.

Closed: The current official guide states no regular closed day, also confirmed for 24 October 2026–17 January 2027. On 7–8 December 2026, only the festival-float gallery opens during exhibition changeover. Extra closures are announced separately.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: The current official guide states no regular closed day, also confirmed for 24 October 2026–17 January 2027. On 7–8 December 2026, only the festival-float gallery opens during exhibition changeover. Extra closures are announced separately.

Normally 09:00–17:00, last entry 16:30. On 31 December 2026 and 1 January 2027: 10:00–15:00, with last admission 30 minutes before closing. Adults ¥1,200; high-school/university students ¥500; elementary/junior-high students ¥300. No advance reservation requirement is stated for ordinary entry. Groups of 20+ should contact the museum ahead. Tel 026-247-5206. This temporary exhibition is unavailable December 7–8; only the float gallery opens.

Some works rotate between October 24–December 6 and December 9–January 17. This exhibition is unavailable December 7–8. December 31 and January 1: 10:00–15:00, admission until 14:30.

Hokusai-kan exhibition galleries. The float-gallery-only opening on December 7–8 does not provide access to this temporary exhibition.

Daily-calendar verification: 2026-11-01–2027-01-17

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The stone-panelled entrance facade of the National Museum of Modern Art, Kyoto, with its curved canopy and glass doors.
Venue reference · not the exhibition

Entrance facade of the National Museum of Modern Art, Kyoto, photographed on 7 January 2024. A dated venue reference, not the current exhibition or present conditions; the visible exhibition sign is from the time of capture.

Capture date (source): 2024-01-07

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Kyoto · The National Museum of Modern Art, Kyoto

Collection Gallery 2026–2027, Exhibition 3

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Explore painting, craft and photography through a varied selection of modern-art themes.

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Closed: Normally Mondays. Additional confirmed closures 2026-11-24, 2026-12-29–2027-01-03, 2027-01-12. Open exceptions 2026-11-23, 2027-01-11.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Normally Mondays. Additional confirmed closures 2026-11-24, 2026-12-29–2027-01-03, 2027-01-12. Open exceptions 2026-11-23, 2027-01-11.

Closed Mondays. Open exceptions: 2026-11-23, 2027-01-11. Additional closures: 2026-11-24, 2027-01-12. Closed 2026-12-29 through 2027-01-03. 10:00–18:00; Fridays until 20:00; last entry 30 minutes before closing. Adults ¥1,000; university ¥500. No timed reservation; tickets available at the counter or online. Recheck rotations and temporary changes. Collection admission is free on November 3 and 15; the jewelry exhibition remains paid.

Daily-calendar verification: 2026-11-01–2027-01-17

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The stone-panelled entrance facade of the National Museum of Modern Art, Kyoto, with its curved canopy and glass doors.
Venue reference · not the exhibition

Entrance facade of the National Museum of Modern Art, Kyoto, photographed on 7 January 2024. A dated venue reference, not the current exhibition or present conditions; the visible exhibition sign is from the time of capture.

Capture date (source): 2024-01-07

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Kyoto · The National Museum of Modern Art, Kyoto

Who Does Jewelry Dream Of?

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Consider the body and self-expression through the intimate scale of postwar Japanese jewelry.

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Closed: Normally Mondays. Additional confirmed closures 2026-11-24, 2026-12-29–2027-01-03, 2027-01-12. Open exceptions 2026-11-23, 2027-01-11.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Normally Mondays. Additional confirmed closures 2026-11-24, 2026-12-29–2027-01-03, 2027-01-12. Open exceptions 2026-11-23, 2027-01-11.

Closed Mondays. Open exceptions: 2026-11-23, 2027-01-11. Additional closures: 2026-11-24, 2027-01-12. Closed 2026-12-29 through 2027-01-03. 10:00–18:00; Fridays until 20:00; last entry 30 minutes before closing. Adults ¥2,000; university ¥1,300; high-school ¥600. Includes the collection exhibition. No timed reservation; tickets available at the counter or online. Recheck rotations and temporary changes.

Daily-calendar verification: 2026-11-01–2027-01-17

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Kyushu National Museum with a sweeping glass facade reflecting sky and trees, an outdoor plaza with wooden tables, and a covered white-columned walkway on the right.
Venue reference · not the exhibition

The curved roof and glass facade of Kyushu National Museum, photographed on 20 September 2024. A dated venue reference, not the current exhibition or present conditions.

Capture date (source): 2024-09-20

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Fukuoka · Kyushu National Museum 4F Cultural Exchange Exhibition L室

Kyuhaku’s Ryukyu Collection

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Feature display

Explore Ryukyuan painting, textiles and mother-of-pearl lacquerwork, shaped by a history of exchange.

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Closed: Normally Mondays. Additional confirmed closures 2026-11-24. Open exceptions 2026-11-23.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Normally Mondays. Additional confirmed closures 2026-11-24. Open exceptions 2026-11-23.

Closed Mondays. Open exceptions: 2026-11-23. Additional closures: 2026-11-24. 09:30–17:00; Saturdays during special exhibitions until 19:00; last entry 30 minutes before closing. Adults ¥700; university students ¥350; high-school students and younger, under-18s and ages 70+ free with proof. Counter and online tickets listed; timed-entry requirements unverified. Recheck rotations and temporary changes.

Part of the fourth-floor Cultural Exchange Exhibition and included in its admission, with no separate charge.

Daily-calendar verification: 2026-11-01–2026-12-06

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Curved glass façade detail at The National Art Center, Tokyo, with repeating glass sunshades and supports.
Venue reference · not the exhibition

Detail of the curved glass façade at The National Art Center, Tokyo, photographed on 1 June 2024. A historical venue reference, not an exhibition view, an interior room or current event conditions.

Capture date (source): 2024-06-01

Photo: Rob Oo · Source · CC BY 4.0

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Tokyo · The National Art Center, Tokyo

Shojo Manga Infinity: Moto Hagio, Ryoko Yamagishi, and Waki Yamato

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Explore the expanding possibilities of shojo manga through original art by three pioneering creators.

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Closed: Normally Tuesdays. Additional confirmed closures 2026-11-04. 2026-12-28–2027-01-05. Open exceptions 2026-11-03, 2026-12-08.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Normally Tuesdays. Additional confirmed closures 2026-11-04. 2026-12-28–2027-01-05. Open exceptions 2026-11-03, 2026-12-08.

10:00–18:00, Fridays/Saturdays until 20:00; last entry 30 minutes before closing. Adults ¥2,200, university ¥1,000, high school ¥500. Color artworks rotate: first display through Dec 14, second from Dec 16. Same-day tickets sold at the entrance.

Daily-calendar verification: 2026-11-01–2027-02-08

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The wooden west gate and entrance path of the Omiya Bonsai Art Museum, surrounded by greenery
Venue reference · not the exhibition

West gate of the Omiya Bonsai Art Museum, Saitama. Photographed June 28, 2025 (date stated by the photographer). Venue reference photo, not a view of the current exhibitions.

Capture date (source): 2025-06-28 (photographer-declared)

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Saitama · Omiya Bonsai Art Museum, collection gallery and bonsai garden

Bonsai through the Seasons: November: Deepening Colors

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Catch bonsai maples and other deciduous trees in autumn color.

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Closed: Normally Thursdays.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Normally Thursdays.

Closed Thursdays except public holidays, plus New Year and installation closures. Entire museum closed Jan 14–Feb 7, 2027 for LED work; further closures may be added. Mar–Oct 09:00–16:30; Nov–Feb 09:00–16:00. Last entry 30 minutes before closing. Adults ¥310; high-school/university students and ages 65+ ¥150; elementary/junior-high ¥100. General-admission booking requirements are unconfirmed and separate from lecture/workshop registration.

Bonsai rotate weekly; specific specimens and bloom timing are not guaranteed.

Daily-calendar verification: 2026-11-01–2026-11-25

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Curved glass façade detail at The National Art Center, Tokyo, with repeating glass sunshades and supports.
Venue reference · not the exhibition

Detail of the curved glass façade at The National Art Center, Tokyo, photographed on 1 June 2024. A historical venue reference, not an exhibition view, an interior room or current event conditions.

Capture date (source): 2024-06-01

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Tokyo · The National Art Center, Tokyo, Galleries 1A , 1B , 1C , 1D , 2A , 2B , 2C , 2D , 3A , 3B

119th Nitten

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Public association exhibition

Discover a range of artistic approaches in this independently organized exhibition.

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Closed: Normally Tuesdays. Additional confirmed closures 2026-11-04. Open exceptions 2026-11-03.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Normally Tuesdays. Additional confirmed closures 2026-11-04. Open exceptions 2026-11-03.

Normally 10:00–18:00, last entry 17:30. Paid admission; see the official listing for adult and concession rates. The final day closes earlier where stated below. Closed Tuesdays, except holidays with next-weekday closure; official calendar exceptions applied. Booking requirements are not specified. Final-day closing: 18:00. Adult admission: ¥1,500. Final day 2026-11-22: closes 18:00, last entry 17:30.

Final day 2026-11-22: closes 18:00, last entry 17:30.

Daily-calendar verification: 2026-11-01–2026-11-22

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Aomori · Aomori Museum of Art

Lieko Shiga: Nanumokanumo

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Trace Tohoku’s places and memories through photography, video and installations.

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Closed: Additional confirmed closures 2026-11-09, 2026-11-24, 2026-12-14, 2026-12-24–2027-01-01, 2027-01-12, 2027-01-25, 2027-02-08, 2027-02-13–2027-02-25, 2027-03-08.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Additional confirmed closures 2026-11-09, 2026-11-24, 2026-12-14, 2026-12-24–2027-01-01, 2027-01-12, 2027-01-25, 2027-02-08, 2027-02-13–2027-02-25, 2027-03-08.

09:30–17:00, last admission 16:30. Dated closures apply. Online tickets available; no mandatory individual time reservation identified. Groups require an application. Adults ¥1,700, university students ¥1,200; under-19/high-school free. Nov14, Dec19 and Jan16 open until 20:00, last admission 19:30.

Daily-calendar verification: 2026-11-01–2027-03-14

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Kakubuen garden at the Homma Museum of Art, May 2025 reference photo. Not a view of the Ukiyo-e exhibition.
Venue reference · not the exhibition

Kakubuen garden at the Homma Museum of Art, May 2025 reference photo. Not a view of the Ukiyo-e exhibition.

Capture date (source): 2025-05-05

Photo: 掬茶 · Source · CC BY-SA 4.0

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Yamagata · Homma Museum of Art, Sakata

Ukiyo-e from the Homma Family Collection

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Art exhibition

Ukiyo-e prints passed down in the Homma family, including works of the Utagawa school.

The daily calendar shows only checked opening dates. Check admission and booking conditions.

Closed: Open daily in November. Closed Tuesdays and Wednesdays in December: December 1, 2, 8 and 9 within the exhibition.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Open daily in November. Closed Tuesdays and Wednesdays in December: December 1, 2, 8 and 9 within the exhibition.

Open every day in November; closed Tuesdays and Wednesdays in December. Night Museum operates only on specified dates such as November 7 and 14.

Facility admission fee required. The nighttime program is offered only on specified dates.

Normally 09:00–16:30, last admission 16:00. On November 7 and 14 only, open until 18:30, last admission 18:00.

Daily-calendar verification: 2026-11-01–2026-12-14

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Ishikawa · 21st Century Museum of Contemporary Art, Kanazawa

From Today to Tomorrow: Passing Art On

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Art exhibition

An exhibition about preserving and presenting contemporary artworks for the future.

The daily calendar shows only checked opening dates. Check admission and booking conditions. Dates from April onward are the announced exhibition period, not verified daily opening.

Closed: Closed Mondays except November 23, January 11 and March 22. Also closed November 24, December 29–January 1, January 12 and March 23. Exhibition closure does not necessarily mean the entire public area is closed.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Closed Mondays except November 23, January 11 and March 22. Also closed November 24, December 29–January 1, January 12 and March 23. Exhibition closure does not necessarily mean the entire public area is closed.

A paid exhibition. Online tickets specifying a date and time are available. Experiences involving individual works have separate conditions, such as same-day reservations and capacity limits.

Some works rotate, and performances occur only during specified periods. Not all works are available every day.

10:00–18:00, Fridays/Saturdays until 20:00, but January 2–3 until 17:00. Adult ¥1,200 (web ¥1,000). Individual experiences and performances have separate booking/dates.

Daily-calendar verification: 2026-11-01–2027-03-31

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Aichi · INAX MUSEUMS

The Harder The Job, The More Interesting the Result: Architectural Ceramics Made To Order

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Explore custom architectural ceramics through eleven projects spanning restoration and contemporary buildings.

Verified dates, excluding closures and exhibition suspensions, appear in the daily calendar. Check admission and reservation conditions.

Closed: Closed Wednesdays except public holidays, and December 26, 2026–January 4, 2027. Open January 6 and 13 despite being Wednesdays. This exhibition alone is closed December 21–25.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Closed Wednesdays except public holidays, and December 26, 2026–January 4, 2027. Open January 6 and 13 despite being Wednesdays. This exhibition alone is closed December 21–25.

10:00–17:00; admission until 16:30. Combined admission: adults ¥1,000; students ¥800; junior/high-school students ¥500; elementary students ¥250. Ordinary admission tickets are available at the museum. Groups of 20+ should reserve at least one week ahead. Workshop reservations are separate. Closed Wednesdays except public holidays, and December 26, 2026–January 4, 2027. Open January 6 and 13 despite being Wednesdays. This exhibition alone is closed December 21–25. Ages 70+ ¥900. Preschoolers, disability-certificate holders and one carer enter free.

This exhibition alone is suspended December 21–25; all museum facilities close December 26–January 4. January 6 and 13 are open. The show ends April 6, but daily dates stop March 31. Ages 70+ ¥900. Preschoolers, disability-certificate holders and one carer enter free.

Special exhibition room in the Clay Works building.

Daily-calendar verification: 2026-11-01–2027-03-31

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The black facade, large window, planted terrace and lower floors of Nakanoshima Museum of Art, Osaka, viewed from an outdoor pedestrian deck. A pedestrian with a parasol is seen from behind at the right edge.
Venue reference · not the exhibition

Nakanoshima Museum of Art, Osaka, photographed on 24 August 2026. An exterior venue reference, not the displays of any listed exhibition or event, or current conditions.

Capture date (source): 2026-08-24

Photo: Sakai Yayoi · Source · CC0 1.0

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Osaka · Nakanoshima Museum of Art, Osaka 4F Gallery

Japanese Art from the British Museum: Edo Painting Across the Seas

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Explore Edo painting and ukiyo-e collected overseas, and the connections that brought them together.

Verified dates, excluding closures, also appear in the daily calendar. Check admission and booking conditions.

Closed: Normally Mondays. Additional confirmed closures 2026-11-24, 2026-12-31–2027-01-01, 2027-01-12. Open exceptions 2026-11-23, 2027-01-11.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Normally Mondays. Additional confirmed closures 2026-11-24, 2026-12-31–2027-01-01, 2027-01-12. Open exceptions 2026-11-23, 2027-01-11.

Closed Mondays. Open exceptions: 2026-11-23, 2027-01-11. Additional closures: 2026-11-24, 2026-12-31, 2027-01-01, 2027-01-12. 10:00–17:00; Fridays until 20:00; last entry 30 minutes before closing. Adults ¥2,300; high-school/university ¥1,400; primary/junior-high ¥500. Individual timed-entry requirements are unverified. Recheck rotations and temporary changes.

Daily-calendar verification: 2026-11-01–2027-01-31

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Wakayama · Wakayama City Museum, second-floor special exhibition room

The World of Kawai Koume

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History and archaeology exhibition

Diaries and paintings by Kawai Koume offer a view of everyday life in historical Wakayama.

The daily calendar shows only checked opening dates. Check admission and booking conditions.

Closed: Closed Mondays except holidays, and the day after public holidays. Within the exhibition, closed November 2, 4, 9, 16, 24 and 30.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Closed Mondays except holidays, and the day after public holidays. Within the exhibition, closed November 2, 4, 9, 16, 24 and 30.

Adults/university students ¥700; high-school students and younger free. Free November 14–15. The November 22 free-admission notice has a conflicting weekday; confirm with the museum before visiting. The lecture has a separate date.

Daily-calendar verification: 2026-11-01–2026-12-06

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Yamaguchi · Hagi Uragami Museum

Three Concurrent Ceramic Exhibitions in Hagi

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Art exhibition

Three concurrent displays explore new Hagi ware, Handeishi pottery and contemporary ceramic works.

The daily calendar shows only checked opening dates. Check admission and booking conditions.

Closed: Closed Mondays except holidays and the first Monday during the exhibition; a holiday Monday is followed by closure on the next weekday. Open November 2 and 23 and December 7; closed November 24.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Closed Mondays except holidays and the first Monday during the exhibition; a holiday Monday is followed by closure on the next weekday. Open November 2 and 23 and December 7; closed November 24.

A paid combined ticket covers the three displays. Tea ceremonies run only November 14–15, cost extra and require advance booking or a limited same-day place.

Daily-calendar verification: 2026-11-01–2026-12-20

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Kyushu National Museum with a sweeping glass facade reflecting sky and trees, an outdoor plaza with wooden tables, and a covered white-columned walkway on the right.
Venue reference · not the exhibition

The curved roof and glass facade of Kyushu National Museum, photographed on 20 September 2024. A dated venue reference, not the current exhibition or present conditions.

Capture date (source): 2024-09-20

Photo: ノボホショコロトソ · Source · CC BY 4.0

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Fukuoka · Kyushu National Museum 3F Special Exhibition Gallery

Himiko’s Mirrors: The Making of Yamato Kingship

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Follow ancient bronze mirrors to explore the networks and power behind early Yamato kingship.

Verified dates, excluding closures, also appear in the daily calendar. Check admission and booking conditions.

Closed: Normally Mondays. Additional confirmed closures 2026-11-24, 2026-12-24–2026-12-27, 2026-12-29–2026-12-31. Open exceptions 2026-11-23, 2027-01-11.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Normally Mondays. Additional confirmed closures 2026-11-24, 2026-12-24–2026-12-27, 2026-12-29–2026-12-31. Open exceptions 2026-11-23, 2027-01-11.

Closed Mondays. Open exceptions: 2026-11-23, 2027-01-11. Additional closures: 2026-11-24, 2026-12-24, 2026-12-25, 2026-12-26, 2026-12-27, 2026-12-29, 2026-12-30, 2026-12-31. 09:30–17:00; Saturdays during special exhibitions until 19:00; last entry 30 minutes before closing. Adults ¥2,000; university ¥1,200; high-school and under-18 free. Tickets sold only at the venue during the exhibition; no advance sale. Includes 4F collection. Recheck rotations and temporary changes.

Daily-calendar verification: 2026-11-01–2027-01-11

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Saga · Saga Prefectural Museum and Art Museum

Friday Road Show and Studio Ghibli Exhibition in Saga

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Art exhibition

Explore Studio Ghibli films alongside their television-broadcast history.

The daily calendar shows only checked opening dates. Check admission and booking conditions.

Closed: Closed Mondays except November 23 and January 11, with next-day closures. Also closed December 28–January 1.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Closed Mondays except November 23 and January 11, with next-day closures. Also closed December 28–January 1.

Regular admission tickets must be purchased before arrival; there are no venue sales. Timed entry applies on weekends, public holidays and all open dates from December 22. Only non-holiday weekdays from November 4 to December 18 are untimed.

Same-day purchases must also be made through ticket agencies, subject to remaining availability. Timed tickets may still involve a wait. Purchased tickets cannot be changed, cancelled or refunded.

Closed Mondays except November 23 and January 11; closed instead on November 24 and January 12. Also closed December 28–January 1.

Open 09:30–18:00, last admission 17:00. On open Fridays, Saturdays and days before public holidays, closes at 20:00, last admission 19:00. Closure dates remain closed.

Enter on the art-museum side. Generally no re-entry. Strollers and large luggage are not permitted. Public transport is recommended because parking is limited.

Lawson paper tickets must be issued before arrival; the official FAQ directs visitors to Lawson. Invitation-ticket holders need no reservation but must bring their invitation or other required document and may still wait.

Daily-calendar verification: 2026-11-03–2027-02-14

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Stepped concrete exterior walls of the Okinawa Prefectural Museum & Art Museum, with branches and a street lamp in front.
Venue reference · not the exhibition

Exterior detail of the Okinawa Prefectural Museum & Art Museum, photographed April 18, 2026. Venue reference only; not a view of the exhibition.

Capture date (source): 2026-04-18

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Okinawa · Okinawa Prefectural Museum & Art Museum

Pictorial Maps and Folding Screen Depicting Shuri and Naha

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Compare historic Shuri and Naha Port through folding screens and pictorial maps.

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Closed: Closed Mondays, moving to the next weekday for holiday Mondays. Open November 23, January 11 and March 22; closed November 24, January 12 and March 23. Closed December 28, 2026–January 4, 2027.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Closed Mondays, moving to the next weekday for holiday Mondays. Open November 23, January 11 and March 22; closed November 24, January 12 and March 23. Closed December 28, 2026–January 4, 2027.

09:00–18:00, Fridays/Saturdays until 20:00. Last admission 30 minutes before closing. Museum permanent-gallery ticket: adults ¥530; high-school/university students ¥270; out-of-prefecture elementary/junior-high pupils ¥150. Okinawa pupils, preschoolers, ages 70+, disability-certificate holders and one carer enter free, with proof where applicable. Group rates for 20+. No advance-booking requirement is stated for ordinary admission; tickets are sold at the entrance. Groups should apply in advance. Closed Mondays, moving to the next weekday for holiday Mondays. Open November 23, January 11 and March 22; closed November 24, January 12 and March 23. Closed December 28, 2026–January 4, 2027.

Included in museum permanent-gallery admission. Separate from the third-floor Shurijo special exhibition and its ticket.

1F museum permanent galleries, Arts and Crafts section, phase 3.

Daily-calendar verification: 2026-11-03–2026-12-13

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Yamagata · Yamagata Museum of Art

Art of Yamagata: Mountains, Rivers and Life

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Discover Yamagata’s landscapes and ways of life through art.

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Closed: Normally Mondays. Additional confirmed closures 2026-11-17, 2026-11-24. Open exceptions 2026-11-23.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Normally Mondays. Additional confirmed closures 2026-11-17, 2026-11-24. Open exceptions 2026-11-23.

Normally10:00–17:00, last admission16:30; Mondays and extra closures apply. Collection-only rates: adults ¥800, high-school/university ¥400, schoolchildren ¥200. Special-exhibition rates apply during special shows. Individual booking requirements unconfirmed. Elementary and junior-high pupils enter free on Saturdays and Sunday mornings.

Daily-calendar verification: 2026-11-05–2026-12-06

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Yamagata · Yamagata Museum of Art

Michinoku Art Festival 2026: Light of the Mountains

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Encounter work by visiting artists and local residents in a festival rooted in Yamagata.

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Closed: Normally Mondays.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Normally Mondays.

Museum venue 10:00–17:00, last admission16:30; closed Monday Nov9. Festival exhibitions free; first-floor collection and some events are charged. Other venues have different schedules.

Daily-calendar verification: 2026-11-05–2026-11-15

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Osaka · National Museum of Ethnology (Minpaku)

Everyone’s Gekkan Minpaku: Participatory Panel Display

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A participatory display of magazine covers and illustrations, viewed through readers’ perspectives.

Verified dates, excluding closures and exhibition suspensions, appear in the daily calendar. Check admission and reservation conditions.

Closed: Closed Wednesdays, or the next weekday when Wednesday is a holiday; also December 28–January 4. Severe weather or park closure can cause extra closures.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Closed Wednesdays, or the next weekday when Wednesday is a holiday; also December 28–January 4. Severe weather or park closure can cause extra closures.

10:00–17:00; last admission 16:30. The entrance hall is accessible without a gallery ticket. No separate display fee is stated in the announcement. No mandatory advance reservation is stated for ordinary visits. Group visits require advance booking; associated events have separate arrangements. Closed Wednesdays, or the next weekday when Wednesday is a holiday; also December 28–January 4. Severe weather or park closure can cause extra closures.

Associated talks are on November 15 only; the afternoon talk uses same-day tickets distributed from 10:30. Display days exclude Wednesdays.

Main-building first-floor entrance hall. This record covers the display, not daily performances of the November 15 talks.

Daily-calendar verification: 2026-11-05–2026-11-24

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Okayama · Okayama City Museum, fourth-floor special exhibition gallery

Ikeda Collection: The Edo Shogunate, Okayama and Korea

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History and archaeology exhibition

Maps and documents explore the relations between the Edo shogunate, Okayama domain and Korea.

The daily calendar shows only checked opening dates. Check admission and booking conditions.

Closed: Closed Mondays except November 23; closed November 24 instead.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Closed Mondays except November 23; closed November 24 instead.

General admission is paid. 10:00–18:00; last admission 17:30.

The November 14 lecture requires advance telephone registration, first 70 applicants. The lecture is not held every day of the event period.

Adults JPY 310. 10:00–18:00, last admission 17:30.

Daily-calendar verification: 2026-11-07–2026-12-06

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Ibaraki · Ibaraki Ceramic Art Museum, Citizens’ Gallery

An Unpretentious Photography Exhibition

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Discover photography in the Citizens’ Gallery.

Verified dates, excluding closures, also appear in the daily calendar. Check admission and booking conditions.

Closed: Normally Mondays.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Normally Mondays.

Closed Mondays, or the next weekday after a holiday Monday. Open Nov 2 and closed Nov 4, 2026. Extra closure Dec 25–27, followed by the regular Dec 28 closure and Dec 29–Jan 1 holidays. Gallery 1 only is closed Nov 30–Feb 9. Museum reference hours: 09:30–17:00. Display-specific first/last-day hours are not published. Display-specific fee unconfirmed; do not apply the special-exhibition price. Individual booking requirements are unconfirmed. Groups of 20+ should telephone in advance. Check separate rules for loan-gallery displays.

Daily-calendar verification: 2026-11-10–2026-11-15

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Venue reference: the TOTO Museum’s white curved exterior beside roadside planting, photographed 24 February 2026.
Venue reference · not the exhibition

Venue reference: the TOTO Museum exterior in Kitakyushu, photographed 24 February 2026. Not a photograph of Suzuko Yamada’s parallel tunes exhibition or current conditions.

Capture date (source): 2026-02-24

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Fukuoka · TOTO Museum

TOTO GALLERY·MA Traveling Exhibition in Kitakyushu: Suzuko Yamada, parallel tunes

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Discover Suzuko Yamada’s architectural world through an exhibition conceived as an environment of nature, living things and landscape.

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Closed: Closed every Monday, including holidays, plus summer and New Year breaks. Closed 26 December 2026–4 January 2027.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Closed every Monday, including holidays, plus summer and New Year breaks. Closed 26 December 2026–4 January 2027.

10:00–17:00; admission until 16:30. Free. Self-guided visits for up to 19 people without a charter bus need no reservation. Guides, groups of 20+ and charter buses require booking. Closed every Monday, including holidays, and December 26, 2026–January 4, 2027.

Closed every Monday, including holidays, and December 26–January 4. The November 9 lecture is a separate advance-booking event, not a normal exhibition opening day.

TOTO Museum special exhibition room, Kitakyushu, not the Tokyo GALLERY·MA.

Daily-calendar verification: 2026-11-10–2027-03-07

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Ibaraki · The Museum of Modern Art, Ibaraki, Mito

Natsuyuki Nakanishi Retrospective, Ibaraki

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Art exhibition

Paintings, objects and archival material trace Natsuyuki Nakanishi’s artistic practice.

The daily calendar shows only checked opening dates. Check admission and booking conditions.

Closed: Closed Mondays except November 23 and January 11, with next-day closures. New Year closure is December 29–January 1; December 28 and January 4 are also closed as Mondays.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Closed Mondays except November 23 and January 11, with next-day closures. New Year closure is December 29–January 1; December 28 and January 4 are also closed as Mondays.

Open 09:30–17:00, with last admission at 16:30. Standard admission is JPY 1,240 for adults, JPY 620 for ages 70+, JPY 980 for high-school students and JPY 550 for elementary/junior-high students. Exhibition admission also covers the collection galleries on the same day.

Closed Mondays, except 23 November and 11 January; closed on the following days, 24 November and 12 January. The New Year closure is 29 December–1 January; 28 December is also closed because it is a Monday.

2026-11-13: Admission is free for everyone on Ibaraki Prefectural Citizens’ Day. Ages 70+ enter free on 21 November. High-school students and younger enter free on Saturdays except 26 December and 2 January. Proof of age or status may be requested.

The 29 November workshop is for junior-high-school age and older who can join a group activity handling heavy metal rings. It has about 15 places and advance online application; applications close when full. An unused exhibition ticket for that day is required, and the JPY 50 insurance fee is paid in cash at reception. These are separate conditions from general exhibition viewing.

The 12 December butoh performance starts at 17:00 in the first-floor entrance hall and lasts about 60 minutes including a talk. It is free and requires application, with some walk-in places also offered. Viewing is generally standing, with limited priority seating for visitors who cannot stand throughout. The performance does not extend the exhibition galleries’ opening hours.

Adults JPY 1,240. December 26 and January 2 are excluded from Saturday free admission for high-school students and younger.

Daily-calendar verification: 2026-11-12–2027-01-17

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Miyagi · The Miyagi Museum of Art, Sendai

Encountering Contemporary Art Now

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Art exhibition

An exhibition inviting encounters with contemporary art through colour, form and other themes.

The daily calendar shows only checked opening dates. Check admission and booking conditions.

Closed: Closed Mondays except November 23 and January 11, with next-day closures. Closed December 26–January 6 over New Year.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Closed Mondays except November 23 and January 11, with next-day closures. Closed December 26–January 6 over New Year.

Open 09:30–17:00; ticket sales end at 16:30. Day tickets cost JPY 1,500 for adults, JPY 1,300 for students and JPY 750 for elementary through high-school students. This ticket also includes the collection galleries.

Closed Mondays, except 23 November and 11 January; closed on the following days, 24 November and 12 January. The New Year closure runs from 26 December through 6 January.

Advance tickets are sold through 13 November: JPY 1,300 for adults, JPY 1,100 for students and JPY 600 for elementary through high-school students. They are not sold at the museum reception; use the outlets listed on the official page.

The 29 November Try Day is for ages 16+, with six places per session and advance applications due by 15 November; a lottery applies if oversubscribed. Participation is free but requires that day’s special-exhibition ticket.

Kids’ programmes require advance application, with a lottery if oversubscribed. Applications for 15 November have closed. The 5 December session has a 20 November deadline; applications for 9 January run from 5 to 25 December. Session A is for preschool children ages 3–6 with a guardian; B is for children in school grades 1–4 only. A special-exhibition ticket for that day is also required. These conditions are separate from general exhibition viewing.

Daily-calendar verification: 2026-11-14–2027-01-24

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The black facade, large window, planted terrace and lower floors of Nakanoshima Museum of Art, Osaka, viewed from an outdoor pedestrian deck. A pedestrian with a parasol is seen from behind at the right edge.
Venue reference · not the exhibition

Nakanoshima Museum of Art, Osaka, photographed on 24 August 2026. An exterior venue reference, not the displays of any listed exhibition or event, or current conditions.

Capture date (source): 2026-08-24

Photo: Sakai Yayoi · Source · CC0 1.0

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Osaka · Nakanoshima Museum of Art, Osaka 2F Multipurpose Space

Osaka Directory 13: Tachibana Hazuki

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New large-scale works reconsider self-portraiture, the body and the act of seeing.

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Closed: Normally Mondays. Additional confirmed closures 2026-11-24. Open exceptions 2026-11-23.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Normally Mondays. Additional confirmed closures 2026-11-24. Open exceptions 2026-11-23.

Closed Mondays. Open exceptions: 2026-11-23. Additional closures: 2026-11-24. 10:00–17:00. Free. Individual timed-entry requirements are unverified. Recheck rotations and temporary changes.

Daily-calendar verification: 2026-11-14–2026-12-13

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Glass facade of Shimane Art Museum and its lakeside path beside Lake Shinji.
Venue reference · not the exhibition

Shimane Art Museum beside Lake Shinji, photographed in March 2026 as a venue reference. This is not a view of the 59th Shimane Prefectural Art Exhibition.

Capture date (source): 2026-03-21

Photo: Spiegel · Source · CC BY 4.0

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Shimane · Shimane Art Museum

59th Shimane Prefectural Art Exhibition

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Art exhibition

An exhibition of selected artworks from Shimane Prefecture.

The daily calendar shows only checked opening dates. Check admission and booking conditions.

Closed: Closed Tuesdays; November 17, 2026 is the closure during this exhibition. The final day, November 22, closes at 15:00.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Closed Tuesdays; November 17, 2026 is the closure during this exhibition. The final day, November 22, closes at 15:00.

Free admission. Regular hours are 10:00–18:30, with gallery admission until 18:00. On the final day, 22 November, hours are 10:00–15:00.

Closed on Tuesday 17 November. The travelling exhibition on 27–30 November takes place at Shimane Iwami Art Museum in Masuda, with a different venue and opening hours.

The crafts workshop on 14 November is a separate programme. Check participation arrangements and capacity with the organiser.

The official exhibition page does not state whether general viewing requires a reservation. Check the latest guidance before visiting.

Daily-calendar verification: 2026-11-14–2026-11-22

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Yamagata · Yamagata Museum of Art

Hokuten: Members and Open-Call Exhibition

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Explore local creativity through members’ work and open-call submissions.

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Closed: Normally Mondays. Open exceptions 2026-11-23.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Normally Mondays. Open exceptions 2026-11-23.

Normally 10:00–17:00; last admission 16:30. Normally closed Mondays; dated calendars override for holidays and additional closures. Individual booking requirements are unconfirmed. Paid; amount unconfirmed.

Organizer-specific first- and last-day shortened hours remain unverified.

Daily-calendar verification: 2026-11-19–2026-11-23

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Yamagata · Yamagata Museum of Art

Yamagata Physicians’ Art Exhibition

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Discover the creative work of physicians in this local art exhibition.

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Closed: Normally Mondays. Open exceptions 2026-11-23.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Normally Mondays. Open exceptions 2026-11-23.

Normally 10:00–17:00; last admission 16:30. Normally closed Mondays; dated calendars override for holidays and additional closures. Individual booking requirements are unconfirmed. No paid-admission marker in the annual schedule; confirm admission with the organizer.

Organizer-specific first- and last-day shortened hours remain unverified.

Daily-calendar verification: 2026-11-19–2026-11-23

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Iwate · Iwate Museum of Art

Henry Moore

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Explore Moore’s sculptural imagination through works from the Hakone Open-Air Museum.

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Closed: Additional confirmed closures 2026-11-24, 2026-11-30, 2026-12-07. Open exceptions 2026-11-23.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Additional confirmed closures 2026-11-24, 2026-11-30, 2026-12-07. Open exceptions 2026-11-23.

09:30–18:00, last admission 17:30. Open Nov 23; closed Nov 24/30 and Dec 7. Advance ¥800/500/300, same-day ¥1,000/600/400 (adult/student/schoolchild). Preschoolers free; Seven Ticket adds ¥110 per ticket. Mandatory reservations not established. Advance sales end Nov 20. Disability-certificate discounts for the holder and one companion are handled at the museum counter.

Daily-calendar verification: 2026-11-21–2026-12-13

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The white timber facade and clock tower of the Former Nishitagawa District Office at Chido Museum, behind spring cherry blossoms, a road with vehicles and a small passerby, and a moat. Photographed on 13 April 2024.
Venue reference · not the exhibition

Historical museum-site reference: the Former Nishitagawa District Office at Chido Museum with spring cherry blossoms on 13 April 2024. This exhibition is in the separate Art Exhibition Hall. Not a photograph of this exhibition’s displays or current conditions.

Capture date (source): 2024-04-13

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Yamagata · Chido Museum, Tsuruoka

Sengoku Warlords in Their Letters: A Love-Hate View of the Age

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Read the diplomacy and personal dealings revealed in letters associated with Hideyoshi, Mogami Yoshiaki and Date Masamune.

Verified dates, excluding closures and exhibition suspensions, appear in the daily calendar. Check admission and reservation conditions.

Closed: Closed Wednesdays and December 28, 2026–January 6, 2027. The annual calendar and dated exhibition notice override the generic January 4 end of the New Year break.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Closed Wednesdays and December 28, 2026–January 6, 2027. The annual calendar and dated exhibition notice override the generic January 4 end of the New Year break.

March–November 09:00–17:00, last entry 16:30; December–February 09:00–16:30, last entry 16:00. Adults ¥1,000; high-school/university students ¥400; elementary/junior-high students ¥300. Includes permanent buildings and garden. No mandatory advance booking is stated for ordinary admission. Enquire about groups or guidance at 0235-22-1199 or through the official contact form. Closed Wednesdays. Also closed December 28, 2026–January 6, 2027. Disability-certificate holders (Mirairo ID accepted) and one accompanying person receive half-price admission.

An exhibition of historical documents. Closed Wednesdays and December 28–January 6. Closes at 17:00 in November and 16:30 in December/January, with admission ending 30 minutes earlier.

Chido Museum, Art Exhibition Hall.

Daily-calendar verification: 2026-11-21–2027-01-31

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Hiroshima · Fudenosato Kobo, Kumano

28th Fudenosato Arigato Etegami Award: Selected Works

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Brush-painted picture letters express thanks. General-division entries (high-school age and older) appear before New Year and children’s entries afterward, with rotations within each division.

Verified dates, excluding closures and exhibition suspensions, appear in the daily calendar. Check admission and reservation conditions.

Closed: Closed Mondays, moving to the next weekday after a public holiday. Closed December 28, 2026–January 4, 2027. Official calendar opens November 23, January 11 and March 22, and closes November 24, January 12 and March 23. Artwork changeover days are distinct from museum closures.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Closed Mondays, moving to the next weekday after a public holiday. Closed December 28, 2026–January 4, 2027. Official calendar opens November 23, January 11 and March 22, and closes November 24, January 12 and March 23. Artwork changeover days are distinct from museum closures.

09:30–17:00; last admission 16:30. Adults ¥800; elementary, junior-high and high-school pupils ¥400; preschool children free. Groups of 20+ pay ¥600/¥300. No advance-booking requirement is stated for general admission. Related events and making activities may need separate reservations. Etegami works are unavailable for changeover December 4 and January 15. General-division entries (high-school age and older) finish December 25; children’s entries start January 5. December 26–27 are also excluded from this exhibition’s viewing dates.

Fudenosato Kobo main building; an individual room number was not verified.

Daily-calendar verification: 2026-11-21–2027-01-24

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Venue reference: the Japan Folk Crafts Museum’s stone wall, gate and white-walled main building, seen across the street on 30 August 2026.
Venue reference · not the exhibition

Venue reference: front exterior of the Japan Folk Crafts Museum’s main building, photographed 30 August 2026. Not a photograph of this exhibition, its artworks, or current conditions.

Capture date (source): 2026-08-30

Photo: Nesnad · Source · CC BY 4.0

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Tokyo · The Japan Folk Crafts Museum

2026 Japan Folk Crafts Museum Exhibition: New Crafts Open Call

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Discover newly made handcrafts from across Japan.

Verified dates, excluding closures, also appear in the daily calendar. Check admission and booking conditions.

Closed: Normally Mondays. Additional confirmed closures 2026-11-24. Open exceptions 2026-11-23.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Normally Mondays. Additional confirmed closures 2026-11-24. Open exceptions 2026-11-23.

Closed Nov 24, Nov 30, Dec 7 and Dec 14. 10:00–17:00, last entry 16:30. Adults ¥1,500; university/high-school ¥800; junior-high and younger free. Online timed advance reservation required only Nov 22–23. West Hall opens Dec 9, 12 and 16.

Daily-calendar verification: 2026-11-22–2026-12-17

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Curved glass façade detail at The National Art Center, Tokyo, with repeating glass sunshades and supports.
Venue reference · not the exhibition

Detail of the curved glass façade at The National Art Center, Tokyo, photographed on 1 June 2024. A historical venue reference, not an exhibition view, an interior room or current event conditions.

Capture date (source): 2024-06-01

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Tokyo · The National Art Center, Tokyo, Galleries 1D

2026 Traditional Crafts Open Exhibition

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Public association exhibition

Discover a range of artistic approaches in this independently organized exhibition.

Verified dates, excluding closures, also appear in the daily calendar. Check admission and booking conditions.

Closed: Normally Tuesdays.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Normally Tuesdays.

Normally 10:00–18:00, last entry 17:30. Free admission. The final day closes earlier where stated below. Closed Tuesdays, except holidays with next-weekday closure; official calendar exceptions applied. Booking requirements are not specified. Final-day closing: 13:00. Final day 2026-12-07: closes 13:00, last entry 12:30.

Final day 2026-12-07: closes 13:00, last entry 12:30.

Daily-calendar verification: 2026-11-25–2026-12-07

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Curved glass façade detail at The National Art Center, Tokyo, with repeating glass sunshades and supports.
Venue reference · not the exhibition

Detail of the curved glass façade at The National Art Center, Tokyo, photographed on 1 June 2024. A historical venue reference, not an exhibition view, an interior room or current event conditions.

Capture date (source): 2024-06-01

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Tokyo · The National Art Center, Tokyo, Galleries 1C

JAGDA International Student Poster Award 2026

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Public association exhibition

Discover a range of artistic approaches in this independently organized exhibition.

Verified dates, excluding closures, also appear in the daily calendar. Check admission and booking conditions.

Closed: Normally Tuesdays.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Normally Tuesdays.

Normally 10:00–18:00, last entry 17:30. Free admission. The final day closes earlier where stated below. Closed Tuesdays, except holidays with next-weekday closure; official calendar exceptions applied. Booking requirements are not specified. Final-day closing: 15:00. Final day 2026-12-07: closes 15:00, last entry 14:30.

Final day 2026-12-07: closes 15:00, last entry 14:30.

Daily-calendar verification: 2026-11-25–2026-12-07

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Curved glass façade detail at The National Art Center, Tokyo, with repeating glass sunshades and supports.
Venue reference · not the exhibition

Detail of the curved glass façade at The National Art Center, Tokyo, photographed on 1 June 2024. A historical venue reference, not an exhibition view, an interior room or current event conditions.

Capture date (source): 2024-06-01

Photo: Rob Oo · Source · CC BY 4.0

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Tokyo · The National Art Center, Tokyo, Galleries 3A

51st Shukoten

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Public association exhibition

Discover a range of artistic approaches in this independently organized exhibition.

Verified dates, excluding closures, also appear in the daily calendar. Check admission and booking conditions.

Closed: Normally Tuesdays.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Normally Tuesdays.

Normally 10:00–18:00, last entry 17:30. Paid admission; see the official listing for adult and concession rates. The final day closes earlier where stated below. Closed Tuesdays, except holidays with next-weekday closure; official calendar exceptions applied. Booking requirements are not specified. Final-day closing: 15:30. Adult admission: ¥700. Final day 2026-12-07: closes 15:30, last entry 15:00.

Final day 2026-12-07: closes 15:30, last entry 15:00.

Daily-calendar verification: 2026-11-25–2026-12-07

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Curved glass façade detail at The National Art Center, Tokyo, with repeating glass sunshades and supports.
Venue reference · not the exhibition

Detail of the curved glass façade at The National Art Center, Tokyo, photographed on 1 June 2024. A historical venue reference, not an exhibition view, an interior room or current event conditions.

Capture date (source): 2024-06-01

Photo: Rob Oo · Source · CC BY 4.0

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Tokyo · The National Art Center, Tokyo, Galleries 2A , 2B

98th Shinkozoten

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Public association exhibition

Discover a range of artistic approaches in this independently organized exhibition.

Verified dates, excluding closures, also appear in the daily calendar. Check admission and booking conditions.

Closed: Normally Tuesdays.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Normally Tuesdays.

Normally 10:00–18:00, last entry 17:30. Paid admission; see the official listing for adult and concession rates. The final day closes earlier where stated below. Closed Tuesdays, except holidays with next-weekday closure; official calendar exceptions applied. Booking requirements are not specified. Final-day closing: 15:00. Adult admission: ¥800. Final day 2026-12-07: closes 15:00, last entry 14:30.

Final day 2026-12-07: closes 15:00, last entry 14:30.

Daily-calendar verification: 2026-11-25–2026-12-07

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Curved glass façade detail at The National Art Center, Tokyo, with repeating glass sunshades and supports.
Venue reference · not the exhibition

Detail of the curved glass façade at The National Art Center, Tokyo, photographed on 1 June 2024. A historical venue reference, not an exhibition view, an interior room or current event conditions.

Capture date (source): 2024-06-01

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Tokyo · The National Art Center, Tokyo, Galleries 1A , 1B

21st Century Art Borderless: Japan Renaissance

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Public association exhibition

Discover a range of artistic approaches in this independently organized exhibition.

Verified dates, excluding closures, also appear in the daily calendar. Check admission and booking conditions.

Closed: Normally Tuesdays.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Normally Tuesdays.

Normally 10:00–18:00, last entry 17:30. Free admission. The final day closes earlier where stated below. Closed Tuesdays, except holidays with next-weekday closure; official calendar exceptions applied. Booking requirements are not specified. Final-day closing: 18:00. Final day 2026-12-05: closes 18:00, last entry 17:30.

Final day 2026-12-05: closes 18:00, last entry 17:30.

Daily-calendar verification: 2026-11-26–2026-12-05

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Curved glass façade detail at The National Art Center, Tokyo, with repeating glass sunshades and supports.
Venue reference · not the exhibition

Detail of the curved glass façade at The National Art Center, Tokyo, photographed on 1 June 2024. A historical venue reference, not an exhibition view, an interior room or current event conditions.

Capture date (source): 2024-06-01

Photo: Rob Oo · Source · CC BY 4.0

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Tokyo · The National Art Center, Tokyo, Galleries 2C , 2D

18th Exhibition of Dynamic Contemporary Artists

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Public association exhibition

Discover a range of artistic approaches in this independently organized exhibition.

Verified dates, excluding closures, also appear in the daily calendar. Check admission and booking conditions.

Closed: Normally Tuesdays.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Normally Tuesdays.

Normally 10:00–18:00, last entry 17:30. Paid admission; see the official listing for adult and concession rates. The final day closes earlier where stated below. Closed Tuesdays, except holidays with next-weekday closure; official calendar exceptions applied. Booking requirements are not specified. Final-day closing: 18:00. Adult admission: ¥1,000. Final day 2026-12-06: closes 18:00, last entry 17:30.

Final day 2026-12-06: closes 18:00, last entry 17:30.

Daily-calendar verification: 2026-11-26–2026-12-06

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Yamagata · Yamagata Museum of Art

Toho Calligraphy Association National Exhibition

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Explore expressive brushwork at the Toho Calligraphy Association’s national show.

Verified dates, excluding closures, also appear in the daily calendar. Check admission and booking conditions.

Closed: Normally Mondays.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Normally Mondays.

Normally 10:00–17:00; last admission 16:30. Normally closed Mondays; dated calendars override for holidays and additional closures. Individual booking requirements are unconfirmed. No paid-admission marker in the annual schedule; confirm admission with the organizer.

Organizer-specific first- and last-day shortened hours remain unverified.

Daily-calendar verification: 2026-11-27–2026-11-29

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The wooden west gate and entrance path of the Omiya Bonsai Art Museum, surrounded by greenery
Venue reference · not the exhibition

West gate of the Omiya Bonsai Art Museum, Saitama. Photographed June 28, 2025 (date stated by the photographer). Venue reference photo, not a view of the current exhibitions.

Capture date (source): 2025-06-28 (photographer-declared)

Photo: Souka Kinmei · Source · CC BY 4.0

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Saitama · Omiya Bonsai Art Museum, collection gallery and bonsai garden

Bonsai through the Seasons: December: Winter Silhouettes

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See years of careful shaping in bare winter branches.

Verified dates, excluding closures, also appear in the daily calendar. Check admission and booking conditions.

Closed: Normally Thursdays.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Normally Thursdays.

Closed Thursdays except public holidays, plus New Year and installation closures. Entire museum closed Jan 14–Feb 7, 2027 for LED work; further closures may be added. Mar–Oct 09:00–16:30; Nov–Feb 09:00–16:00. Last entry 30 minutes before closing. Adults ¥310; high-school/university students and ages 65+ ¥150; elementary/junior-high ¥100. General-admission booking requirements are unconfirmed and separate from lecture/workshop registration.

Bonsai rotate weekly; specific specimens and bloom timing are not guaranteed.

Daily-calendar verification: 2026-11-27–2026-12-28

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Curved glass façade detail at The National Art Center, Tokyo, with repeating glass sunshades and supports.
Venue reference · not the exhibition

Detail of the curved glass façade at The National Art Center, Tokyo, photographed on 1 June 2024. A historical venue reference, not an exhibition view, an interior room or current event conditions.

Capture date (source): 2024-06-01

Photo: Rob Oo · Source · CC BY 4.0

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Tokyo · The National Art Center, Tokyo, Galleries 3B

Nana Exhibition

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Public association exhibition

Discover a range of artistic approaches in this independently organized exhibition.

Verified dates, excluding closures, also appear in the daily calendar. Check admission and booking conditions.

Closed: Normally Tuesdays.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Normally Tuesdays.

Normally 10:00–18:00, last entry 17:30. Free admission. The final day closes earlier where stated below. Closed Tuesdays, except holidays with next-weekday closure; official calendar exceptions applied. Booking requirements are not specified. Final-day closing: 15:00. Open until 20:00 on Nov 27 and Dec 4. Final day 2026-12-07: closes 15:00, last entry 14:30.

Final day 2026-12-07: closes 15:00, last entry 14:30.

Open until 20:00 on 2026-11-27.

Open until 20:00 on 2026-12-04.

Daily-calendar verification: 2026-11-27–2026-12-07

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Ibaraki · Ibaraki Ceramic Art Museum, Citizens’ Gallery

Kasama High School Art and Media Arts Graduation Exhibition 2026

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Explore graduation work in art and media arts.

Verified dates, excluding closures, also appear in the daily calendar. Check admission and booking conditions.

Closed: Normally Mondays.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Normally Mondays.

Closed Mondays, or the next weekday after a holiday Monday. Open Nov 2 and closed Nov 4, 2026. Extra closure Dec 25–27, followed by the regular Dec 28 closure and Dec 29–Jan 1 holidays. Gallery 1 only is closed Nov 30–Feb 9. Museum reference hours: 09:30–17:00. Display-specific first/last-day hours are not published. Display-specific fee unconfirmed; do not apply the special-exhibition price. Individual booking requirements are unconfirmed. Groups of 20+ should telephone in advance. Check separate rules for loan-gallery displays.

Daily-calendar verification: 2026-11-28–2026-12-06

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Miyagi · Tohoku History Museum, Theme Gallery 3

Symbols of Good Fortune

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A thematic display listed in the official annual plan. The detailed selection of works is not yet verified.

A period published in the official annual plan. Detailed exhibition and daily opening conditions are not yet verified, so it is not added to the daily calendar.

Planned exhibition

Closed: Normally closed Mondays, or the next weekday after a holiday Monday. The New Year closure is December 29–January 4, adjoining the regular December 28 closure. Exhibition-specific exceptions await further details.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Normally closed Mondays, or the next weekday after a holiday Monday. The New Year closure is December 29–January 4, adjoining the regular December 28 closure. Exhibition-specific exceptions await further details.

The FY2026 official annual plan lists December 1, 2026–January 31, 2027, subject to change. This is separate from the similarly named December 16, 2025–February 1, 2026 exhibition.

Regular museum hours are 09:30–17:00, with ticket sales until 16:30. Current permanent-gallery admission is ¥500, or ¥400 for groups of 20+; university students and younger enter free. These are general museum rules; exhibition-specific conditions, booking and capacity remain unconfirmed.

Checked: 2026-11-06 · English is an editorial translation.

Kanagawa · Silk Museum, Yokohama

Yokohama Scarf Display

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A winter display introducing Yokohama scarves, alongside the museum’s permanent story of silk production.

Verified dates, excluding closures and exhibition suspensions, appear in the daily calendar. Check admission and reservation conditions.

Closed: Mondays (following day if a holiday), 28 December–4 January. Also closed 24–29 November 2026 for changeover/power work and Monday 30 November; 14 February 2027 for maintenance.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Mondays (following day if a holiday), 28 December–4 January. Also closed 24–29 November 2026 for changeover/power work and Monday 30 November; 14 February 2027 for maintenance.

09:30–17:00, last admission 16:30. Display-specific admission is not announced. Standard museum admission for reference: adults ¥500; ages 65+/university students ¥300; school students ¥100. Free admission December 20, 2026. Closed Mondays and December 28–January 4, except open January 11 and closed January 12. Book group interpretation ahead.

Verified in the annual programme. Closed Mondays and December 28–January 4, except open January 11 and closed January 12. December 20 is a free-admission day.

Silk Museum, Yokohama; specific gallery and object count not announced.

Daily-calendar verification: 2026-12-01–2027-01-24

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The National Museum of Art, Osaka, with curved silver metal tubes and glass above trees and a street traffic signal.
Venue reference · not the exhibition

The silver exterior structure of the National Museum of Art, Osaka, photographed on 11 June 2024. Venue reference, not the current exhibition.

Capture date (source): 2024-06-11

Photo: Hyppolyte de Saint-Rambert · Source · CC BY 4.0

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Osaka · The National Museum of Art, Osaka, B3 galleries

Stratified Languages

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Art exhibition

An exhibition exploring language and history through contemporary art.

The daily calendar shows only checked opening dates. Check admission and booking conditions.

Closed: Closed Mondays except January 11, 2027; closed January 12. New Year closure: December 28, 2026–January 4, 2027.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Closed Mondays except January 11, 2027; closed January 12. New Year closure: December 28, 2026–January 4, 2027.

10:00–17:00, Fridays until 20:00; last admission 30 minutes before closing. Adults ¥1,800; university students ¥1,200.

Daily-calendar verification: 2026-12-01–2027-03-14

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The National Museum of Art, Osaka, with curved silver metal tubes and glass above trees and a street traffic signal.
Venue reference · not the exhibition

The silver exterior structure of the National Museum of Art, Osaka, photographed on 11 June 2024. Venue reference, not the current exhibition.

Capture date (source): 2024-06-11

Photo: Hyppolyte de Saint-Rambert · Source · CC BY 4.0

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Osaka · The National Museum of Art, Osaka, B2 galleries

Collection 2: Historicizing the Contemporary

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Collection display

Explore the history of contemporary art through the museum collection.

The daily calendar shows only checked opening dates. Check admission and booking conditions.

Closed: Closed Mondays except January 11 and March 22. Also closed January 12 and December 28–January 4.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Closed Mondays except January 11 and March 22. Also closed January 12 and December 28–January 4.

Free-admission days: December 5, January 9, February 6 and March 6. Fridays open until 20:00; last entry 30 minutes before closing.

Daily-calendar verification: 2026-12-01–2027-03-22

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The white plaster and dark timber exterior walls and tiled roofs of Matsue History Museum, seen across a road under a blue sky. A small passerby stands near the left entrance. Photographed on 12 June 2025.
Venue reference · not the exhibition

Matsue History Museum exterior, photographed on 12 June 2025. A dated venue reference, not the listed exhibitions, their displays or current conditions. The small passerby and entrance notices are part of the original supplied image.

Capture date (source): 2025-06-12

Photo: Spiegel · Source · CC BY 4.0

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Shimane · Matsue History Museum

Sculptor Adachi Hekiho

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A free mini display introducing sculptor Adachi Hekiho.

Verified dates, excluding closures and exhibition suspensions, appear in the daily calendar. Check admission and reservation conditions.

Closed: Closed Mondays, moving to the next weekday for a holiday, and December 29–January 1. Special opening November 2, 2026. Open November 23, January 11 and March 22; closed on the following weekdays.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Closed Mondays, moving to the next weekday for a holiday, and December 29–January 1. Special opening November 2, 2026. Open November 23, January 11 and March 22; closed on the following weekdays.

09:00–17:00; gallery admission until 16:30. Free. No mandatory advance reservation is stated for ordinary viewing. Talks and experiences may require separate registration. Closed Mondays, moving to the next weekday for a holiday, and December 29–January 1. Special opening November 2, 2026. Open November 23, January 11 and March 22; closed on the following weekdays.

Closed Monday December 28, then December 29–January 1 for New Year. Open January 11; closed January 12.

Exhibition hall area outside the galleries.

Daily-calendar verification: 2026-12-01–2027-01-31

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Stepped concrete exterior walls of the Okinawa Prefectural Museum & Art Museum, with branches and a street lamp in front.
Venue reference · not the exhibition

Exterior detail of the Okinawa Prefectural Museum & Art Museum, photographed April 18, 2026. Venue reference only; not a view of the exhibition.

Capture date (source): 2026-04-18

Photo: Alf Altendorf · Source · CC BY-SA 4.0

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Okinawa · Okinawa Prefectural Museum & Art Museum

The Shurijo Castle: The Royal Castle of the Kingdom

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Discover Shurijo’s political and cultural roles and its restoration through maps, documents and excavated objects.

Verified dates, excluding closures and exhibition suspensions, appear in the daily calendar. Check admission and reservation conditions.

Closed: Closed Mondays, moving to the next weekday for holiday Mondays. Open November 23, January 11 and March 22; closed November 24, January 12 and March 23. Closed December 28, 2026–January 4, 2027.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Closed Mondays, moving to the next weekday for holiday Mondays. Open November 23, January 11 and March 22; closed November 24, January 12 and March 23. Closed December 28, 2026–January 4, 2027.

09:00–18:00, Fridays/Saturdays until 20:00. Last admission 30 minutes before closing. Adults ¥1,200; high-school/university students ¥800; elementary/junior-high pupils ¥300. Groups of 20+: ¥960/¥640/¥240. Preschoolers free. Disability/developmental-disability certificate holders and one carer receive half-price admission. No advance-booking requirement is stated for ordinary admission; tickets are sold at the entrance. Groups should apply in advance. Closed Mondays, moving to the next weekday for holiday Mondays. Open November 23, January 11 and March 22; closed November 24, January 12 and March 23. Closed December 28, 2026–January 4, 2027.

Some objects rotate, but individual dates are unpublished. Open January 11, closed January 12. Permanent/collection-gallery free-admission categories may not apply to this special exhibition; check its own conditions.

3F museum planning gallery and Special Exhibition Room 1, not Shurijo Castle Park.

Daily-calendar verification: 2026-12-01–2027-01-31

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Venue reference: Shimane Art Museum’s curved glass facade, lakeside path and Lake Shinji, photographed 21 March 2026.
Venue reference · not the exhibition

Venue reference: the exterior of Shimane Art Museum beside Lake Shinji, photographed 21 March 2026. Not this exhibition or its artworks, and not the scenery or weather expected during the exhibition.

Capture date (source): 2026-03-21

Photo: Spiegel · Source · CC BY 4.0

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Shimane · Shimane Art Museum

73rd Japan Traditional Art Crafts Exhibition: Shimane

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Art exhibition

An exhibition of contemporary traditional crafts, including ceramics and textiles.

The daily calendar shows only checked opening dates. Check admission and booking conditions.

Closed: Open every day during this exhibition. The normal Tuesday closure does not apply.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Open every day during this exhibition. The normal Tuesday closure does not apply.

Open every day during the exhibition. 10:00–18:30, gallery admission until 18:00.

Same-day exhibition-only tickets cost JPY 800 for general admission and JPY 600 for university students; elementary, junior-high and high-school students enter free. Combined tickets with the collection have separate prices.

No date/time reservation is required. Online and Lawson sales begin November 2. The absence of date/time reservations does not guarantee unlimited admission.

The December 6 commemorative lecture is free and first-come, first-served on the day, but the subsequent gallery commentary requires special-exhibition admission. Related programs are not held daily.

A paid exhibition. Date/time reservations are not required.

No timed reservation. Exhibition-only same-day tickets: adults JPY 800, university students JPY 600; elementary through high-school students free.

Daily-calendar verification: 2026-12-02–2026-12-25

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The stone-panelled entrance facade of the National Museum of Modern Art, Kyoto, with its curved canopy and glass doors.
Venue reference · not the exhibition

Entrance facade of the National Museum of Modern Art, Kyoto, photographed on 7 January 2024. A dated venue reference, not the current exhibition or present conditions; the visible exhibition sign is from the time of capture.

Capture date (source): 2024-01-07

Photo: Hyppolyte de Saint-Rambert · Source · CC BY 4.0

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Kyoto · The National Museum of Modern Art, Kyoto 1F Lobby

It Begins with Touch @ MoMAK

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Explore art through tactile tools and accessible ways of experiencing a large mural.

Verified dates, excluding closures, also appear in the daily calendar. Check admission and booking conditions.

Closed: Additional confirmed closures 2026-12-07.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Additional confirmed closures 2026-12-07.

Additional closures: 2026-12-07. Venue normally 10:00–18:00, Fridays until 20:00; program-specific ending time unverified. Free participation. No application required. Recheck rotations and temporary changes.

Daily-calendar verification: 2026-12-03–2026-12-13

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Yamagata · Yamagata Museum of Art

Bokkakai Calligraphy Exhibition

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Discover varied forms of expression in ink and brush.

Verified dates, excluding closures, also appear in the daily calendar. Check admission and booking conditions.

Closed: Normally Mondays.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Normally Mondays.

Normally 10:00–17:00; last admission 16:30. Normally closed Mondays; dated calendars override for holidays and additional closures. Individual booking requirements are unconfirmed. No paid-admission marker in the annual schedule; confirm admission with the organizer.

Organizer-specific first- and last-day shortened hours remain unverified.

Daily-calendar verification: 2026-12-04–2026-12-06

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Akita · Akita Museum of Art

People in the Masakichi Hirano Collection

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Compare portraits and figures to discover different ways artists convey human presence.

Verified dates, excluding closures, also appear in the daily calendar. Check admission and booking conditions.

Closed: Additional confirmed closures 2026-12-09–2026-12-10, 2026-12-31–2027-01-03.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Additional confirmed closures 2026-12-09–2026-12-10, 2026-12-31–2027-01-03.

10:00–18:00; ticket sales end 17:30. Irregular dated closures apply. Individual reservation requirements are not explicitly confirmed. Adults ¥310, students ¥210, age70+ ¥280; high-school and younger free. Annual calendar also closes Dec9–10.

Daily-calendar verification: 2026-12-05–2027-01-17

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The white Bizen Osafune Sword Museum building behind the entrance gate, with the wooden shop and an empty paved forecourt.
Venue reference · not the exhibition

Entrance and exterior of Bizen Osafune Sword Village and Museum, photographed on 8 November 2025. A dated venue reference, not the current exhibition, a forging demonstration or present conditions.

Capture date (source): 2025-11-08

Photo: Ebiebi2 · Source · CC0 1.0

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Okayama · Bizen Osafune Japanese Sword Museum

Ko-Bizen: Dawn of the Sword Kingdom

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Explore the early Ko-Bizen tradition, including the donated Important Cultural Property tachi signed Nobufusa.

Verified dates, excluding closures and exhibition suspensions, appear in the daily calendar. Check admission and reservation conditions.

Closed: Closed Mondays, shifted after holidays, and the day after public holidays except weekends. Closed November 4, January 12, February 12 and 24, and March 23. Changeover closures: November 24–December 4 and February 15–19. New Year closure: December 28–January 4.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Closed Mondays, shifted after holidays, and the day after public holidays except weekends. Closed November 4, January 12, February 12 and 24, and March 23. Changeover closures: November 24–December 4 and February 15–19. New Year closure: December 28–January 4.

09:00–17:00; last admission 16:30. Adults ¥1,200; high-school/university students ¥800; junior-high pupils and younger free. Adult groups of 20+ and visitors aged 65+ pay ¥1,000, subject to proof requirements. No advance reservation requirement is stated for ordinary exhibition visits. Groups arriving by bus should fax the booking form to 0869-66-7971 in advance; booking is complete when the museum replies. Demonstrations and classes have separate booking rules. Closed December 28–January 4, January 12 and February 12. Open Monday, January 11. Recheck official updates for any later object-specific rotations. Disability-certificate holders and one accompanying person enter free on presentation of the certificate.

First- and second-floor galleries.

Daily-calendar verification: 2026-12-05–2027-02-14

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Distant view of Akagane Museum with curved copper-clad walls across a road, with buildings and a car park in the foreground.
Venue reference · not the exhibition

Exterior of Akagane Museum, which houses Niihama City Art Museum. Historical venue reference photographed on February 21, 2026; it does not show the Noritake Kinashi exhibition or conditions during its run.

Capture date (source): 2026-02-21

Photo: ノボホショコロトソ · Source · CC BY 4.0

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Ehime · Niihama City Art Museum (Akagane Museum)

Noritake Kinashi: TOUCH / Serendipity

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Art exhibition

A special exhibition of works by Noritake Kinashi in Niihama.

Dates whose relationship to normal weekly closures is unresolved are excluded from the calendar. Confirm opening days and admission conditions with official sources before visiting.

Closed: The official exhibition notices list closure December 28–January 1. As their relationship to normal weekly closures is unclear, this calendar continues to exclude December 8, 14 and 21 and January 5 and 12 as a precaution. Check official opening days and hours before visiting.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: The official exhibition notices list closure December 28–January 1. As their relationship to normal weekly closures is unclear, this calendar continues to exclude December 8, 14 and 21 and January 5 and 12 as a precaution. Check official opening days and hours before visiting.

9:30 a.m.–5 p.m.; last admission 4:30 p.m.

Door tickets, tax included: adults/university students ¥1,800; junior/senior high school students ¥1,500; elementary pupils ¥1,000. Advance tickets: ¥1,600 / ¥1,300 / ¥800 respectively, sold October 2–December 4. Preschool children enter free. Elementary-age children and younger need a guardian. Audio guide costs extra.

Whether booking is required is unconfirmed. Check official ticket information and the latest event conditions.

Daily-calendar verification: 2026-12-05–2027-01-17

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Curved glass façade detail at The National Art Center, Tokyo, with repeating glass sunshades and supports.
Venue reference · not the exhibition

Detail of the curved glass façade at The National Art Center, Tokyo, photographed on 1 June 2024. A historical venue reference, not an exhibition view, an interior room or current event conditions.

Capture date (source): 2024-06-01

Photo: Rob Oo · Source · CC BY 4.0

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Tokyo · The National Art Center, Tokyo, Galleries 1B

Idemitsu Art Award 2026

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Public association exhibition

Discover a range of artistic approaches in this independently organized exhibition.

Verified dates, excluding closures, also appear in the daily calendar. Check admission and booking conditions.

Closed: Normally Tuesdays.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Normally Tuesdays.

Normally 10:00–18:00, last entry 17:30. Paid admission; see the official listing for adult and concession rates. The final day closes earlier where stated below. Closed Tuesdays, except holidays with next-weekday closure; official calendar exceptions applied. Booking requirements are not specified. Final-day closing: 16:00. Adult admission: ¥500. Open until 20:00 on Dec 11 and 18. Final day 2026-12-21: closes 16:00, last entry 15:30.

Final day 2026-12-21: closes 16:00, last entry 15:30.

Open until 20:00 on 2026-12-11.

Open until 20:00 on 2026-12-18.

Daily-calendar verification: 2026-12-09–2026-12-21

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Curved glass façade detail at The National Art Center, Tokyo, with repeating glass sunshades and supports.
Venue reference · not the exhibition

Detail of the curved glass façade at The National Art Center, Tokyo, photographed on 1 June 2024. A historical venue reference, not an exhibition view, an interior room or current event conditions.

Capture date (source): 2024-06-01

Photo: Rob Oo · Source · CC BY 4.0

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Tokyo · The National Art Center, Tokyo, Galleries 1C , 1D

33rd Sesshu International Art Society Exhibition

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Public association exhibition

Discover a range of artistic approaches in this independently organized exhibition.

Verified dates, excluding closures, also appear in the daily calendar. Check admission and booking conditions.

Closed: Normally Tuesdays.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Normally Tuesdays.

Normally 10:00–18:00, last entry 17:30. Free admission. The final day closes earlier where stated below. Closed Tuesdays, except holidays with next-weekday closure; official calendar exceptions applied. Booking requirements are not specified. Final-day closing: 18:00. Final day 2026-12-20: closes 18:00, last entry 17:30.

Final day 2026-12-20: closes 18:00, last entry 17:30.

Daily-calendar verification: 2026-12-09–2026-12-20

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Curved glass façade detail at The National Art Center, Tokyo, with repeating glass sunshades and supports.
Venue reference · not the exhibition

Detail of the curved glass façade at The National Art Center, Tokyo, photographed on 1 June 2024. A historical venue reference, not an exhibition view, an interior room or current event conditions.

Capture date (source): 2024-06-01

Photo: Rob Oo · Source · CC BY 4.0

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Tokyo · The National Art Center, Tokyo, Galleries 3A , 3B

44th Hakuhosha Calligraphy Exhibition

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Public association exhibition

Discover a range of artistic approaches in this independently organized exhibition.

Verified dates, excluding closures, also appear in the daily calendar. Check admission and booking conditions.

Closed: Normally Tuesdays.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Normally Tuesdays.

Normally 10:00–18:00, last entry 17:30. Free admission. The final day closes earlier where stated below. Closed Tuesdays, except holidays with next-weekday closure; official calendar exceptions applied. Booking requirements are not specified. Final-day closing: 14:00. Final day 2026-12-21: closes 14:00, last entry 13:30.

Final day 2026-12-21: closes 14:00, last entry 13:30.

Daily-calendar verification: 2026-12-09–2026-12-21

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Curved glass façade detail at The National Art Center, Tokyo, with repeating glass sunshades and supports.
Venue reference · not the exhibition

Detail of the curved glass façade at The National Art Center, Tokyo, photographed on 1 June 2024. A historical venue reference, not an exhibition view, an interior room or current event conditions.

Capture date (source): 2024-06-01

Photo: Rob Oo · Source · CC BY 4.0

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Tokyo · The National Art Center, Tokyo, Galleries 1A

51st Donichikai Exhibition

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Public association exhibition

Discover a range of artistic approaches in this independently organized exhibition.

Verified dates, excluding closures, also appear in the daily calendar. Check admission and booking conditions.

Closed: Normally Tuesdays.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Normally Tuesdays.

Normally 10:00–18:00, last entry 17:30. Paid admission; see the official listing for adult and concession rates. The final day closes earlier where stated below. Closed Tuesdays, except holidays with next-weekday closure; official calendar exceptions applied. Booking requirements are not specified. Final-day closing: 16:00. Adult admission: ¥500. Final day 2026-12-21: closes 16:00, last entry 15:30.

Final day 2026-12-21: closes 16:00, last entry 15:30.

Daily-calendar verification: 2026-12-09–2026-12-21

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Ibaraki · Ibaraki Ceramic Art Museum, Citizens’ Gallery

Akari Light Art in Kasama

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Enjoy works exploring light in the Citizens’ Gallery.

Verified dates, excluding closures, also appear in the daily calendar. Check admission and booking conditions.

Closed: Normally Mondays.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Normally Mondays.

Closed Mondays, or the next weekday after a holiday Monday. Open Nov 2 and closed Nov 4, 2026. Extra closure Dec 25–27, followed by the regular Dec 28 closure and Dec 29–Jan 1 holidays. Gallery 1 only is closed Nov 30–Feb 9. Museum reference hours: 09:30–17:00. Display-specific first/last-day hours are not published. Display-specific fee unconfirmed; do not apply the special-exhibition price. Individual booking requirements are unconfirmed. Groups of 20+ should telephone in advance. Check separate rules for loan-gallery displays.

Daily-calendar verification: 2026-12-10–2026-12-13

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Curved glass façade detail at The National Art Center, Tokyo, with repeating glass sunshades and supports.
Venue reference · not the exhibition

Detail of the curved glass façade at The National Art Center, Tokyo, photographed on 1 June 2024. A historical venue reference, not an exhibition view, an interior room or current event conditions.

Capture date (source): 2024-06-01

Photo: Rob Oo · Source · CC BY 4.0

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Tokyo · The National Art Center, Tokyo, Galleries 2B , 2C , 2D

55th Zenshogei Exhibition

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Public association exhibition

Discover a range of artistic approaches in this independently organized exhibition.

Verified dates, excluding closures, also appear in the daily calendar. Check admission and booking conditions.

Closed: Normally Tuesdays.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Normally Tuesdays.

Normally 10:00–18:00, last entry 17:30. Free admission. The final day closes earlier where stated below. Closed Tuesdays, except holidays with next-weekday closure; official calendar exceptions applied. Booking requirements are not specified. Final-day closing: 14:00. Final day 2026-12-21: closes 14:00, last entry 13:30.

Final day 2026-12-21: closes 14:00, last entry 13:30.

Daily-calendar verification: 2026-12-10–2026-12-21

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Yamagata · Yamagata Museum of Art

Kokugakai Centenary Exhibition

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Discover Kokugakai’s history and Yamagata connections across five artistic disciplines.

Verified dates, excluding closures, also appear in the daily calendar. Check admission and booking conditions.

Closed: Normally Mondays.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Normally Mondays.

Normally 10:00–17:00; last admission 16:30. Normally closed Mondays; dated calendars override for holidays and additional closures. Individual booking requirements are unconfirmed. Detailed admission price is not yet verified.

Daily-calendar verification: 2026-12-11–2026-12-27

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Entrance stairs and a wheelchair lift beneath a large cylindrical light and the Mitsui Memorial Museum sign.
Venue reference · not the exhibition

The entrance to Mitsui Memorial Museum from the first-floor atrium of Nihonbashi Mitsui Tower, photographed July 19, 2026. A historical venue reference; the signs shown are from that visit, not the upcoming Pine Trees in the Snow exhibition.

Capture date (source): 2026-07-19

Photo: Asanagi · Source · CC0 1.0

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Tokyo · Mitsui Memorial Museum

National Treasure Pine Trees in the Snow and the Four Seasons

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Art exhibition

Screen paintings and objects explore changing seasons and weather.

The daily calendar shows only checked opening dates. Check admission and booking conditions.

Closed: Closed Mondays except January 4 and 11, 2027. New Year closure December 28–January 3. January 12 is also open.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Closed Mondays except January 4 and 11, 2027. New Year closure December 28–January 3. January 12 is also open.

Admission without reservation is permitted; entry may be limited when crowded. Adults ¥1,200; high-school/university students ¥700. 10:00–17:00, last admission 16:30.

Daily-calendar verification: 2026-12-12–2027-01-30

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Tokyo · Suntory Museum of Art

Art of the Lotus Sutra: Creating as an Act of Prayer

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Explore how faith in the Lotus Sutra took form in pagodas, manuscripts and images.

Verified dates, excluding closures, also appear in the daily calendar. Check admission and booking conditions.

Closed: Normally Tuesdays. 2026-12-29–2027-01-01.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Normally Tuesdays. 2026-12-29–2027-01-01.

10:00–18:00; Fridays and Feb 6 until 20:00; last entry 30 minutes before closing. Adults ¥1,800, university ¥1,200, high school ¥1,000; younger children free. Works rotate. Check official admission guidance for booking conditions.

Daily-calendar verification: 2026-12-12–2027-02-07

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Tochigi · Mashiko Museum of Ceramic Art

Jennifer Lee

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Follow bands of color through Lee’s early work and her Mashiko residency.

Verified dates, excluding closures, also appear in the daily calendar. Check admission and booking conditions.

Closed: Normally Mondays. Additional confirmed closures 2026-12-26–2026-12-27, 2026-12-29–2027-01-02, 2027-01-12, 2027-03-23. 2026-12-26–2027-01-02. Open exceptions 2027-01-11, 2027-03-22.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Normally Mondays. Additional confirmed closures 2026-12-26–2026-12-27, 2026-12-29–2027-01-02, 2027-01-12, 2027-03-23. 2026-12-26–2027-01-02. Open exceptions 2027-01-11, 2027-03-22.

Closed Mondays, or the following day if a holiday. Open Nov 2 and closed Nov 4, 2026. Closed Nov 30–Dec 12 and Dec 26, 2026–Jan 2, 2027. Feb–Nov 09:30–17:00; Dec–Jan 09:30–16:30. Last entry 30 minutes before closing. Regular admission: adults/high-school and older ¥600, ages 65+ ¥300, elementary/junior-high ¥300. Special exhibitions may differ. General-admission reservation requirements are not stated in the checked pages; related events have separate rules.

Daily-calendar verification: 2026-12-13–2027-03-31

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Stepped concrete exterior walls of the Okinawa Prefectural Museum & Art Museum, with branches and a street lamp in front.
Venue reference · not the exhibition

Exterior detail of the Okinawa Prefectural Museum & Art Museum, photographed April 18, 2026. Venue reference only; not a view of the exhibition.

Capture date (source): 2026-04-18

Photo: Alf Altendorf · Source · CC BY-SA 4.0

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Okinawa · Okinawa Prefectural Museum & Art Museum

Kamakura’s Karimata: A Century since Yoshitaro Kamakura’s Miyako Island Research

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Explore Karimata’s life and sacred places through historic photographs, field records and recent research.

Verified dates, excluding closures and exhibition suspensions, appear in the daily calendar. Check admission and reservation conditions.

Closed: Closed Mondays, moving to the next weekday for holiday Mondays. Open November 23, January 11 and March 22; closed November 24, January 12 and March 23. Closed December 28, 2026–January 4, 2027.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Closed Mondays, moving to the next weekday for holiday Mondays. Open November 23, January 11 and March 22; closed November 24, January 12 and March 23. Closed December 28, 2026–January 4, 2027.

09:00–18:00, Fridays/Saturdays until 20:00. Last admission 30 minutes before closing. Free. No advance-booking requirement is stated for ordinary admission. Groups should apply in advance. Closed Mondays, moving to the next weekday for holiday Mondays. Open November 23, January 11 and March 22; closed November 24, January 12 and March 23. Closed December 28, 2026–January 4, 2027.

No booking requirement is stated for viewing. Gallery talks have separate first-come same-day registration. The browser title retains an old exhibition name; use the current body title and dates.

1F entrance hall, outside the paid permanent galleries.

Daily-calendar verification: 2026-12-15–2026-12-27

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Venue architecture reference: glass and metal around an exterior passage at the Sumida Hokusai Museum, with the library on the left and barriers in the passage; uploader-dated 7 February 2025.
Venue reference · not the exhibition

Venue architecture reference: the exterior passage beside the Sumida Hokusai Museum library, dated 7 February 2025 by the uploader. Not the exhibition, its artworks or galleries, or evidence of current passage access or admission conditions.

Capture date (source): 2025-02-07

Photo: Souka Kinmei · Source · CC0 1.0

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Tokyo · Sumida Hokusai Museum, 3F special exhibition galleries

10th Anniversary: Hokusai Crossover

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Explore the crossings between Hokusai, writers and Sumida.

Verified dates, excluding closures, also appear in the daily calendar. Check admission and booking conditions.

Closed: Normally Mondays. Additional confirmed closures 2026-12-27, 2026-12-29–2027-01-01, 2027-01-12. 2026-12-27–2027-01-01. Open exceptions 2027-01-02, 2027-01-03, 2027-01-11.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Normally Mondays. Additional confirmed closures 2026-12-27, 2026-12-29–2027-01-01, 2027-01-12. 2026-12-27–2027-01-01. Open exceptions 2027-01-02, 2027-01-03, 2027-01-11.

Closed Mondays, or the next weekday after a holiday Monday. For this winter closed Dec 27, 2026–Jan 1, 2027; open Jan 2, 3 and 11, closed Jan 12. 09:30–17:30; last entry 17:00. Adults ¥1,000; ages 65+/high-school/university ¥700; junior-high/disabled visitors ¥300; elementary and younger free. Sumida resident/student junior-high pupils free. Individuals may buy tickets on arrival. Optional timed online tickets are available; groups and school groups must reserve. Some works rotate between periods. Purchased tickets cannot be changed/refunded.

Daily-calendar verification: 2026-12-16–2027-02-28

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Niigata · Niigata City Art Museum, permanent gallery

Collection 3: Colour, Colour, Colour

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Collection display

Explore how colour shapes works from the collection.

The daily calendar shows only checked opening dates. Check admission and booking conditions.

Closed: Closed Mondays except January 11 and March 22, 2027. Also closed December 28–January 4 and January 12–22.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Closed Mondays except January 11 and March 22, 2027. Also closed December 28–January 4 and January 12–22.

The published text does not clearly state whether general visitors need to book in advance. Check admission arrangements with the organizer before visiting.

Advertised as an exhibition for the general public. Check official age-based fees and other conditions.

Closed Mondays, except open March 22.

09:30–17:00, ticket sales until 16:30. Adults ¥260, high-school/university students ¥190, elementary/junior-high students ¥130.

Daily-calendar verification: 2026-12-19–2027-03-22

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The black facade, large window, planted terrace and lower floors of Nakanoshima Museum of Art, Osaka, viewed from an outdoor pedestrian deck. A pedestrian with a parasol is seen from behind at the right edge.
Venue reference · not the exhibition

Nakanoshima Museum of Art, Osaka, photographed on 24 August 2026. An exterior venue reference, not the displays of any listed exhibition or event, or current conditions.

Capture date (source): 2026-08-24

Photo: Sakai Yayoi · Source · CC0 1.0

Processing record before this delivery update: WebP quality 90 / method 6 encoding of the source-served JPEG at unchanged dimensions. The complete supplied composition and all edges are retained; no crop, retouching, colour adjustment, blur, removal or scene edit. Source JPEG bytes are retained separately, not served. EXIF, ICC and XMP metadata are preserved when present; other ancillary metadata remains in the retained JPEG. Current delivery: WebP quality 80. The smallest approved WebP candidate is used; existing image URLs are retained. Each rendition retains its previous dimensions and composition; no additional crop, enlargement, colour adjustment, retouching or AI editing. Source material and prior delivery bytes are retained outside the public deployment.

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Osaka · Nakanoshima Museum of Art, Osaka 2F Multipurpose Space

Osaka Directory 14: Sako Teppei

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Photography and moving images approach memory and the passage of time through Osaka.

Verified dates, excluding closures, also appear in the daily calendar. Check admission and booking conditions.

Closed: Normally Mondays. Additional confirmed closures 2026-12-31–2027-01-01, 2027-01-12. Open exceptions 2027-01-11.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Normally Mondays. Additional confirmed closures 2026-12-31–2027-01-01, 2027-01-12. Open exceptions 2027-01-11.

Closed Mondays. Open exceptions: 2027-01-11. Additional closures: 2026-12-31, 2027-01-01, 2027-01-12. 10:00–17:00. Free. Individual timed-entry requirements are unverified. Recheck rotations and temporary changes.

Daily-calendar verification: 2026-12-19–2027-01-17

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Kyoto · Kyoto National Museum Heisei Chishinkan 1F-3Gallery

Early Calligraphy of the Kokin Wakashu

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Gallery theme · shared museum admission

Explore the beauty of early handwriting that preserved the Kokin Wakashu poetry anthology.

Verified dates, excluding closures, also appear in the daily calendar. Check admission and booking conditions.

Closed: Normally Mondays. Additional confirmed closures 2026-12-29–2027-01-01, 2027-01-12. Open exceptions 2027-01-11.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Normally Mondays. Additional confirmed closures 2026-12-29–2027-01-01, 2027-01-12. Open exceptions 2027-01-11.

Closed Mondays. Open exceptions: 2027-01-11. Additional closures: 2027-01-12. Closed 2026-12-28 through 2027-01-01. 09:30–17:00; Fridays until 20:00; last entry 30 minutes before closing. Adults ¥700; university students ¥350; high-school students and younger, under-18s and ages 70+ free with proof. Individual timed-entry requirements are unverified. Recheck rotations and temporary changes.

Part of the Collection Galleries. One admission covers all displays in the Heisei Chishinkan that day; there is no separate charge per room.

Daily-calendar verification: 2026-12-22–2027-01-24

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Kyoto · Kyoto National Museum Heisei Chishinkan 1F-6Gallery

Animals in Maki-e Lacquer

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Gallery theme · shared museum admission

Meet animals rendered in lacquer and metallic powders, revealing the skill and wit of maki-e.

Verified dates, excluding closures, also appear in the daily calendar. Check admission and booking conditions.

Closed: Normally Mondays. Additional confirmed closures 2026-12-29–2027-01-01, 2027-01-12. Open exceptions 2027-01-11.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Normally Mondays. Additional confirmed closures 2026-12-29–2027-01-01, 2027-01-12. Open exceptions 2027-01-11.

Closed Mondays. Open exceptions: 2027-01-11. Additional closures: 2027-01-12. Closed 2026-12-28 through 2027-01-01. 09:30–17:00; Fridays until 20:00; last entry 30 minutes before closing. Adults ¥700; university students ¥350; high-school students and younger, under-18s and ages 70+ free with proof. Individual timed-entry requirements are unverified. Recheck rotations and temporary changes.

Part of the Collection Galleries. One admission covers all displays in the Heisei Chishinkan that day; there is no separate charge per room.

Daily-calendar verification: 2026-12-22–2027-02-07

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Kyoto · Kyoto National Museum Heisei Chishinkan 1F-1Gallery

An Introduction to Buddhist Sculpture

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Gallery theme · shared museum admission

Become familiar with Buddhist faith and sculpture through the forms of sacred images.

Verified dates, excluding closures, also appear in the daily calendar. Check admission and booking conditions.

Closed: Normally Mondays. Additional confirmed closures 2026-12-29–2027-01-01, 2027-01-12. Open exceptions 2027-01-11, 2027-03-22.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Normally Mondays. Additional confirmed closures 2026-12-29–2027-01-01, 2027-01-12. Open exceptions 2027-01-11, 2027-03-22.

Closed Mondays. Open exceptions: 2027-01-11, 2027-03-22. Additional closures: 2027-01-12. Closed 2026-12-28 through 2027-01-01. 09:30–17:00; Fridays until 20:00; last entry 30 minutes before closing. Adults ¥700; university students ¥350; high-school students and younger, under-18s and ages 70+ free with proof. Individual timed-entry requirements are unverified. Recheck rotations and temporary changes.

Part of the Collection Galleries. One admission covers all displays in the Heisei Chishinkan that day; there is no separate charge per room.

Daily-calendar verification: 2026-12-22–2027-03-22

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Kyoto · Kyoto National Museum Heisei Chishinkan 2F-1Gallery

800 Years since the Karoku Persecution

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Gallery theme · shared museum admission

Illustrated scrolls reveal the history of Honen’s remains and the persecution of Pure Land Buddhism.

Verified dates, excluding closures, also appear in the daily calendar. Check admission and booking conditions.

Closed: Normally Mondays. Additional confirmed closures 2026-12-29–2027-01-01, 2027-01-12. Open exceptions 2027-01-11.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Normally Mondays. Additional confirmed closures 2026-12-29–2027-01-01, 2027-01-12. Open exceptions 2027-01-11.

Closed Mondays. Open exceptions: 2027-01-11. Additional closures: 2027-01-12. Closed 2026-12-28 through 2027-01-01. 09:30–17:00; Fridays until 20:00; last entry 30 minutes before closing. Adults ¥700; university students ¥350; high-school students and younger, under-18s and ages 70+ free with proof. Individual timed-entry requirements are unverified. Recheck rotations and temporary changes.

Part of the Collection Galleries. One admission covers all displays in the Heisei Chishinkan that day; there is no separate charge per room.

Daily-calendar verification: 2026-12-22–2027-01-24

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Kyoto · Kyoto National Museum Heisei Chishinkan 2F-2

All About Sheep: Celebrating the Zodiac

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Feature display

Welcome the Year of the Sheep through unusual works depicting sheep and the zodiac.

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Closed: Normally Mondays. Additional confirmed closures 2026-12-29–2027-01-01, 2027-01-12. Open exceptions 2027-01-11.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Normally Mondays. Additional confirmed closures 2026-12-29–2027-01-01, 2027-01-12. Open exceptions 2027-01-11.

Closed Mondays. Open exceptions: 2027-01-11. Additional closures: 2027-01-12. Closed 2026-12-28 through 2027-01-01. 09:30–17:00; Fridays until 20:00; last entry 30 minutes before closing. Adults ¥700; university students ¥350; high-school students and younger, under-18s and ages 70+ free with proof. Individual timed-entry requirements are unverified. Recheck rotations and temporary changes.

Sesshu’s Huang Chuping after Liang Kai is displayed December 22, 2026–January 17, 2027. The feature exhibition continues through February 7.

Part of the Collection Galleries. One admission covers all displays in the Heisei Chishinkan that day; there is no separate charge per room.

Daily-calendar verification: 2026-12-22–2027-02-07

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Kyoto · Kyoto National Museum Heisei Chishinkan 1F-4Gallery

Gold and Silver in Textiles

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Gallery theme · shared museum admission

Discover techniques that brought the brilliance of gold and silver into cloth.

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Closed: Normally Mondays. Additional confirmed closures 2026-12-29–2027-01-01, 2027-01-12. Open exceptions 2027-01-11.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Normally Mondays. Additional confirmed closures 2026-12-29–2027-01-01, 2027-01-12. Open exceptions 2027-01-11.

Closed Mondays. Open exceptions: 2027-01-11. Additional closures: 2027-01-12. Closed 2026-12-28 through 2027-01-01. 09:30–17:00; Fridays until 20:00; last entry 30 minutes before closing. Adults ¥700; university students ¥350; high-school students and younger, under-18s and ages 70+ free with proof. Individual timed-entry requirements are unverified. Recheck rotations and temporary changes.

Part of the Collection Galleries. One admission covers all displays in the Heisei Chishinkan that day; there is no separate charge per room.

Daily-calendar verification: 2026-12-22–2027-01-31

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Kyoto · Kyoto National Museum Heisei Chishinkan 2F-5Gallery

Three Friends of Winter: Pine, Bamboo and Plum

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Gallery theme · shared museum admission

Read the ideals embodied by pine, bamboo and plum in Chinese painting.

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Closed: Normally Mondays. Additional confirmed closures 2026-12-29–2027-01-01, 2027-01-12. Open exceptions 2027-01-11.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Normally Mondays. Additional confirmed closures 2026-12-29–2027-01-01, 2027-01-12. Open exceptions 2027-01-11.

Closed Mondays. Open exceptions: 2027-01-11. Additional closures: 2027-01-12. Closed 2026-12-28 through 2027-01-01. 09:30–17:00; Fridays until 20:00; last entry 30 minutes before closing. Adults ¥700; university students ¥350; high-school students and younger, under-18s and ages 70+ free with proof. Individual timed-entry requirements are unverified. Recheck rotations and temporary changes.

Part of the Collection Galleries. One admission covers all displays in the Heisei Chishinkan that day; there is no separate charge per room.

Daily-calendar verification: 2026-12-22–2027-02-07

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Kyoto · Kyoto National Museum Heisei Chishinkan 1F-2

Tea Utensils and Their Accompaniments

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Feature display

Look beyond tea utensils to their boxes and textile pouches, revealing generations of care and ownership.

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Closed: Normally Mondays. Additional confirmed closures 2026-12-29–2027-01-01, 2027-01-12. Open exceptions 2027-01-11, 2027-03-22.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Normally Mondays. Additional confirmed closures 2026-12-29–2027-01-01, 2027-01-12. Open exceptions 2027-01-11, 2027-03-22.

Closed Mondays. Open exceptions: 2027-01-11, 2027-03-22. Additional closures: 2027-01-12. Closed 2026-12-28 through 2027-01-01. 09:30–17:00; Fridays until 20:00; last entry 30 minutes before closing. Adults ¥700; university students ¥350; high-school students and younger, under-18s and ages 70+ free with proof. Individual timed-entry requirements are unverified. Recheck rotations and temporary changes.

Part of the Collection Galleries. One admission covers all displays in the Heisei Chishinkan that day; there is no separate charge per room.

Daily-calendar verification: 2026-12-22–2027-03-22

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Kyoto · Kyoto National Museum Heisei Chishinkan 2F-4Gallery

Painting and Writing in Harmony

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Gallery theme · shared museum admission

Explore how images and words interact in scrolls, calligraphy and haiga painting.

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Closed: Normally Mondays. Additional confirmed closures 2026-12-29–2027-01-01, 2027-01-12. Open exceptions 2027-01-11.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Normally Mondays. Additional confirmed closures 2026-12-29–2027-01-01, 2027-01-12. Open exceptions 2027-01-11.

Closed Mondays. Open exceptions: 2027-01-11. Additional closures: 2027-01-12. Closed 2026-12-28 through 2027-01-01. 09:30–17:00; Fridays until 20:00; last entry 30 minutes before closing. Adults ¥700; university students ¥350; high-school students and younger, under-18s and ages 70+ free with proof. Individual timed-entry requirements are unverified. Recheck rotations and temporary changes.

Part of the Collection Galleries. One admission covers all displays in the Heisei Chishinkan that day; there is no separate charge per room.

Daily-calendar verification: 2026-12-22–2027-02-07

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Kyoto · Kyoto National Museum Heisei Chishinkan 1F-5Gallery

Kettles for the Tea Ceremony

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Gallery theme · shared museum admission

Look closely at the forms and designs of kettles at the heart of the tea ceremony.

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Closed: Normally Mondays. Additional confirmed closures 2026-12-29–2027-01-01, 2027-01-12. Open exceptions 2027-01-11.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Normally Mondays. Additional confirmed closures 2026-12-29–2027-01-01, 2027-01-12. Open exceptions 2027-01-11.

Closed Mondays. Open exceptions: 2027-01-11. Additional closures: 2027-01-12. Closed 2026-12-28 through 2027-01-01. 09:30–17:00; Fridays until 20:00; last entry 30 minutes before closing. Adults ¥700; university students ¥350; high-school students and younger, under-18s and ages 70+ free with proof. Individual timed-entry requirements are unverified. Recheck rotations and temporary changes.

Part of the Collection Galleries. One admission covers all displays in the Heisei Chishinkan that day; there is no separate charge per room.

Daily-calendar verification: 2026-12-22–2027-02-07

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Kyoto · Kyoto National Museum Heisei Chishinkan 2F-3Gallery

Painting of the Ami School I

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Gallery theme · shared museum admission

Discover refined ink painting shaped by the Ami school’s study of Chinese art.

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Closed: Normally Mondays. Additional confirmed closures 2026-12-29–2027-01-01, 2027-01-12. Open exceptions 2027-01-11.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Normally Mondays. Additional confirmed closures 2026-12-29–2027-01-01, 2027-01-12. Open exceptions 2027-01-11.

Closed Mondays. Open exceptions: 2027-01-11. Additional closures: 2027-01-12. Closed 2026-12-28 through 2027-01-01. 09:30–17:00; Fridays until 20:00; last entry 30 minutes before closing. Adults ¥700; university students ¥350; high-school students and younger, under-18s and ages 70+ free with proof. Individual timed-entry requirements are unverified. Recheck rotations and temporary changes.

Part of the Collection Galleries. One admission covers all displays in the Heisei Chishinkan that day; there is no separate charge per room.

Daily-calendar verification: 2026-12-22–2027-01-24

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Iwate · Iwate Museum of Art

Tove and the Moomins

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Discover the varied artistic world of Moomin creator Tove Jansson.

An announced exhibition period. Daily opening conditions are not verified, so it is not added to the daily calendar.

Closed: Current closure days and exhibition-specific exceptions need confirmation.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Current closure days and exhibition-specific exceptions need confirmation.

The official touring exhibition site confirms the Iwate dates. Iwate-specific closures including New Year, hours, fees and booking conditions are not yet verified; check the official announcement before visiting.

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Fukuoka · Kyushu National Museum 4F Cultural Exchange Exhibition

Kyuhaku New Year Trail: Sheep (working title)

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An announced New Year trail follows sheep-like forms and auspicious imagery through the collection.

An announced exhibition period. Daily opening conditions are not verified, so it is not added to the daily calendar.

Closed: Normally Mondays. Open exceptions 2027-01-11.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Normally Mondays. Open exceptions 2027-01-11.

Closed Mondays. Open exceptions: 2027-01-11. Additional closures: 2027-01-12. 09:30–17:00; Saturdays during special exhibitions until 19:00; last entry 30 minutes before closing. Adults ¥700; university students ¥350; high-school students and younger, under-18s and ages 70+ free with proof. Individual timed-entry requirements are unverified. Recheck rotations and temporary changes.

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Kyushu National Museum with a sweeping glass facade reflecting sky and trees, an outdoor plaza with wooden tables, and a covered white-columned walkway on the right.
Venue reference · not the exhibition

The curved roof and glass facade of Kyushu National Museum, photographed on 20 September 2024. A dated venue reference, not the current exhibition or present conditions.

Capture date (source): 2024-09-20

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Fukuoka · Kyushu National Museum 4F Cultural Exchange Exhibition J室

New Year Display: National Treasure Hatsune Furnishings

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Feature display

A New Year encounter with three pieces from the exquisite Hatsune bridal furnishings.

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Closed: Normally Mondays. Additional confirmed closures 2027-01-12. Open exceptions 2027-01-11.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Normally Mondays. Additional confirmed closures 2027-01-12. Open exceptions 2027-01-11.

Closed Mondays. Open exceptions: 2027-01-11. Additional closures: 2027-01-12. 09:30–17:00; Saturdays during special exhibitions until 19:00; last entry 30 minutes before closing. Adults ¥700; university students ¥350; high-school students and younger, under-18s and ages 70+ free with proof. Counter and online tickets listed; timed-entry requirements unverified. Recheck rotations and temporary changes.

Part of the fourth-floor Cultural Exchange Exhibition and included in its admission, with no separate charge.

Daily-calendar verification: 2027-01-01–2027-01-31

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Aomori · Aomori Museum of Art

Collection 2026–4: Lake Towada / Aomori–Jeju, Ten Years of Partnership

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Explore collection themes focused on Lake Towada and the Aomori–Jeju partnership.

Verified dates, excluding closures, also appear in the daily calendar. Check admission and booking conditions.

Closed: Additional confirmed closures 2027-01-12, 2027-01-25, 2027-02-08, 2027-02-13–2027-02-25, 2027-03-08, 2027-03-23.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Additional confirmed closures 2027-01-12, 2027-01-25, 2027-02-08, 2027-02-13–2027-02-25, 2027-03-08, 2027-03-23.

09:30–17:00, last admission 16:30. Dated closures apply. Online tickets available; no mandatory individual time reservation identified. Groups require an application.

Daily-calendar verification: 2027-01-02–2027-03-31

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Ibaraki · Ibaraki Ceramic Art Museum, special exhibition room and Gallery 2

Kasama College of Ceramic Art 10th Anniversary (working title)

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Trace ten years of ceramic education and its graduates.

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Closed: Normally Mondays. Additional confirmed closures 2027-01-12. Open exceptions 2027-01-11.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Normally Mondays. Additional confirmed closures 2027-01-12. Open exceptions 2027-01-11.

Closed Mondays, or the next weekday after a holiday Monday. Open Nov 2 and closed Nov 4, 2026. Extra closure Dec 25–27, followed by the regular Dec 28 closure and Dec 29–Jan 1 holidays. Gallery 1 only is closed Nov 30–Feb 9. 09:30–17:00; last entry 16:30. Listed special exhibitions: adults ¥950, ages 70+ ¥470, high-school students etc. ¥710, elementary/junior-high ¥360. Collection/theme only: adults ¥360. Fees may change. Individual booking requirements are unconfirmed. Groups of 20+ should telephone in advance. Check separate rules for loan-gallery displays.

Daily-calendar verification: 2027-01-02–2027-03-07

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Kyoto · Kyoto National Museum Heisei Chishinkan 3F-1Gallery

Ceramics of Japan and East Asia

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Gallery theme · shared museum admission

Compare forms, colors and decoration across ceramics from Japan and East Asia.

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Closed: Normally Mondays. Additional confirmed closures 2027-01-12. Open exceptions 2027-01-11, 2027-03-22.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Normally Mondays. Additional confirmed closures 2027-01-12. Open exceptions 2027-01-11, 2027-03-22.

Closed Mondays. Open exceptions: 2027-01-11, 2027-03-22. Additional closures: 2027-01-12. 09:30–17:00; Fridays until 20:00; last entry 30 minutes before closing. Adults ¥700; university students ¥350; high-school students and younger, under-18s and ages 70+ free with proof. Individual timed-entry requirements are unverified. Recheck rotations and temporary changes.

Part of the Collection Galleries. One admission covers all displays in the Heisei Chishinkan that day; there is no separate charge per room.

Daily-calendar verification: 2027-01-02–2027-03-22

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Kyoto · Kyoto National Museum Heisei Chishinkan 3F-2Gallery

Japanese Archaeological Materials

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Gallery theme · shared museum admission

Archaeological finds offer glimpses of everyday life and ritual in Japan’s past.

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Closed: Normally Mondays. Additional confirmed closures 2027-01-12. Open exceptions 2027-01-11, 2027-03-22.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Normally Mondays. Additional confirmed closures 2027-01-12. Open exceptions 2027-01-11, 2027-03-22.

Closed Mondays. Open exceptions: 2027-01-11, 2027-03-22. Additional closures: 2027-01-12. 09:30–17:00; Fridays until 20:00; last entry 30 minutes before closing. Adults ¥700; university students ¥350; high-school students and younger, under-18s and ages 70+ free with proof. Individual timed-entry requirements are unverified. Recheck rotations and temporary changes.

Part of the Collection Galleries. One admission covers all displays in the Heisei Chishinkan that day; there is no separate charge per room.

Daily-calendar verification: 2027-01-02–2027-03-22

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Kyoto · Kyoto National Museum Heisei Chishinkan 3F-2

Pioneers of Wazuka Valley: The Person Buried at Harayama Kofun

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Gallery theme · shared museum admission

Armor, mirrors and other finds reveal a pioneer of Wazuka Valley and the region’s connections.

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Closed: Normally Mondays. Additional confirmed closures 2027-01-12. Open exceptions 2027-01-11, 2027-03-22.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Normally Mondays. Additional confirmed closures 2027-01-12. Open exceptions 2027-01-11, 2027-03-22.

Closed Mondays. Open exceptions: 2027-01-11, 2027-03-22. Additional closures: 2027-01-12. 09:30–17:00; Fridays until 20:00; last entry 30 minutes before closing. Adults ¥700; university students ¥350; high-school students and younger, under-18s and ages 70+ free with proof. Individual timed-entry requirements are unverified. Recheck rotations and temporary changes.

Part of the Collection Galleries. One admission covers all displays in the Heisei Chishinkan that day; there is no separate charge per room.

Daily-calendar verification: 2027-01-02–2027-03-22

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The white plaster and dark timber exterior walls and tiled roofs of Matsue History Museum, seen across a road under a blue sky. A small passerby stands near the left entrance. Photographed on 12 June 2025.
Venue reference · not the exhibition

Matsue History Museum exterior, photographed on 12 June 2025. A dated venue reference, not the listed exhibitions, their displays or current conditions. The small passerby and entrance notices are part of the original supplied image.

Capture date (source): 2025-06-12

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Shimane · Matsue History Museum

Matsue’s Yokozuna Jinmaku Kyugoro: 15 Years of Sister-City Ties with Onomichi

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A spot display about yokozuna Jinmaku Kyugoro and his connection to Matsue.

Verified dates, excluding closures and exhibition suspensions, appear in the daily calendar. Check admission and reservation conditions.

Closed: Closed Mondays, moving to the next weekday for a holiday, and December 29–January 1. Special opening November 2, 2026. Open November 23, January 11 and March 22; closed on the following weekdays.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Closed Mondays, moving to the next weekday for a holiday, and December 29–January 1. Special opening November 2, 2026. Open November 23, January 11 and March 22; closed on the following weekdays.

09:00–17:00; gallery admission until 16:30. Included in main-gallery admission: adults ¥700 (groups ¥560; Matsue residents ¥350); junior-high students and younger free; Matsue residents aged 65+ free with proof. No mandatory advance reservation is stated for ordinary viewing. Talks and experiences may require separate registration. Closed Mondays, moving to the next weekday for a holiday, and December 29–January 1. Special opening November 2, 2026. Open November 23, January 11 and March 22; closed on the following weekdays.

Opens January 2 after the New Year closure. Open January 11 and March 22; closed the following days.

Final section of the main exhibition gallery.

Daily-calendar verification: 2027-01-02–2027-03-28

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Fukui · Fukui Prefectural Wakasa History Museum, special exhibition room

Everyday Life in Wakasa in Earlier Times

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History and archaeology exhibition

Discover everyday life in Wakasa through older tools and photographs.

The daily calendar shows only checked opening dates. Check admission and booking conditions.

Closed: During this exhibition, closed Mondays except January 11 and March 22, 2027; closed January 12. The March 23 closure is outside the exhibition.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: During this exhibition, closed Mondays except January 11 and March 22, 2027; closed January 12. The March 23 closure is outside the exhibition.

Admission is covered by the permanent-exhibition admission fee. The text does not specify whether individuals need to book.

Advertised as an exhibition for the general public. Check official age-based fees and other conditions.

09:00–17:00 (last admission 16:30).

The exhibition ends March 22.

Daily-calendar verification: 2027-01-03–2027-03-22

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Yamagata · Yamagata Museum of Art

Hattori Collection: Beyond Dreams and Reality / Looking at Landscapes

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Explore imagination and landscape in the Hattori Collection’s French paintings.

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Closed: Normally Mondays. Additional confirmed closures 2027-01-12, 2027-01-31, 2027-02-02, 2027-02-16–2027-02-17. Open exceptions 2027-01-11, 2027-03-22.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Normally Mondays. Additional confirmed closures 2027-01-12, 2027-01-31, 2027-02-02, 2027-02-16–2027-02-17. Open exceptions 2027-01-11, 2027-03-22.

Normally10:00–17:00, last admission16:30; Mondays and extra closures apply. Collection-only rates: adults ¥800, high-school/university ¥400, schoolchildren ¥200. Special-exhibition rates apply during special shows. Individual booking requirements unconfirmed. Elementary and junior-high pupils enter free on Saturdays and Sunday mornings.

Daily-calendar verification: 2027-01-04–2027-03-22

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Yamagata · Yamagata Museum of Art

Hasegawa Collection: Auspicious Motifs

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Welcome the new year through auspicious motifs in Japanese art.

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Closed: Normally Mondays. Additional confirmed closures 2027-01-12, 2027-01-31, 2027-02-02. Open exceptions 2027-01-11.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Normally Mondays. Additional confirmed closures 2027-01-12, 2027-01-31, 2027-02-02. Open exceptions 2027-01-11.

Normally10:00–17:00, last admission16:30; Mondays and extra closures apply. Collection-only rates: adults ¥800, high-school/university ¥400, schoolchildren ¥200. Special-exhibition rates apply during special shows. Individual booking requirements unconfirmed. Elementary and junior-high pupils enter free on Saturdays and Sunday mornings.

Daily-calendar verification: 2027-01-04–2027-02-14

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Saitama · Omiya Bonsai Art Museum, collection gallery and bonsai garden

Bonsai through the Seasons: January: Celebrating Evergreen

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Meet the quiet presence of evergreens at the start of the year.

An announced exhibition period. Daily opening conditions are not verified, so it is not added to the daily calendar.

Closed: Normally Thursdays. Additional confirmed closures 2027-01-15–2027-01-20, 2027-01-22–2027-01-27. 2027-01-14–2027-02-07.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Normally Thursdays. Additional confirmed closures 2027-01-15–2027-01-20, 2027-01-22–2027-01-27. 2027-01-14–2027-02-07.

Closed Thursdays except public holidays, plus New Year and installation closures. Entire museum closed Jan 14–Feb 7, 2027 for LED work; further closures may be added. Mar–Oct 09:00–16:30; Nov–Feb 09:00–16:00. Last entry 30 minutes before closing. Adults ¥310; high-school/university students and ages 65+ ¥150; elementary/junior-high ¥100. General-admission booking requirements are unconfirmed and separate from lecture/workshop registration.

These dates were announced before the full-museum closure notice and overlap it. The actual display schedule needs reconfirmation. Bonsai rotate weekly.

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Shizuoka · Shizuoka City Serizawa Keisuke Art Museum

Creation Through Collecting

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Art exhibition

Explore Serizawa Keisuke’s collection and sense of beauty.

The daily calendar shows only checked opening dates. Check admission and booking conditions.

Closed: Closed Mondays except January 11; also closed January 12, February 12 and February 24. The whole museum closes March 15–31 for a display change after this exhibition ends.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Closed Mondays except January 11; also closed January 12, February 12 and February 24. The whole museum closes March 15–31 for a display change after this exhibition ends.

The published text does not clearly state whether general visitors need to book in advance. Check admission arrangements with the organizer before visiting.

Advertised as an exhibition for the general public. Check official age-based fees and other conditions.

The entire museum is closed March 15–31 for exhibition changes.

Daily-calendar verification: 2027-01-05–2027-03-14

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Stepped concrete exterior walls of the Okinawa Prefectural Museum & Art Museum, with branches and a street lamp in front.
Venue reference · not the exhibition

Exterior detail of the Okinawa Prefectural Museum & Art Museum, photographed April 18, 2026. Venue reference only; not a view of the exhibition.

Capture date (source): 2026-04-18

Photo: Alf Altendorf · Source · CC BY-SA 4.0

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Okinawa · Okinawa Prefectural Museum & Art Museum

Shurijo Castle and Facilities Associated with the Ryukyu Royal Family

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Discover royal buildings, their functions and the objects used inside them.

Verified dates, excluding closures and exhibition suspensions, appear in the daily calendar. Check admission and reservation conditions.

Closed: Closed Mondays, moving to the next weekday for holiday Mondays. Open November 23, January 11 and March 22; closed November 24, January 12 and March 23. Closed December 28, 2026–January 4, 2027.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Closed Mondays, moving to the next weekday for holiday Mondays. Open November 23, January 11 and March 22; closed November 24, January 12 and March 23. Closed December 28, 2026–January 4, 2027.

09:00–18:00, Fridays/Saturdays until 20:00. Last admission 30 minutes before closing. Museum permanent-gallery ticket: adults ¥530; high-school/university students ¥270; out-of-prefecture elementary/junior-high pupils ¥150. Okinawa pupils, preschoolers, ages 70+, disability-certificate holders and one carer enter free, with proof where applicable. Group rates for 20+. No advance-booking requirement is stated for ordinary admission; tickets are sold at the entrance. Groups should apply in advance. Closed Mondays, moving to the next weekday for holiday Mondays. Open November 23, January 11 and March 22; closed November 24, January 12 and March 23. Closed December 28, 2026–January 4, 2027.

Included in museum permanent-gallery admission. Separate from the third-floor Shurijo special exhibition and its ticket.

1F museum permanent galleries, Arts and Crafts section, phase 4.

Daily-calendar verification: 2027-01-05–2027-02-21

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Venue reference: the Japan Folk Crafts Museum’s stone wall, gate and white-walled main building, seen across the street on 30 August 2026.
Venue reference · not the exhibition

Venue reference: front exterior of the Japan Folk Crafts Museum’s main building, photographed 30 August 2026. Not a photograph of this exhibition, its artworks, or current conditions.

Capture date (source): 2026-08-30

Photo: Nesnad · Source · CC BY 4.0

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Tokyo · The Japan Folk Crafts Museum

90th Anniversary: Yanagi Soetsu’s Collecting Stories

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Discover the stories behind objects cherished by Yanagi Soetsu.

Verified dates, excluding closures, also appear in the daily calendar. Check admission and booking conditions.

Closed: Normally Mondays. Additional confirmed closures 2027-01-12. Open exceptions 2027-01-11.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Normally Mondays. Additional confirmed closures 2027-01-12. Open exceptions 2027-01-11.

Main Hall closed Mondays, or the day after holiday Mondays. Closed Nov 4–21, Dec 18, 2026–Jan 5, 2027 and Mar 11–19 for changeovers/holidays. West Hall normally opens only on second/third Wednesdays and Saturdays, subject to exhibition-specific dates. Main Hall 10:00–17:00, last entry 16:30. West Hall has separate opening dates and hours, 10:00–16:30, last entry 16:00. Adults ¥1,500; university/high-school students ¥800; junior-high and younger free. Group rates for 20+. Groups must reserve in advance. Check exhibition-specific notices for individual timed-booking exceptions.

Daily-calendar verification: 2027-01-06–2027-03-10

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Curved glass façade detail at The National Art Center, Tokyo, with repeating glass sunshades and supports.
Venue reference · not the exhibition

Detail of the curved glass façade at The National Art Center, Tokyo, photographed on 1 June 2024. A historical venue reference, not an exhibition view, an interior room or current event conditions.

Capture date (source): 2024-06-01

Photo: Rob Oo · Source · CC BY 4.0

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Tokyo · The National Art Center, Tokyo, Galleries 1A , 1B , 1C , 1D , 2A , 2B , 2C , 2D , 3A , 3B

75th Dokuritsu Calligraphy Exhibition

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Public association exhibition

Discover a range of artistic approaches in this independently organized exhibition.

Verified dates, excluding closures, also appear in the daily calendar. Check admission and booking conditions.

Closed: Normally Tuesdays.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Normally Tuesdays.

Normally 10:00–18:00, last entry 17:30. Free admission. The final day closes earlier where stated below. Closed Tuesdays, except holidays with next-weekday closure; official calendar exceptions applied. Booking requirements are not specified. Final-day closing: 18:00. Final day 2027-01-17: closes 18:00, last entry 17:30.

Final day 2027-01-17: closes 18:00, last entry 17:30.

Daily-calendar verification: 2027-01-07–2027-01-17

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Stone-clad exterior, stepped tower and glazing of the Okayama Prefectural Museum of Art, with a street and trees in front.
Venue reference · not the exhibition

Venue reference: the exterior of the Okayama Prefectural Museum of Art, photographed May 5, 2025. A historical reference photo of the venue for the 77th Okayama Art Exhibition, not a view of the 2027 exhibition, winter appearance or admission conditions. Photo: 663highland / Wikimedia Commons (CC BY-SA 4.0).

Capture date (source): 2025-05-05

Photo: 663highland · Source · CC BY-SA 4.0

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Okayama · Okayama Prefectural Museum of Art

77th Okayama Art Exhibition — Okayama Venue

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Art exhibition

A juried exhibition of art from Okayama, with different disciplines shown in two phases.

The daily calendar shows only checked opening dates. Check admission and booking conditions.

Closed: Phase I January 8–11; phase II January 15–18. Display change January 12–14. Open January 11 and 18.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Phase I January 8–11; phase II January 15–18. Display change January 12–14. Open January 11 and 18.

Sections and works differ between phase I, January 8–11, and phase II, January 15–18. No viewing January 12–14 during the changeover. 09:00–17:00. Adults ¥800, advance ¥600; high-school students and younger free. Booking requirements are unconfirmed.

Daily-calendar verification: 2027-01-08–2027-01-18

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Kumamoto · Kumamoto Prefectural Museum of Art, main building, Gallery 2

Hosokawa and Museum Collection 4, 2026–27

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Collection display

Explore art and history through the Hosokawa and museum collections.

The daily calendar shows only checked opening dates. Check admission and booking conditions.

Closed: Closed Mondays; open on public holidays and closed the next weekday. During this run, open January 11 and closed January 12.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Closed Mondays; open on public holidays and closed the next weekday. During this run, open January 11 and closed January 12.

Paid admission. The text does not specify whether individuals need advance reservations.

High-school students and younger enter free. Check official guidance for other fees and reductions or exemptions.

Closed Mondays. Some works are displayed only for limited periods.

09:30–17:15 (last admission 16:45).

Adults JPY 280, university students JPY 170; high-school students and younger free.

Daily-calendar verification: 2027-01-08–2027-03-14

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Hokkaido · Nakajima Park, Minami9-jo Plaza

SIAF 2027 Nakajima Park Illumination

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Outdoor art installation

An outdoor art venue in Nakajima Park exhibiting ENESS’s SNOWFISH.

Verified dates for Nakajima Park; other SIAF venues have different periods.

Closed: Open every day January 9–28, 2027.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Open every day January 9–28, 2027.

Outdoor exhibition of ENESS’s SNOWFISH. January 9–28, 2027, 10:00–20:00; open every day during the period; free. Its dates differ from the main festival period.

Daily-calendar verification: 2027-01-09–2027-01-28

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The silver-gray curved facade of SOMPO Museum of Art, with a road and roadside trees in front.
Venue reference · not the exhibition

SOMPO Museum of Art seen from across the road. Venue reference photographed on 25 January 2024; not an image of the current exhibition or present conditions.

Capture date (source): 2024-01-25

Photo: Asanagi · Source · CC0 1.0

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Tokyo · SOMPO Museum of Art

Togo Seiji: 130th Anniversary of His Birth

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Explore Togo Seiji’s elegant figures alongside his commercial designs.

Verified dates, excluding closures, also appear in the daily calendar. Check admission and booking conditions.

Closed: Normally Mondays. Additional confirmed closures 2027-01-12. Open exceptions 2027-01-11.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Normally Mondays. Additional confirmed closures 2027-01-12. Open exceptions 2027-01-11.

10:00–18:00, Fridays until 20:00; last entry 30 minutes before closing. Adults 26+ ¥1,600; age 25 or under ¥1,100; schoolchildren free. Advance sales planned from Dec 9; capacity restrictions possible.

Daily-calendar verification: 2027-01-09–2027-02-21

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The black facade, large window, planted terrace and lower floors of Nakanoshima Museum of Art, Osaka, viewed from an outdoor pedestrian deck. A pedestrian with a parasol is seen from behind at the right edge.
Venue reference · not the exhibition

Nakanoshima Museum of Art, Osaka, photographed on 24 August 2026. An exterior venue reference, not the displays of any listed exhibition or event, or current conditions.

Capture date (source): 2026-08-24

Photo: Sakai Yayoi · Source · CC0 1.0

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Osaka · Nakanoshima Museum of Art, Osaka 5F Gallery

A Century of Women Creating

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Encounter a century of women artists and the creative energy with which they forged their paths.

Verified dates, excluding closures, also appear in the daily calendar. Check admission and booking conditions.

Closed: Normally Mondays. Additional confirmed closures 2027-01-12. Open exceptions 2027-01-11, 2027-03-22.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Normally Mondays. Additional confirmed closures 2027-01-12. Open exceptions 2027-01-11, 2027-03-22.

Closed Mondays. Open exceptions: 2027-01-11, 2027-03-22. Additional closures: 2027-01-12. 10:00–17:00. Last entry 16:30. Adults ¥1,900; high-school/university ¥1,200; younger pupils free. Individual timed-entry requirements are unverified. Recheck rotations and temporary changes.

Groups of 20 or more require advance booking. Some works rotate; individual works are not guaranteed throughout the exhibition.

Daily-calendar verification: 2027-01-09–2027-03-22

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Fukuoka · Fukuoka Prefectural Museum of Art, fourth-floor gallery

Cats in Ukiyo-e

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Art exhibition

Discover cats depicted in ukiyo-e prints.

The daily calendar shows only checked opening dates. Check admission and booking conditions.

Closed: Closed Mondays, or the following weekday when Monday is a holiday. No Monday holiday occurs during this exhibition.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Closed Mondays, or the following weekday when Monday is a holiday. No Monday holiday occurs during this exhibition.

Fourth-floor gallery; 10:00–18:00, last admission 17:30.

Daily-calendar verification: 2027-01-13–2027-03-07

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Stepped concrete exterior walls of the Okinawa Prefectural Museum & Art Museum, with branches and a street lamp in front.
Venue reference · not the exhibition

Exterior detail of the Okinawa Prefectural Museum & Art Museum, photographed April 18, 2026. Venue reference only; not a view of the exhibition.

Capture date (source): 2026-04-18

Photo: Alf Altendorf · Source · CC BY-SA 4.0

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Okinawa · Okinawa Prefectural Museum & Art Museum

The World of Ryukyu Historical Documents at Tenri University

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Explore Ryukyu history and Shurijo restoration through documents held by Tenri Central Library.

Verified dates, excluding closures and exhibition suspensions, appear in the daily calendar. Check admission and reservation conditions.

Closed: Closed Mondays, moving to the next weekday for holiday Mondays. Open November 23, January 11 and March 22; closed November 24, January 12 and March 23. Closed December 28, 2026–January 4, 2027.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Closed Mondays, moving to the next weekday for holiday Mondays. Open November 23, January 11 and March 22; closed November 24, January 12 and March 23. Closed December 28, 2026–January 4, 2027.

09:00–18:00, Fridays/Saturdays until 20:00. Last admission 30 minutes before closing. Museum permanent-gallery ticket: adults ¥530; high-school/university students ¥270; out-of-prefecture elementary/junior-high pupils ¥150. Okinawa pupils, preschoolers, ages 70+, disability-certificate holders and one carer enter free, with proof where applicable. Group rates for 20+. No advance-booking requirement is stated for ordinary admission; tickets are sold at the entrance. Groups should apply in advance. Closed Mondays, moving to the next weekday for holiday Mondays. Open November 23, January 11 and March 22; closed November 24, January 12 and March 23. Closed December 28, 2026–January 4, 2027.

Included in museum permanent-gallery admission. Separate from the third-floor Shurijo special exhibition and its ticket.

1F museum permanent galleries, History section, phase 4.

Daily-calendar verification: 2027-01-13–2027-02-28

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Shiga · Shiga Museum of Art, Gallery 3, Otsu

Koji Sagawa: Painting and a Place to Be

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Art exhibition

Discover paintings and drawings by an artist whose studio is in Shiga’s satoyama landscape.

The daily calendar shows only checked opening dates. Check admission and booking conditions.

Closed: Closed Mondays, except holidays, with closure the following weekday. Open on the final day, March 22, 2027; March 23 is outside the exhibition.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Closed Mondays, except holidays, with closure the following weekday. Open on the final day, March 22, 2027; March 23 is outside the exhibition.

Whether booking is required is unconfirmed. Check official guidance.

Closed Mondays; open on public/substitute holidays and closed the following weekday. The final day, March 22, is open; March 23 is outside the exhibition period.

Age-based fees include general admission ¥1,200; group rates require 20 or more. Check official exemption conditions for preschool children, certificate holders and caregivers.

Booking requirements and current sales status are unconfirmed.

09:30–17:00; last admission 16:30.

Daily-calendar verification: 2027-01-15–2027-03-22

Checked: 2026-11-06 · English is an editorial translation.

Venue reference: Shimane Art Museum’s curved glass facade, lakeside path and Lake Shinji, photographed 21 March 2026.
Venue reference · not the exhibition

Venue reference: the exterior of Shimane Art Museum beside Lake Shinji, photographed 21 March 2026. Not this exhibition or its artworks, and not the scenery or weather expected during the exhibition.

Capture date (source): 2026-03-21

Photo: Spiegel · Source · CC BY 4.0

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Shimane · Shimane Art Museum

Utagawa Kuniyoshi: Ukiyo-e Super Creator

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Art exhibition

An exhibition of Kuniyoshi’s imaginative warrior prints, monsters and comic imagery.

The daily calendar shows only checked opening dates. Check admission and booking conditions.

Closed: Closed Tuesdays except February 23; closed February 24 instead.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Closed Tuesdays except February 23; closed February 24 instead.

Whether booking is required is unconfirmed. Check official guidance.

open February 23, closed February 24.

Special-exhibition fees, booking requirements and display-change details are unconfirmed. In March, the museum closes 30 minutes after sunset; closing times vary by month.

Jan–Feb 10:00–18:30; March 10:00–30 min after sunset

Daily-calendar verification: 2027-01-15–2027-03-15

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Miyagi · PARCO FACTORY SENDAI, Sendai PARCO1 fifth floor

Fushigi na Seroru Exhibition in Sendai

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Art exhibition

Explore a character’s world through illustrations, sculptural objects and immersive displays.

The exhibition period is confirmed, but complete daily opening/closure verification is pending. Check official information before visiting.

Closed: The announced period is January 16–31, 2027. An exhaustive closure list or explicit open-every-day statement has not been verified. Check official operation information for the date of your visit.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: The announced period is January 16–31, 2027. An exhaustive closure list or explicit open-every-day statement has not been verified. Check official operation information for the date of your visit.

10:00–20:00, last entry 19:15. January 31 closes 18:00, last entry 17:15. The exhibition area uses 30-minute visit slots.

¥2,200 including tax and an admission gift; preschool children free. With a disability certificate only one carer is free, while the visitor pays. Elementary-school children and younger must be accompanied by a paying adult aged 18+.

General timed advance tickets go on sale November 13, 2026 at 12:00, up to 30 minutes before admission if slots remain. Same-day tickets are available at the venue only when capacity remains; sales end when sold out.

Checked: 2026-11-06 · English is an editorial translation.

Tokyo National Museum’s main gate and tiled-roof Honkan across the road from Takenodai Square.
Venue reference · not the exhibition

Tokyo National Museum’s main gate and Honkan, seen from Takenodai Square outside the grounds. Venue reference photographed on 16 January 2024; not an exhibition-gallery image or a report of current exhibitions or conditions.

Capture date (source): 2024-01-16

Photo: Matthide127 · Source · CC0 1.0

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Tokyo · Tokyo National Museum

The Tale of Genji: Splendor of Court Culture

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Follow the world of Genji through paintings, crafts and manuscripts.

Verified dates, excluding closures, also appear in the daily calendar. Check admission and booking conditions.

Closed: Normally Mondays. Open exceptions 2027-02-22.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Normally Mondays. Open exceptions 2027-02-22.

9:30–17:00, last entry 16:30. Evening opening is not yet confirmed. Adults ¥2,400, university ¥1,300, high school ¥900. No advance reservation; queues possible. Tokyo dates are distinct from Kyoto.

Daily-calendar verification: 2027-01-19–2027-03-14

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Kagoshima · Kagoshima City Museum of Art

New Acquisitions from Fiscal 2025

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Collection display

Discover varied artistic approaches through newly acquired and deposited works.

The daily calendar shows only checked opening dates. Check admission and booking conditions.

Closed: Closed Mondays, or the next weekday when Monday is a public holiday. No Monday public holiday falls within this exhibition period.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Closed Mondays, or the next weekday when Monday is a public holiday. No Monday public holiday falls within this exhibition period.

Individual-booking conditions were not confirmed in the published text. Check official prices before the event.

Advertised as an exhibition for the general public. Check official age-based fees and other conditions.

This is separate from the spring collection exhibition.

09:30–18:00 (last admission 17:30).

Separate from the spring collection exhibition.

Daily-calendar verification: 2027-01-19–2027-03-14

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Curved glass façade detail at The National Art Center, Tokyo, with repeating glass sunshades and supports.
Venue reference · not the exhibition

Detail of the curved glass façade at The National Art Center, Tokyo, photographed on 1 June 2024. A historical venue reference, not an exhibition view, an interior room or current event conditions.

Capture date (source): 2024-06-01

Photo: Rob Oo · Source · CC BY 4.0

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Tokyo · The National Art Center, Tokyo, Galleries 1A

39th Heisen Exhibition

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Public association exhibition

Discover a range of artistic approaches in this independently organized exhibition.

Verified dates, excluding closures, also appear in the daily calendar. Check admission and booking conditions.

Closed: Normally Tuesdays.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Normally Tuesdays.

Normally 10:00–18:00, last entry 17:30. Free admission. The final day closes earlier where stated below. Closed Tuesdays, except holidays with next-weekday closure; official calendar exceptions applied. Booking requirements are not specified. Final-day closing: 14:00. Final day 2027-02-01: closes 14:00, last entry 13:30.

Final day 2027-02-01: closes 14:00, last entry 13:30.

Daily-calendar verification: 2027-01-20–2027-02-01

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Curved glass façade detail at The National Art Center, Tokyo, with repeating glass sunshades and supports.
Venue reference · not the exhibition

Detail of the curved glass façade at The National Art Center, Tokyo, photographed on 1 June 2024. A historical venue reference, not an exhibition view, an interior room or current event conditions.

Capture date (source): 2024-06-01

Photo: Rob Oo · Source · CC BY 4.0

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Tokyo · The National Art Center, Tokyo, Galleries 2B , 2C , 2D

43rd Sankei International Calligraphy: New Year Exhibition

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Public association exhibition

Discover a range of artistic approaches in this independently organized exhibition.

Verified dates, excluding closures, also appear in the daily calendar. Check admission and booking conditions.

Closed: Normally Tuesdays.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Normally Tuesdays.

Normally 10:00–18:00, last entry 17:30. Paid admission; see the official listing for adult and concession rates. The final day closes earlier where stated below. Closed Tuesdays, except holidays with next-weekday closure; official calendar exceptions applied. Booking requirements are not specified. Final-day closing: 15:00. Adult admission: ¥500. Final day 2027-02-01: closes 15:00, last entry 14:30.

Final day 2027-02-01: closes 15:00, last entry 14:30.

Daily-calendar verification: 2027-01-20–2027-02-01

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Curved glass façade detail at The National Art Center, Tokyo, with repeating glass sunshades and supports.
Venue reference · not the exhibition

Detail of the curved glass façade at The National Art Center, Tokyo, photographed on 1 June 2024. A historical venue reference, not an exhibition view, an interior room or current event conditions.

Capture date (source): 2024-06-01

Photo: Rob Oo · Source · CC BY 4.0

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Tokyo · The National Art Center, Tokyo, Galleries 1B

4th FPA Professional Food Photography Awards Exhibition

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Public association exhibition

Discover a range of artistic approaches in this independently organized exhibition.

Verified dates, excluding closures, also appear in the daily calendar. Check admission and booking conditions.

Closed: Normally Tuesdays.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Normally Tuesdays.

Normally 10:00–18:00, last entry 17:30. Free admission. The final day closes earlier where stated below. Closed Tuesdays, except holidays with next-weekday closure; official calendar exceptions applied. Booking requirements are not specified. Final-day closing: 14:00. Final day 2027-02-01: closes 14:00, last entry 13:30.

Final day 2027-02-01: closes 14:00, last entry 13:30.

Daily-calendar verification: 2027-01-20–2027-02-01

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Curved glass façade detail at The National Art Center, Tokyo, with repeating glass sunshades and supports.
Venue reference · not the exhibition

Detail of the curved glass façade at The National Art Center, Tokyo, photographed on 1 June 2024. A historical venue reference, not an exhibition view, an interior room or current event conditions.

Capture date (source): 2024-06-01

Photo: Rob Oo · Source · CC BY 4.0

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Tokyo · The National Art Center, Tokyo, Galleries 2A

Beauty Beyond Borders 2027

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Public association exhibition

Discover a range of artistic approaches in this independently organized exhibition.

Verified dates, excluding closures, also appear in the daily calendar. Check admission and booking conditions.

Closed: Normally Tuesdays.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Normally Tuesdays.

Normally 10:00–18:00, last entry 17:30. Paid admission; see the official listing for adult and concession rates. The final day closes earlier where stated below. Closed Tuesdays, except holidays with next-weekday closure; official calendar exceptions applied. Booking requirements are not specified. Final-day closing: 18:00. Adult admission: ¥500. Opens at 14:00 on the first day. Final day 2027-01-31: closes 18:00, last entry 17:30.

Final day 2027-01-31: closes 18:00, last entry 17:30.

Daily-calendar verification: 2027-01-21–2027-01-31

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Curved glass façade detail at The National Art Center, Tokyo, with repeating glass sunshades and supports.
Venue reference · not the exhibition

Detail of the curved glass façade at The National Art Center, Tokyo, photographed on 1 June 2024. A historical venue reference, not an exhibition view, an interior room or current event conditions.

Capture date (source): 2024-06-01

Photo: Rob Oo · Source · CC BY 4.0

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Tokyo · The National Art Center, Tokyo, Galleries 1C , 1D

49th International Calligraphy and Painting Exhibition

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Public association exhibition

Discover a range of artistic approaches in this independently organized exhibition.

Verified dates, excluding closures, also appear in the daily calendar. Check admission and booking conditions.

Closed: Normally Tuesdays.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Normally Tuesdays.

Normally 10:00–18:00, last entry 17:30. Free admission. The final day closes earlier where stated below. Closed Tuesdays, except holidays with next-weekday closure; official calendar exceptions applied. Booking requirements are not specified. Final-day closing: 14:00. Final day 2027-02-01: closes 14:00, last entry 13:30.

Final day 2027-02-01: closes 14:00, last entry 13:30.

Daily-calendar verification: 2027-01-21–2027-02-01

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Curved glass façade detail at The National Art Center, Tokyo, with repeating glass sunshades and supports.
Venue reference · not the exhibition

Detail of the curved glass façade at The National Art Center, Tokyo, photographed on 1 June 2024. A historical venue reference, not an exhibition view, an interior room or current event conditions.

Capture date (source): 2024-06-01

Photo: Rob Oo · Source · CC BY 4.0

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Tokyo · The National Art Center, Tokyo, Galleries 3B

8th Washi Torn-Paper Art Exhibition

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Public association exhibition

Discover a range of artistic approaches in this independently organized exhibition.

Verified dates, excluding closures, also appear in the daily calendar. Check admission and booking conditions.

Closed: Normally Tuesdays.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Normally Tuesdays.

Normally 10:00–18:00, last entry 17:30. Free admission. The final day closes earlier where stated below. Closed Tuesdays, except holidays with next-weekday closure; official calendar exceptions applied. Booking requirements are not specified. Final-day closing: 14:00. Final day 2027-02-01: closes 14:00, last entry 13:30.

Final day 2027-02-01: closes 14:00, last entry 13:30.

Daily-calendar verification: 2027-01-21–2027-02-01

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The white plaster and dark timber exterior walls and tiled roofs of Matsue History Museum, seen across a road under a blue sky. A small passerby stands near the left entrance. Photographed on 12 June 2025.
Venue reference · not the exhibition

Matsue History Museum exterior, photographed on 12 June 2025. A dated venue reference, not the listed exhibitions, their displays or current conditions. The small passerby and entrance notices are part of the original supplied image.

Capture date (source): 2025-06-12

Photo: Spiegel · Source · CC BY 4.0

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Shimane · Matsue History Museum

Secret Castle Maps: An Atlas Owned by a Matsue Retainer

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A collection exhibition presenting 74 maps of castles and castle towns.

Verified dates, excluding closures and exhibition suspensions, appear in the daily calendar. Check admission and reservation conditions.

Closed: Closed Mondays, moving to the next weekday for a holiday, and December 29–January 1. Special opening November 2, 2026. Open November 23, January 11 and March 22; closed on the following weekdays.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Closed Mondays, moving to the next weekday for a holiday, and December 29–January 1. Special opening November 2, 2026. Open November 23, January 11 and March 22; closed on the following weekdays.

09:00–17:00; gallery admission until 16:30. Exhibition-specific admission is not stated in the annual programme. Neither the ¥700 main-gallery fee nor the ¥750 armor-show price is a confirmed fee for this exhibition. No mandatory advance reservation is stated for ordinary viewing. Talks and experiences may require separate registration. Closed Mondays, moving to the next weekday for a holiday, and December 29–January 1. Special opening November 2, 2026. Open November 23, January 11 and March 22; closed on the following weekdays.

Runs through April 4; daily dates stop March 31. Open March 22, closed March 23.

Collection exhibition at Matsue History Museum; the annual programme does not specify the exact room.

Daily-calendar verification: 2027-01-22–2027-03-31

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The red-brown Fukuoka Art Museum amid trees and shrubs, with the south entrance at the end of a paved approach.
Venue reference · not the exhibition

South entrance and approach to the Fukuoka Art Museum, photographed on 25 May 2026. A dated venue reference, not the current exhibition or present conditions.

Capture date (source): 2026-05-25

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Fukuoka · Fukuoka Art Museum, second-floor special exhibition gallery

Mamoru Hosoda: Origins — Fukuoka

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Art exhibition

Explore the origins of Mamoru Hosoda through production materials.

The daily calendar shows only checked opening dates. Check admission and booking conditions.

Closed: Closed Mondays except March 22; closed March 23 instead.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Closed Mondays except March 22; closed March 23 instead.

Admission may be restricted when crowded.

Adults JPY 2,200, high-school/university students JPY 1,200, elementary/junior-high students JPY 800. Same-day tickets available; entry limits or numbered tickets may apply when busy.

Daily-calendar verification: 2027-01-22–2027-03-28

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Oita · Oita Prefectural Art Museum, third-floor collection gallery

OPAM Collection Exhibition IV — Fiscal 2026

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Collection display

Discover selected works from OPAM’s collection.

The daily calendar shows only checked opening dates. Check admission and booking conditions. Dates from April onward are the announced exhibition period, not verified daily opening.

Closed: The only announced closure for this exhibition is Monday, February 15. This is a collection-gallery closure, not a whole-museum closure.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: The only announced closure for this exhibition is Monday, February 15. This is a collection-gallery closure, not a whole-museum closure.

Whether booking is required is unconfirmed. Check official guidance.

Only February 15 is explicitly listed as an exhibition closure.

General ¥300; university/high-school students ¥200; junior-high age and younger free. Conditions include free Saturdays for high-school students; student ID required.

Booking requirements and temporary changes are unconfirmed. A special-exhibition ticket stub permits free viewing once per stub.

10:00–19:00; until 20:00 on Fridays and Saturdays. Last admission is 30 minutes before closing.

Adults JPY 300, high-school/university students JPY 200. Closes at 20:00 Friday/Saturday, 19:00 otherwise.

Daily-calendar verification: 2027-01-22–2027-03-31

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Iwate · Tosai Classic Hall Iwate, exhibition room

Noritake Kinashi Exhibition in Iwate

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Art exhibition

An exhibition of Noritake Kinashi’s work in Morioka.

The daily calendar shows verified opening dates only. Check admission and booking conditions.

Closed: The only closures during the exhibition are February 15 and March 15, 2027. It is not closed every Monday.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: The only closures during the exhibition are February 15 and March 15, 2027. It is not closed every Monday.

10:00–17:00, last admission 16:30, in the hall’s exhibition room.

Same-day admission is ¥1,400 for adults/university students and ¥800 for school students; advance tickets ¥1,200/600. General sales begin November 11, 2026 at 10:00; advance sales end January 22, 2027 at 23:59.

Preschool children are free with an accompanying adult aged 18 or older. Student tickets require proof. A disability certificate holder and up to one companion pay the advance rate. Shop-only visits are not allowed.

Daily-calendar verification: 2027-01-23–2027-03-28

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Akita · Akita Museum of Art

Tsuguharu Foujita and Events of Akita

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Explore how Events of Akita took shape through drawings, photographs and models.

An announced exhibition period. Daily opening conditions are not verified, so it is not added to the daily calendar.

Closed: Additional confirmed closures 2027-03-08–2027-03-17.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Additional confirmed closures 2027-03-08–2027-03-17.

10:00–18:00; ticket sales end 17:30. Irregular dated closures apply. Individual reservation requirements are not explicitly confirmed.

Planned dates announced in March 2026. Closed March 8–17, 2027. Exhibition fees and April closure dates remain unverified.

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Toyama · Toyama Prefectural Museum of Art and Design, second floor, Galleries 2–4

European Treasures from the Cincinnati Art Museum

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Art exhibition

European paintings from an American collection, on view in Toyama.

The daily calendar shows only checked opening dates. Check admission and booking conditions. Dates from April onward are the announced exhibition period, not verified daily opening.

Closed: Closed every Wednesday.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Closed every Wednesday.

Paid admission tickets are offered. General advance sales are scheduled to begin November 6, 2026. No explicit date/time reservation requirement was confirmed.

Advertised as an exhibition for the general public. Check official age-based fees and other conditions.

Closed every Wednesday. Check official advance-ticket guidance and admission requirements. Early-discount tickets are valid January 23–February 14, not for March visits.

09:30–18:00 (last admission 17:30).

Adults JPY 2,000; university students JPY 1,400; high-school students and younger free. Early-discount tickets are valid only January 23–February 14.

Daily-calendar verification: 2027-01-23–2027-03-31

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Nagano · Hokusai Museum, Obuse

Beautiful Hokusai: Perspectives on Beauty

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Look beyond beauty portraits to the beauty Hokusai found in landscapes and objects.

Verified dates, excluding closures and exhibition suspensions, appear in the daily calendar. Check admission and reservation conditions.

Closed: No scheduled closures during the exhibition; temporary changes will be announced separately.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: No scheduled closures during the exhibition; temporary changes will be announced separately.

09:00–17:00, last admission 16:30; no scheduled closures during the exhibition. Adults ¥1,200, high-school/university students ¥500, elementary/junior-high students ¥300. No mandatory advance reservation is stated for ordinary viewing.

The official notice states no closures during the exhibition. Check for further announcements about works and related programmes.

Hokusai-kan; specific room numbers not announced.

Daily-calendar verification: 2027-01-23–2027-03-28

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The black facade, large window, planted terrace and lower floors of Nakanoshima Museum of Art, Osaka, viewed from an outdoor pedestrian deck. A pedestrian with a parasol is seen from behind at the right edge.
Venue reference · not the exhibition

Nakanoshima Museum of Art, Osaka, photographed on 24 August 2026. An exterior venue reference, not the displays of any listed exhibition or event, or current conditions.

Capture date (source): 2026-08-24

Photo: Sakai Yayoi · Source · CC0 1.0

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Osaka · Nakanoshima Museum of Art, Osaka 2F Multipurpose Space

Osaka Directory 15: Inui Mayuko

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Meet Inui Mayuko’s work in the museum’s series introducing emerging artists.

Verified dates, excluding closures, also appear in the daily calendar. Check admission and booking conditions.

Closed: Normally Mondays.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Normally Mondays.

Closed Mondays. 10:00–17:00. Free. Individual timed-entry requirements are unverified. Recheck rotations and temporary changes.

Daily-calendar verification: 2027-01-23–2027-02-21

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Tottori · Yume Minato Tower, Sakaiminato, Tottori

Prebato Talent Exhibition in Tottori

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Art exhibition

A waterfront exhibition of artworks created for the television programme Prebato.

The daily calendar shows verified opening dates only. Check admission and booking conditions.

Closed: Open every day during the 32-day exhibition, January 23–February 23, 2027.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Open every day during the 32-day exhibition, January 23–February 23, 2027.

10:00–17:00, last entry 16:30, at Yume Minato Tower.

Adults ¥1,200 advance or ¥1,400 on the day; elementary through high-school students ¥700 both advance and same day; preschool children free. Advance sales October 22, 2026–January 22, 2027.

Adult groups 15+ and visitors with disabilities pay the advance rate. Eligible school-student groups 15+ and disabled school students receive ¥100 off only on same-day purchases. One accompanying carer is free.

The ticket also includes one observation-deck visit per person during the exhibition. Check the deck’s own operating hours and closures separately.

Daily-calendar verification: 2027-01-23–2027-02-23

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Nagasaki · Nagasaki Prefectural Art Museum, special exhibition galleries

Masterpieces of Nihonga: From Taikan and Shunso to Sugiyama Yasushi

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Art exhibition

A special exhibition following developments in modern Japanese-style painting.

The daily calendar shows only checked opening dates. Check admission and booking conditions.

Closed: Closed on second and fourth Mondays, shifting to Tuesday on public holidays. During this exhibition closed January 25, February 8 and 22, and March 8. Open on the final day, March 22.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Closed on second and fourth Mondays, shifting to Tuesday on public holidays. During this exhibition closed January 25, February 8 and 22, and March 8. Open on the final day, March 22.

Whether booking is required is unconfirmed. Check official guidance.

The facility closes on the second and fourth Mondays, or the following Tuesday if that Monday is a public holiday. Closed January 25, February 8 and 22, and March 8. Open March 22.

Fees, booking requirements and exhibition-specific closing times have not been confirmed. Recheck temporary changes.

The published text does not clearly state whether general visitors need to book in advance. Check admission arrangements with the organizer before visiting.

Advertised as an exhibition for the general public. Check official age-based fees and other conditions.

The March 23 closure is outside the exhibition period.

Daily-calendar verification: 2027-01-23–2027-03-22

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Hokkaido · Hokkaido Kushiro Art Museum, exhibition room

Nagira Kohei: Reframed Elsewhere

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Photography exhibition

Photography by Kohei Nagira observing eastern Hokkaido’s landscapes and wildlife.

The daily calendar shows verified opening dates only. Check admission and booking conditions.

Closed: Closed Mondays: February 1, 8, 15 and 22, and March 1. There is no Monday public holiday within this exhibition period.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Closed Mondays: February 1, 8, 15 and 22, and March 1. There is no Monday public holiday within this exhibition period.

January 26–March 7, 2027, in the exhibition room. 09:30–17:00, last entry 16:30. Free admission.

This photography exhibition is separate from the concurrent Momo-chan Art Festival 2027 display, which has its own admission charge.

Daily-calendar verification: 2027-01-26–2027-03-07

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Tokyo · Tokyo Fuji Art Museum, main building, special exhibition room, Hachioji

Our Renoir

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Art exhibition

An exhibition tracing Renoir’s reception and artistic influence in Japan.

The daily calendar shows only checked opening dates. Check admission and booking conditions.

Closed: Closed Mondays; open on holiday Mondays and closed the following Tuesday. Open March 22, 2027; closed March 23.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Closed Mondays; open on holiday Mondays and closed the following Tuesday. Open March 22, 2027; closed March 23.

Whether booking is required is unconfirmed. Check official guidance.

Closed Mondays; open on public-holiday Mondays and closed the following Tuesday. Accordingly, open March 22 and closed March 23.

Check the latest ticket guidance.

10:00–17:00; reception until 16:30

Daily-calendar verification: 2027-01-26–2027-03-28

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Kyoto · Kyoto National Museum Heisei Chishinkan 2F-1Gallery

Miracles of the Buddhas

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Gallery theme · shared museum admission

Vivid illustrated scrolls open a window onto medieval faith and imagination.

Verified dates, excluding closures, also appear in the daily calendar. Check admission and booking conditions.

Closed: Normally Mondays.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Normally Mondays.

Closed Mondays. 09:30–17:00; Fridays until 20:00; last entry 30 minutes before closing. Adults ¥700; university students ¥350; high-school students and younger, under-18s and ages 70+ free with proof. Individual timed-entry requirements are unverified. Recheck rotations and temporary changes.

Part of the Collection Galleries. One admission covers all displays in the Heisei Chishinkan that day; there is no separate charge per room.

Daily-calendar verification: 2027-01-26–2027-02-21

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Kyoto · Kyoto National Museum Heisei Chishinkan 1F-3Gallery

Looking Closely at Buddhist Sutra Manuscripts

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Gallery theme · shared museum admission

Discover the visual appeal of sutra manuscripts through handwriting and decorated paper.

Verified dates, excluding closures, also appear in the daily calendar. Check admission and booking conditions.

Closed: Normally Mondays.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Normally Mondays.

Closed Mondays. 09:30–17:00; Fridays until 20:00; last entry 30 minutes before closing. Adults ¥700; university students ¥350; high-school students and younger, under-18s and ages 70+ free with proof. Individual timed-entry requirements are unverified. Recheck rotations and temporary changes.

Part of the Collection Galleries. One admission covers all displays in the Heisei Chishinkan that day; there is no separate charge per room.

Daily-calendar verification: 2027-01-26–2027-02-21

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Kyoto · Kyoto National Museum Heisei Chishinkan 2F-3Gallery

Painting of the Ami School II

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Gallery theme · shared museum admission

A second selection explores the Ami school’s world of Muromachi-period ink painting.

Verified dates, excluding closures, also appear in the daily calendar. Check admission and booking conditions.

Closed: Normally Mondays.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Normally Mondays.

Closed Mondays. 09:30–17:00; Fridays until 20:00; last entry 30 minutes before closing. Adults ¥700; university students ¥350; high-school students and younger, under-18s and ages 70+ free with proof. Individual timed-entry requirements are unverified. Recheck rotations and temporary changes.

Part of the Collection Galleries. One admission covers all displays in the Heisei Chishinkan that day; there is no separate charge per room.

Daily-calendar verification: 2027-01-26–2027-02-21

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Fukuoka · Fukuoka Prefectural Museum of Art

YOUICHIROU Exhibition

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Art exhibition

An exhibition of oil paintings and pastel works.

The daily calendar shows only checked opening dates. Check admission and booking conditions.

Closed: The museum closes Mondays, or the next weekday when Monday is a holiday. This exhibition runs Tuesday January 26–Sunday January 31, 2027, with no regular closure within its dates.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: The museum closes Mondays, or the next weekday when Monday is a holiday. This exhibition runs Tuesday January 26–Sunday January 31, 2027, with no regular closure within its dates.

The room, prices, booking requirements and exhibition-specific first/last-day hours are unconfirmed. Normal museum hours are 10:00–18:00, last admission 17:30.

Daily-calendar verification: 2027-01-26–2027-01-31

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Ibaraki · Ibaraki Ceramic Art Museum, Citizens’ Gallery

Kasama College of Ceramic Art Graduation Exhibition 2026–27

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Discover graduation work by emerging ceramic artists.

Verified dates, excluding closures, also appear in the daily calendar. Check admission and booking conditions.

Closed: Normally Mondays.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Normally Mondays.

Closed Mondays, or the next weekday after a holiday Monday. Open Nov 2 and closed Nov 4, 2026. Extra closure Dec 25–27, followed by the regular Dec 28 closure and Dec 29–Jan 1 holidays. Gallery 1 only is closed Nov 30–Feb 9. Museum reference hours: 09:30–17:00. Display-specific first/last-day hours are not published. Display-specific fee unconfirmed; do not apply the special-exhibition price. Individual booking requirements are unconfirmed. Groups of 20+ should telephone in advance. Check separate rules for loan-gallery displays.

Daily-calendar verification: 2027-01-29–2027-02-07

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Saitama · Omiya Bonsai Art Museum, collection gallery and bonsai garden

Bonsai through the Seasons: February: Early Blossoms

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Look for the first signs of spring in plum and camellia bonsai.

An announced exhibition period. Daily opening conditions are not verified, so it is not added to the daily calendar.

Closed: Normally Thursdays. Additional confirmed closures 2027-01-29–2027-02-03, 2027-02-05–2027-02-07. 2027-01-14–2027-02-07. Open exceptions 2027-02-11.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Normally Thursdays. Additional confirmed closures 2027-01-29–2027-02-03, 2027-02-05–2027-02-07. 2027-01-14–2027-02-07. Open exceptions 2027-02-11.

Closed Thursdays except public holidays, plus New Year and installation closures. Entire museum closed Jan 14–Feb 7, 2027 for LED work; further closures may be added. Mar–Oct 09:00–16:30; Nov–Feb 09:00–16:00. Last entry 30 minutes before closing. Adults ¥310; high-school/university students and ages 65+ ¥150; elementary/junior-high ¥100. General-admission booking requirements are unconfirmed and separate from lecture/workshop registration.

These dates were announced before the full-museum closure notice and overlap it. The actual display schedule needs reconfirmation. Bonsai rotate weekly.

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Hiroshima · Fudenosato Kobo, Kumano

A Journey through Japan’s Regional Folk Toys

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Explore regional stories through folk toys shaped by local beliefs, landscapes and everyday life.

Verified dates, excluding closures and exhibition suspensions, appear in the daily calendar. Check admission and reservation conditions.

Closed: Closed Mondays, moving to the next weekday after a public holiday. Closed December 28, 2026–January 4, 2027. Official calendar opens November 23, January 11 and March 22, and closes November 24, January 12 and March 23. Artwork changeover days are distinct from museum closures.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Closed Mondays, moving to the next weekday after a public holiday. Closed December 28, 2026–January 4, 2027. Official calendar opens November 23, January 11 and March 22, and closes November 24, January 12 and March 23. Artwork changeover days are distinct from museum closures.

09:30–17:00; last admission 16:30. Adults ¥600; elementary, junior-high and high-school pupils ¥300. Groups of 20+ pay ¥500/¥250. Preschool children are free under the current main-building admission/exemption schedule. This is shared main-building admission including the concurrent exhibition, not a separate per-exhibition charge. No advance-booking requirement is stated for general admission. Related events and making activities may need separate reservations. Concurrent with Tenjin: Forms of Prayer in the same main building, covered by shared admission.

Fudenosato Kobo main building; an individual room number was not verified.

Daily-calendar verification: 2027-01-30–2027-03-22

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Hiroshima · Hiroshima Museum of Art

Marimekko: Art of Printmaking

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Art exhibition

Explore pattern design through fabrics and clothing.

The daily calendar shows only checked opening dates. Check admission and booking conditions.

Closed: Open daily throughout January 30–March 28, 2027. The usual Monday closure does not apply to this exhibition.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Open daily throughout January 30–March 28, 2027. The usual Monday closure does not apply to this exhibition.

09:00–17:00

Last admission 16:30. Check official information for current prices and temporary changes.

Admission: adults ¥2,500, high-school/university students ¥1,000, elementary/junior-high students ¥500; preschool children free. Advance sales December 4–January 29.

Daily-calendar verification: 2027-01-30–2027-03-28

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Hiroshima · Fudenosato Kobo, Kumano

Tenjin: Forms of Prayer

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Trace everyday prayers through regional Tenjin dolls and paintings and calligraphy associated with the deity.

Verified dates, excluding closures and exhibition suspensions, appear in the daily calendar. Check admission and reservation conditions.

Closed: Closed Mondays, moving to the next weekday after a public holiday. Closed December 28, 2026–January 4, 2027. Official calendar opens November 23, January 11 and March 22, and closes November 24, January 12 and March 23. Artwork changeover days are distinct from museum closures.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Closed Mondays, moving to the next weekday after a public holiday. Closed December 28, 2026–January 4, 2027. Official calendar opens November 23, January 11 and March 22, and closes November 24, January 12 and March 23. Artwork changeover days are distinct from museum closures.

09:30–17:00; last admission 16:30. Adults ¥600; elementary, junior-high and high-school pupils ¥300. Groups of 20+ pay ¥500/¥250. Preschool children are free under the current main-building admission/exemption schedule. No advance-booking requirement is stated for general admission. Related events and making activities may need separate reservations. Open on the substitute holiday Monday, March 22. This exhibition is available only during its announced run.

Fudenosato Kobo main building; an individual room number was not verified.

Daily-calendar verification: 2027-01-30–2027-03-22

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The white plaster and dark timber exterior walls and tiled roofs of Matsue History Museum, seen across a road under a blue sky. A small passerby stands near the left entrance. Photographed on 12 June 2025.
Venue reference · not the exhibition

Matsue History Museum exterior, photographed on 12 June 2025. A dated venue reference, not the listed exhibitions, their displays or current conditions. The small passerby and entrance notices are part of the original supplied image.

Capture date (source): 2025-06-12

Photo: Spiegel · Source · CC BY 4.0

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Shimane · Matsue History Museum

Castle Drawings Preserved by Matsue Retainer Families

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A mini display of castle drawings preserved by Matsue retainer families.

Verified dates, excluding closures and exhibition suspensions, appear in the daily calendar. Check admission and reservation conditions.

Closed: Closed Mondays, moving to the next weekday for a holiday, and December 29–January 1. Special opening November 2, 2026. Open November 23, January 11 and March 22; closed on the following weekdays.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Closed Mondays, moving to the next weekday for a holiday, and December 29–January 1. Special opening November 2, 2026. Open November 23, January 11 and March 22; closed on the following weekdays.

09:00–17:00; gallery admission until 16:30. Free. No mandatory advance reservation is stated for ordinary viewing. Talks and experiences may require separate registration. Closed Mondays, moving to the next weekday for a holiday, and December 29–January 1. Special opening November 2, 2026. Open November 23, January 11 and March 22; closed on the following weekdays.

A separate free mini display, not the Secret Castle Maps collection exhibition. Open March 22; closed March 23.

Exhibition hall area outside the galleries.

Daily-calendar verification: 2027-02-02–2027-03-28

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Curved glass façade detail at The National Art Center, Tokyo, with repeating glass sunshades and supports.
Venue reference · not the exhibition

Detail of the curved glass façade at The National Art Center, Tokyo, photographed on 1 June 2024. A historical venue reference, not an exhibition view, an interior room or current event conditions.

Capture date (source): 2024-06-01

Photo: Rob Oo · Source · CC BY 4.0

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Tokyo · The National Art Center, Tokyo, Galleries 3B

Tokyo Shosakuten Selected Artists 2027

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Public association exhibition

Discover a range of artistic approaches in this independently organized exhibition.

Verified dates, excluding closures, also appear in the daily calendar. Check admission and booking conditions.

Closed: Normally Tuesdays.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Normally Tuesdays.

Normally 10:00–18:00, last entry 17:30. Free admission. The final day closes earlier where stated below. Closed Tuesdays, except holidays with next-weekday closure; official calendar exceptions applied. Booking requirements are not specified. Final-day closing: 18:00. Final day 2027-02-14: closes 18:00, last entry 17:30.

Final day 2027-02-14: closes 18:00, last entry 17:30.

Daily-calendar verification: 2027-02-03–2027-02-14

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Curved glass façade detail at The National Art Center, Tokyo, with repeating glass sunshades and supports.
Venue reference · not the exhibition

Detail of the curved glass façade at The National Art Center, Tokyo, photographed on 1 June 2024. A historical venue reference, not an exhibition view, an interior room or current event conditions.

Capture date (source): 2024-06-01

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Tokyo · The National Art Center, Tokyo, Galleries 1A Outdoor exhibition area A

25th NAU 21st Century Art Exhibition

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Public association exhibition

Discover a range of artistic approaches in this independently organized exhibition.

Verified dates, excluding closures, also appear in the daily calendar. Check admission and booking conditions.

Closed: Normally Tuesdays.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Normally Tuesdays.

Normally 10:00–18:00, last entry 17:30. Free admission. The final day closes earlier where stated below. Closed Tuesdays, except holidays with next-weekday closure; official calendar exceptions applied. Booking requirements are not specified. Final-day closing: 18:00. Final day 2027-02-14: closes 18:00, last entry 17:30.

Final day 2027-02-14: closes 18:00, last entry 17:30.

Daily-calendar verification: 2027-02-03–2027-02-14

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Curved glass façade detail at The National Art Center, Tokyo, with repeating glass sunshades and supports.
Venue reference · not the exhibition

Detail of the curved glass façade at The National Art Center, Tokyo, photographed on 1 June 2024. A historical venue reference, not an exhibition view, an interior room or current event conditions.

Capture date (source): 2024-06-01

Photo: Rob Oo · Source · CC BY 4.0

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Tokyo · The National Art Center, Tokyo, Galleries 3A

59th Toka Exhibition

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Public association exhibition

Discover a range of artistic approaches in this independently organized exhibition.

Verified dates, excluding closures, also appear in the daily calendar. Check admission and booking conditions.

Closed: Normally Tuesdays.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Normally Tuesdays.

Normally 10:00–18:00, last entry 17:30. Free admission. The final day closes earlier where stated below. Closed Tuesdays, except holidays with next-weekday closure; official calendar exceptions applied. Booking requirements are not specified. Final-day closing: 15:00. Final day 2027-02-15: closes 15:00, last entry 14:30.

Final day 2027-02-15: closes 15:00, last entry 14:30.

Daily-calendar verification: 2027-02-03–2027-02-15

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Curved glass façade detail at The National Art Center, Tokyo, with repeating glass sunshades and supports.
Venue reference · not the exhibition

Detail of the curved glass façade at The National Art Center, Tokyo, photographed on 1 June 2024. A historical venue reference, not an exhibition view, an interior room or current event conditions.

Capture date (source): 2024-06-01

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Tokyo · The National Art Center, Tokyo, Galleries 1C , 1D

71st Shinkaijusha Exhibition

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Public association exhibition

Discover a range of artistic approaches in this independently organized exhibition.

Verified dates, excluding closures, also appear in the daily calendar. Check admission and booking conditions.

Closed: Normally Tuesdays.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Normally Tuesdays.

Normally 10:00–18:00, last entry 17:30. Paid admission; see the official listing for adult and concession rates. The final day closes earlier where stated below. Closed Tuesdays, except holidays with next-weekday closure; official calendar exceptions applied. Booking requirements are not specified. Final-day closing: 15:00. Adult admission: ¥700. Final day 2027-02-15: closes 15:00, last entry 14:30.

Final day 2027-02-15: closes 15:00, last entry 14:30.

Daily-calendar verification: 2027-02-03–2027-02-15

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Miyagi · The Miyagi Museum of Art, collection galleries

Miyagi Museum of Art Collection: Third Period 2026–27

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Collection display

A selection of paintings and sculpture from the museum collection.

The daily calendar shows only checked opening dates. Check admission and booking conditions. Dates from April onward are the announced exhibition period, not verified daily opening.

Closed: Closed Mondays, except open March 22, 2027 and closed March 23.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Closed Mondays, except open March 22, 2027 and closed March 23.

Ordinary groups of 20 or more require advance application. Check official individual-admission conditions.

Advertised as an exhibition for the general public. Check official age-based fees and other conditions.

Closed Mondays, except open March 22 and closed March 23. This is a separate exhibition from the Shiko Munakata exhibition.

Separate from the Shiko Munakata exhibition.

Daily-calendar verification: 2027-02-04–2027-03-31

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The white timber facade and clock tower of the Former Nishitagawa District Office at Chido Museum, behind spring cherry blossoms, a road with vehicles and a small passerby, and a moat. Photographed on 13 April 2024.
Venue reference · not the exhibition

Historical museum-site reference: the Former Nishitagawa District Office at Chido Museum with spring cherry blossoms on 13 April 2024. This exhibition is in the separate Art Exhibition Hall. Not a photograph of this exhibition’s displays or current conditions.

Capture date (source): 2024-04-13

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Yamagata · Chido Museum, Tsuruoka

47th Tsuruoka Calligraphy Society Exhibition and the Roots of Tsuruoka Calligraphy

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Pair contemporary members’ work with the historical roots of Tsuruoka’s calligraphy culture.

Verified dates, excluding closures and exhibition suspensions, appear in the daily calendar. Check admission and reservation conditions.

Closed: Closed Wednesdays and December 28, 2026–January 6, 2027. The annual calendar and dated exhibition notice override the generic January 4 end of the New Year break.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Closed Wednesdays and December 28, 2026–January 6, 2027. The annual calendar and dated exhibition notice override the generic January 4 end of the New Year break.

March–November 09:00–17:00, last entry 16:30; December–February 09:00–16:30, last entry 16:00. Published FY2026 museum admission: adults ¥1,000; high-school/university students ¥400; elementary/junior-high students ¥300. Includes temporary exhibitions, permanent buildings and garden. No mandatory advance booking is stated for ordinary admission. Enquire about groups or guidance at 0235-22-1199 or through the official contact form. Closed Wednesdays. Disability-certificate holders (Mirairo ID accepted) and one accompanying person receive half-price admission.

Recorded as one combined exhibition period. Closes at 16:30 in February and 17:00 in March; admission ends 30 minutes earlier. Closed Wednesdays.

Chido Museum, Art Exhibition Hall.

Daily-calendar verification: 2027-02-04–2027-03-09

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Yamagata · Yamagata Museum of Art

65th Anniversary Seihitsu Exhibition

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Explore calligraphic expression in this 65th-anniversary exhibition.

Verified dates, excluding closures, also appear in the daily calendar. Check admission and booking conditions.

Closed: Normally Mondays.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Normally Mondays.

Normally 10:00–17:00; last admission 16:30. Normally closed Mondays; dated calendars override for holidays and additional closures. Individual booking requirements are unconfirmed. No paid-admission marker in the annual schedule; confirm admission with the organizer.

Organizer-specific first- and last-day shortened hours remain unverified.

Daily-calendar verification: 2027-02-04–2027-02-07

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Tokyo · Sannomaru Shozokan, Imperial Palace East Gardens, Tokyo

Colorful Realm of Living Beings: Jakuchu at Sannomaru Shozokan

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Art exhibition

A special exhibition centred on Ito Jakuchu’s Colorful Realm of Living Beings.

The daily calendar shows verified opening dates only. Check admission and booking conditions.

Closed: Closed Mondays and Emperor’s Birthday, February 23, 2027: February 8,15,22,23 and March 1,8. Additional temporary closures are possible.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Closed Mondays and Emperor’s Birthday, February 23, 2027: February 8,15,22,23 and March 1,8. Additional temporary closures are possible.

09:30–17:00, last entry 16:30. Fridays and Saturdays until 20:00, last entry 19:30.

Advance timed booking required; no same-day tickets are sold at the venue. Most free-admission visitors also require booking, with some exceptions. Ticket applications had not opened as checked November 6, 2026 JST.

Adults ¥3,000. School/university students and visitors under 23, as well as disability certificate holders and one carer, enter free. Proof is required for free entry except for elementary-school children and younger.

All 30 paintings in Jakuchu’s National Treasure Colorful Realm of Living Beings are displayed together; some accompanying works change during the period.

Daily-calendar verification: 2027-02-04–2027-03-14

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Curved glass façade detail at The National Art Center, Tokyo, with repeating glass sunshades and supports.
Venue reference · not the exhibition

Detail of the curved glass façade at The National Art Center, Tokyo, photographed on 1 June 2024. A historical venue reference, not an exhibition view, an interior room or current event conditions.

Capture date (source): 2024-06-01

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Tokyo · The National Art Center, Tokyo, Galleries 1B

36th All-Japan Art Salon Painting Awards

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Public association exhibition

Discover a range of artistic approaches in this independently organized exhibition.

Verified dates, excluding closures, also appear in the daily calendar. Check admission and booking conditions.

Closed: Normally Tuesdays.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Normally Tuesdays.

Normally 10:00–18:00, last entry 17:30. Paid admission; see the official listing for adult and concession rates. The final day closes earlier where stated below. Closed Tuesdays, except holidays with next-weekday closure; official calendar exceptions applied. Booking requirements are not specified. Final-day closing: 15:00. Adult admission: ¥500. Final day 2027-02-15: closes 15:00, last entry 14:30.

Final day 2027-02-15: closes 15:00, last entry 14:30.

Daily-calendar verification: 2027-02-04–2027-02-15

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Curved glass façade detail at The National Art Center, Tokyo, with repeating glass sunshades and supports.
Venue reference · not the exhibition

Detail of the curved glass façade at The National Art Center, Tokyo, photographed on 1 June 2024. A historical venue reference, not an exhibition view, an interior room or current event conditions.

Capture date (source): 2024-06-01

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Tokyo · The National Art Center, Tokyo, Galleries 2A

52nd Akitsukai Calligraphy Exhibition

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Public association exhibition

Discover a range of artistic approaches in this independently organized exhibition.

Verified dates, excluding closures, also appear in the daily calendar. Check admission and booking conditions.

Closed: Normally Tuesdays.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Normally Tuesdays.

Normally 10:00–18:00, last entry 17:30. Free admission. The final day closes earlier where stated below. Closed Tuesdays, except holidays with next-weekday closure; official calendar exceptions applied. Booking requirements are not specified. Final-day closing: 18:00. Final day 2027-02-14: closes 18:00, last entry 17:30.

Final day 2027-02-14: closes 18:00, last entry 17:30.

Daily-calendar verification: 2027-02-05–2027-02-14

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Curved glass façade detail at The National Art Center, Tokyo, with repeating glass sunshades and supports.
Venue reference · not the exhibition

Detail of the curved glass façade at The National Art Center, Tokyo, photographed on 1 June 2024. A historical venue reference, not an exhibition view, an interior room or current event conditions.

Capture date (source): 2024-06-01

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Tokyo · The National Art Center, Tokyo, Galleries 2B , 2C , 2D

67th Nihon Shosakuin Exhibition

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Public association exhibition

Discover a range of artistic approaches in this independently organized exhibition.

Verified dates, excluding closures, also appear in the daily calendar. Check admission and booking conditions.

Closed: Normally Tuesdays.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Normally Tuesdays.

Normally 10:00–18:00, last entry 17:30. Free admission. The final day closes earlier where stated below. Closed Tuesdays, except holidays with next-weekday closure; official calendar exceptions applied. Booking requirements are not specified. Final-day closing: 18:00. Final day 2027-02-14: closes 18:00, last entry 17:30.

Final day 2027-02-14: closes 18:00, last entry 17:30.

Daily-calendar verification: 2027-02-05–2027-02-14

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Miyagi · The Miyagi Museum of Art, main building, second floor

Shiko Munakata from the Memorial Museum Collection

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Art exhibition

A special exhibition drawn from the Shiko Munakata Memorial Museum collection.

The daily calendar shows only checked opening dates. Check admission and booking conditions.

Closed: Closed Mondays except March 22; closed March 23 instead.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Closed Mondays except March 22; closed March 23 instead.

Ordinary groups of 20 or more require advance application. Consult forthcoming exhibition details for individual-booking conditions.

Advertised as an exhibition for the general public. Check official age-based fees and other conditions.

Closed Mondays, except open March 22 and closed March 23.

Daily-calendar verification: 2027-02-06–2027-03-28

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Osaka · Osaka City Museum of Fine Arts

Maruyama Okyo: Beyond Realism

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Art exhibition

A special exhibition exploring the art of Maruyama Okyo.

The daily calendar shows only checked opening dates. Check admission and booking conditions. Dates from April onward are the announced exhibition period, not verified daily opening.

Closed: Closed Mondays except March 22, 2027; closed March 23. March 8 is also the closure between the two display periods.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Closed Mondays except March 22, 2027; closed March 23. March 8 is also the closure between the two display periods.

Official guidance states no booking system. Check other admission conditions.

Closed Mondays, except open March 22 and closed March 23. Displays change between the first and second periods; some works change on additional dates.

The official text explicitly says no booking system. Check the official website for fees and temporary changes.

9:30–17:00; final admission 16:30

No reservation system. Some works change outside the main first/second-period changeover.

Daily-calendar verification: 2027-02-06–2027-03-31

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Yamaguchi · Shimonoseki City Art Museum

Ken Hori: Circling and Returning

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Art exhibition

A special exhibition introducing Ken Hori’s paintings.

The daily calendar shows only checked opening dates. Check admission and booking conditions.

Closed: Closed Mondays, except open on the final day, March 22, 2027.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Closed Mondays, except open on the final day, March 22, 2027.

There are no advance tickets for the exhibition. Talks including the March 7 talk require no application, but visitors must complete special-exhibition admission procedures on the day.

Advertised as an exhibition for the general public. Check official age-based fees and other conditions.

Closed Mondays, except open March 22. The related March 7 program requires completion of special-exhibition admission procedures on that day.

09:30–17:00, last admission 16:30. Adults ¥1,200; university students ¥900. No advance tickets.

Daily-calendar verification: 2027-02-06–2027-03-22

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Ehime · The Museum of Art, Ehime, main building, second floor, Matsuyama

The Great Thief’s House Exhibition

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Art exhibition

An interactive exhibition framed as exploring a mysterious thief’s house.

The daily calendar shows only checked opening dates. Check admission and booking conditions.

Closed: Normally closed Mondays, but open March 1 and 22. Closed February 8, 15, 22 and March 2, 8, 15, 23.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Normally closed Mondays, but open March 1 and 22. Closed February 8, 15, 22 and March 2, 8, 15, 23.

09:40–18:00, last admission 17:30. Prices, booking, eligible ages and activity conditions are to be announced.

Daily-calendar verification: 2027-02-06–2027-03-28

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Kyoto · Kyoto National Museum Heisei Chishinkan 2F-4Gallery

Screen and Sliding-Door Paintings of Kenninji

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Gallery theme · shared museum admission

Experience the power of Momoyama painting through works associated with Kyoto’s Kenninji.

Verified dates, excluding closures, also appear in the daily calendar. Check admission and booking conditions.

Closed: Normally Mondays. Open exceptions 2027-03-22.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Normally Mondays. Open exceptions 2027-03-22.

Closed Mondays. Open exceptions: 2027-03-22. 09:30–17:00; Fridays until 20:00; last entry 30 minutes before closing. Adults ¥700; university students ¥350; high-school students and younger, under-18s and ages 70+ free with proof. Individual timed-entry requirements are unverified. Recheck rotations and temporary changes.

Part of the Collection Galleries. One admission covers all displays in the Heisei Chishinkan that day; there is no separate charge per room.

Daily-calendar verification: 2027-02-09–2027-03-22

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Kyoto · Kyoto National Museum Heisei Chishinkan 2F-5Gallery

Landscape Painting of the Ming and Qing Dynasties

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Gallery theme · shared museum admission

Explore imagined and ideal landscapes through the varied styles of Ming and Qing painting.

Verified dates, excluding closures, also appear in the daily calendar. Check admission and booking conditions.

Closed: Normally Mondays. Open exceptions 2027-03-22.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Normally Mondays. Open exceptions 2027-03-22.

Closed Mondays. Open exceptions: 2027-03-22. 09:30–17:00; Fridays until 20:00; last entry 30 minutes before closing. Adults ¥700; university students ¥350; high-school students and younger, under-18s and ages 70+ free with proof. Individual timed-entry requirements are unverified. Recheck rotations and temporary changes.

Part of the Collection Galleries. One admission covers all displays in the Heisei Chishinkan that day; there is no separate charge per room.

Daily-calendar verification: 2027-02-09–2027-03-22

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Kyoto · Kyoto National Museum Heisei Chishinkan 2F-2Gallery

Paintings of the Buddha’s Nirvana

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Gallery theme · shared museum admission

Explore Buddhist paintings depicting the Buddha’s final passing and those gathered around him.

Verified dates, excluding closures, also appear in the daily calendar. Check admission and booking conditions.

Closed: Normally Mondays. Open exceptions 2027-03-22.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Normally Mondays. Open exceptions 2027-03-22.

Closed Mondays. Open exceptions: 2027-03-22. 09:30–17:00; Fridays until 20:00; last entry 30 minutes before closing. Adults ¥700; university students ¥350; high-school students and younger, under-18s and ages 70+ free with proof. Individual timed-entry requirements are unverified. Recheck rotations and temporary changes.

Part of the Collection Galleries. One admission covers all displays in the Heisei Chishinkan that day; there is no separate charge per room.

Daily-calendar verification: 2027-02-09–2027-03-22

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Kyushu National Museum with a sweeping glass facade reflecting sky and trees, an outdoor plaza with wooden tables, and a covered white-columned walkway on the right.
Venue reference · not the exhibition

The curved roof and glass facade of Kyushu National Museum, photographed on 20 September 2024. A dated venue reference, not the current exhibition or present conditions.

Capture date (source): 2024-09-20

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Fukuoka · Kyushu National Museum 4F Cultural Exchange Exhibition J室

Warriors and Asia’s Great Age of Trade

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Feature display

Explore maritime exchange across Asia during the rise of Japan’s warriors.

Verified dates, excluding closures, also appear in the daily calendar. Check admission and booking conditions.

Closed: Normally Mondays. Additional confirmed closures 2027-03-23. Open exceptions 2027-03-22.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Normally Mondays. Additional confirmed closures 2027-03-23. Open exceptions 2027-03-22.

Closed Mondays. Open exceptions: 2027-03-22. Additional closures: 2027-03-23. 09:30–17:00; Saturdays during special exhibitions until 19:00; last entry 30 minutes before closing. Adults ¥700; university students ¥350; high-school students and younger, under-18s and ages 70+ free with proof. Counter and online tickets listed; timed-entry requirements unverified. Recheck rotations and temporary changes.

Part of the fourth-floor Cultural Exchange Exhibition and included in its admission, with no separate charge.

Daily-calendar verification: 2027-02-09–2027-03-31

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Ibaraki · Ibaraki Ceramic Art Museum, Gallery 1

Collection II

· end date not announced

A new view of modern ceramic art in Gallery 1.

An announced exhibition period. Daily opening conditions are not verified, so it is not added to the daily calendar.

Closed: Normally Mondays. Additional confirmed closures 2027-03-23. Open exceptions 2027-03-22.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Normally Mondays. Additional confirmed closures 2027-03-23. Open exceptions 2027-03-22.

Closed Mondays, or the next weekday after a holiday Monday. Open Nov 2 and closed Nov 4, 2026. Extra closure Dec 25–27, followed by the regular Dec 28 closure and Dec 29–Jan 1 holidays. Gallery 1 only is closed Nov 30–Feb 9. 09:30–17:00; last entry 16:30. Adults ¥360; ages 70+ ¥180; high-school students etc. ¥290; elementary/junior-high ¥180. Also included with a special-exhibition ticket. Individual booking requirements are unconfirmed. Groups of 20+ should telephone in advance. Check separate rules for loan-gallery displays.

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Kyoto · Kyoto National Museum Heisei Chishinkan 1F-5, 6

Words Inscribed in Metal

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Gallery theme · shared museum admission

Read the histories of objects and people through inscriptions in metalwork.

Verified dates, excluding closures, also appear in the daily calendar. Check admission and booking conditions.

Closed: Normally Mondays. Open exceptions 2027-03-22.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Normally Mondays. Open exceptions 2027-03-22.

Closed Mondays. Open exceptions: 2027-03-22. 09:30–17:00; Fridays until 20:00; last entry 30 minutes before closing. Adults ¥700; university students ¥350; high-school students and younger, under-18s and ages 70+ free with proof. Individual timed-entry requirements are unverified. Recheck rotations and temporary changes.

Part of the Collection Galleries. One admission covers all displays in the Heisei Chishinkan that day; there is no separate charge per room.

Daily-calendar verification: 2027-02-10–2027-03-22

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Entrance stairs and a wheelchair lift beneath a large cylindrical light and the Mitsui Memorial Museum sign.
Venue reference · not the exhibition

The entrance to Mitsui Memorial Museum from the first-floor atrium of Nihonbashi Mitsui Tower, photographed July 19, 2026. Historical venue reference; the signs are from that visit, not the 2027 Hina dolls or feather-brush exhibitions.

Capture date (source): 2026-07-19

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Tokyo · Mitsui Memorial Museum, Nihonbashi

Hina Dolls of the Mitsui Family

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Art exhibition

Hina dolls and feather brushes associated with tea practice from the Mitsui family.

The daily calendar shows only checked opening dates. Check admission and booking conditions. Dates from April onward are the announced exhibition period, not verified daily opening.

Closed: Usually closed Mondays, but open February 22 and March 22. Through March 31, closed February 15, 28 and March 1, 8, 15, 23, 29.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Usually closed Mondays, but open February 22 and March 22. Through March 31, closed February 15, 28 and March 1, 8, 15, 23, 29.

10:00–17:00, last admission 16:30. Booking requirements are unconfirmed. Check official opening dates for April before visiting.

Daily-calendar verification: 2027-02-11–2027-03-31

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Kanagawa · Yokosuka Museum of Art, main building, basement level 2

Ghibli Park Exhibition — Yokosuka

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Art exhibition

An exhibition themed around Ghibli Park.

The daily calendar shows only checked opening dates. Check admission and booking conditions. Dates from April onward are the announced exhibition period, not verified daily opening.

Closed: This exhibition closes March 1 and April 5, 2027, not every Monday. Within its February–March dates, March 1 is the only listed closure.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: This exhibition closes March 1 and April 5, 2027, not every Monday. Within its February–March dates, March 1 is the only listed closure.

Check forthcoming official announcements for exhibition details.

Daily-calendar verification: 2027-02-11–2027-03-31

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Yamagata · Yamagata Museum of Art

Yamagata Design College Graduation and Progress Exhibition

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Discover students’ creative achievements in this design showcase.

Verified dates, excluding closures, also appear in the daily calendar. Check admission and booking conditions.

Closed: Normally Mondays.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Normally Mondays.

Normally 10:00–17:00; last admission 16:30. Normally closed Mondays; dated calendars override for holidays and additional closures. Individual booking requirements are unconfirmed. No paid-admission marker in the annual schedule; confirm admission with the organizer.

Organizer-specific first- and last-day shortened hours remain unverified.

Daily-calendar verification: 2027-02-12–2027-02-14

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Ibaraki · Ibaraki Ceramic Art Museum, Citizens’ Gallery

Ibaraki Art Selection: Touring Exhibition

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Explore a touring selection of art from Ibaraki.

Verified dates, excluding closures, also appear in the daily calendar. Check admission and booking conditions.

Closed: Normally Mondays.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Normally Mondays.

Closed Mondays, or the next weekday after a holiday Monday. Open Nov 2 and closed Nov 4, 2026. Extra closure Dec 25–27, followed by the regular Dec 28 closure and Dec 29–Jan 1 holidays. Gallery 1 only is closed Nov 30–Feb 9. Museum reference hours: 09:30–17:00. Display-specific first/last-day hours are not published. Display-specific fee unconfirmed; do not apply the special-exhibition price. Individual booking requirements are unconfirmed. Groups of 20+ should telephone in advance. Check separate rules for loan-gallery displays.

Daily-calendar verification: 2027-02-13–2027-02-28

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Kyoto · Kyoto National Museum Heisei Chishinkan 1F-4

Hina Festival and Dolls

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Feature display

Explore seasonal celebrations and Kyoto’s doll culture through Edo-period hina dolls.

Verified dates, excluding closures, also appear in the daily calendar. Check admission and booking conditions.

Closed: Normally Mondays. Open exceptions 2027-03-22.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Normally Mondays. Open exceptions 2027-03-22.

Closed Mondays. Open exceptions: 2027-03-22. 09:30–17:00; Fridays until 20:00; last entry 30 minutes before closing. Adults ¥700; university students ¥350; high-school students and younger, under-18s and ages 70+ free with proof. Individual timed-entry requirements are unverified. Recheck rotations and temporary changes.

Part of the Collection Galleries. One admission covers all displays in the Heisei Chishinkan that day; there is no separate charge per room.

Daily-calendar verification: 2027-02-13–2027-03-22

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Curved glass façade detail at The National Art Center, Tokyo, with repeating glass sunshades and supports.
Venue reference · not the exhibition

Detail of the curved glass façade at The National Art Center, Tokyo, photographed on 1 June 2024. A historical venue reference, not an exhibition view, an interior room or current event conditions.

Capture date (source): 2024-06-01

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Tokyo · The National Art Center, Tokyo, Galleries 3B

67th Gennichi Spring Calligraphy Exhibition

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Public association exhibition

Discover a range of artistic approaches in this independently organized exhibition.

Verified dates, excluding closures, also appear in the daily calendar. Check admission and booking conditions.

Closed: Normally Tuesdays. Additional confirmed closures 2027-02-24. Open exceptions 2027-02-23.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Normally Tuesdays. Additional confirmed closures 2027-02-24. Open exceptions 2027-02-23.

Normally 10:00–18:00, last entry 17:30. Free admission. The final day closes earlier where stated below. Closed Tuesdays, except holidays with next-weekday closure; official calendar exceptions applied. Booking requirements are not specified. Final-day closing: 15:30. Final day 2027-03-01: closes 15:30, last entry 15:00.

Final day 2027-03-01: closes 15:30, last entry 15:00.

Daily-calendar verification: 2027-02-17–2027-03-01

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Yamagata · Yamagata Museum of Art

61st Yamagata Prefectural Photography Exhibition

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Discover contemporary photographic voices in this juried prefectural exhibition.

Verified dates, excluding closures, also appear in the daily calendar. Check admission and booking conditions.

Closed: Normally Mondays. Open exceptions 2027-03-22.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Normally Mondays. Open exceptions 2027-03-22.

Normally 10:00–17:00; last admission 16:30. Normally closed Mondays; dated calendars override for holidays and additional closures. Individual booking requirements are unconfirmed. Detailed admission price is not yet verified.

Daily-calendar verification: 2027-02-18–2027-03-22

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Yamagata · Yamagata Museum of Art

Hasegawa Collection: Human Figures

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Explore the depiction of people in Japanese and East Asian art.

Verified dates, excluding closures, also appear in the daily calendar. Check admission and booking conditions.

Closed: Normally Mondays. Open exceptions 2027-03-22.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Normally Mondays. Open exceptions 2027-03-22.

Normally10:00–17:00, last admission16:30; Mondays and extra closures apply. Collection-only rates: adults ¥800, high-school/university ¥400, schoolchildren ¥200. Special-exhibition rates apply during special shows. Individual booking requirements unconfirmed. Elementary and junior-high pupils enter free on Saturdays and Sunday mornings.

Daily-calendar verification: 2027-02-18–2027-03-22

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Curved glass façade detail at The National Art Center, Tokyo, with repeating glass sunshades and supports.
Venue reference · not the exhibition

Detail of the curved glass façade at The National Art Center, Tokyo, photographed on 1 June 2024. A historical venue reference, not an exhibition view, an interior room or current event conditions.

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Tokyo · The National Art Center, Tokyo, Galleries 1A , 1B , 1C , 1D , 2A , 2B , 2C , 2D Outdoor exhibition area A , B , C

50th Joint Graduation Exhibition of Five Tokyo Art Universities

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Public association exhibition

Discover a range of artistic approaches in this independently organized exhibition.

Verified dates, excluding closures, also appear in the daily calendar. Check admission and booking conditions.

Closed: Normally Tuesdays. Additional confirmed closures 2027-02-24. Open exceptions 2027-02-23.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Normally Tuesdays. Additional confirmed closures 2027-02-24. Open exceptions 2027-02-23.

Normally 10:00–18:00, last entry 17:30. Free admission. The final day closes earlier where stated below. Closed Tuesdays, except holidays with next-weekday closure; official calendar exceptions applied. Booking requirements are not specified. Final-day closing: 18:00. Final day 2027-02-28: closes 18:00, last entry 17:30.

Final day 2027-02-28: closes 18:00, last entry 17:30.

Daily-calendar verification: 2027-02-19–2027-02-28

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The white timber facade and clock tower of the Former Nishitagawa District Office at Chido Museum, behind spring cherry blossoms, a road with vehicles and a small passerby, and a moat. Photographed on 13 April 2024.
Venue reference · not the exhibition

Historical museum-site reference: the Former Nishitagawa District Office at Chido Museum with spring cherry blossoms on 13 April 2024. This exhibition is in the separate Goinden, the former Shonai lord’s retirement residence. Not a photograph of this exhibition’s displays or current conditions.

Capture date (source): 2024-04-13

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Yamagata · Chido Museum, Tsuruoka

33rd Tsuruoka Hina Doll Exhibition

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Discover dolls and miniature furnishings from the Sakai and other old families, alongside Tsuruoka’s Hina sweet traditions.

Verified dates, excluding closures and exhibition suspensions, appear in the daily calendar. Check admission and reservation conditions.

Closed: Closed Wednesdays and December 28, 2026–January 6, 2027. The annual calendar and dated exhibition notice override the generic January 4 end of the New Year break.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Closed Wednesdays and December 28, 2026–January 6, 2027. The annual calendar and dated exhibition notice override the generic January 4 end of the New Year break.

March–November 09:00–17:00, last entry 16:30; December–February 09:00–16:30, last entry 16:00. Published FY2026 museum admission: adults ¥1,000; high-school/university students ¥400; elementary/junior-high students ¥300. Includes temporary exhibitions, permanent buildings and garden. No mandatory advance booking is stated for ordinary admission. Enquire about groups or guidance at 0235-22-1199 or through the official contact form. Closed Wednesdays. Admission conditions from April onward are not verified. Disability-certificate holders (Mirairo ID accepted) and one accompanying person receive half-price admission.

Closed Wednesdays. The announced end date is April 4, but daily dates are verified only through March 31. Displayed Hina sweets do not imply tasting service.

Chido Museum, former Shonai lord’s retirement residence; separate from the Art Exhibition Hall.

Daily-calendar verification: 2027-02-20–2027-03-31

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Curved glass façade detail at The National Art Center, Tokyo, with repeating glass sunshades and supports.
Venue reference · not the exhibition

Detail of the curved glass façade at The National Art Center, Tokyo, photographed on 1 June 2024. A historical venue reference, not an exhibition view, an interior room or current event conditions.

Capture date (source): 2024-06-01

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Tokyo · The National Art Center, Tokyo, Galleries 3A

DOUBLE ANNUAL 2027

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Public association exhibition

Discover a range of artistic approaches in this independently organized exhibition.

Verified dates, excluding closures, also appear in the daily calendar. Check admission and booking conditions.

Closed: Normally Tuesdays. Additional confirmed closures 2027-02-24. Open exceptions 2027-02-23.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Normally Tuesdays. Additional confirmed closures 2027-02-24. Open exceptions 2027-02-23.

Normally 10:00–18:00, last entry 17:30. Free admission. The final day closes earlier where stated below. Closed Tuesdays, except holidays with next-weekday closure; official calendar exceptions applied. Booking requirements are not specified. Final-day closing: 18:00. Final day 2027-02-28: closes 18:00, last entry 17:30.

Final day 2027-02-28: closes 18:00, last entry 17:30.

Daily-calendar verification: 2027-02-20–2027-02-28

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The white Bizen Osafune Sword Museum building behind the entrance gate, with the wooden shop and an empty paved forecourt.
Venue reference · not the exhibition

Entrance and exterior of Bizen Osafune Sword Village and Museum, photographed on 8 November 2025. A dated venue reference, not the current exhibition, a forging demonstration or present conditions.

Capture date (source): 2025-11-08

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Okayama · Bizen Osafune Japanese Sword Museum

Splendid Swords: The Beauty of Hamon and Mountings

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A themed exhibition focusing on the beauty of hamon temper patterns and sword mountings.

Verified dates, excluding closures and exhibition suspensions, appear in the daily calendar. Check admission and reservation conditions.

Closed: Closed Mondays, shifted after holidays, and the day after public holidays except weekends. Closed November 4, January 12, February 12 and 24, and March 23. Changeover closures: November 24–December 4 and February 15–19. New Year closure: December 28–January 4.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Closed Mondays, shifted after holidays, and the day after public holidays except weekends. Closed November 4, January 12, February 12 and 24, and March 23. Changeover closures: November 24–December 4 and February 15–19. New Year closure: December 28–January 4.

09:00–17:00; last admission 16:30. Adults ¥500; high-school/university students ¥300; junior-high pupils and younger free. Groups of 20+ pay ¥400/¥250; visitors aged 65+ pay ¥400, subject to proof requirements. No advance reservation requirement is stated for ordinary exhibition visits. Groups arriving by bus should fax the booking form to 0869-66-7971 in advance; booking is complete when the museum replies. Demonstrations and classes have separate booking rules. Closed February 24 and March 23; open Monday, March 22. The announced run ends April 18, but this daily calendar is limited to March 31. Disability-certificate holders and one accompanying person enter free on presentation of the certificate.

This exhibition is on the second floor. The general How to View Swords display also runs on the first floor during themed exhibitions.

Daily-calendar verification: 2027-02-20–2027-03-31

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Kyoto · Kyoto National Museum Heisei Chishinkan 2F-3Gallery

Medieval Painting

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Gallery theme · shared museum admission

An announced display of medieval painting; detailed contents are still being prepared.

An announced exhibition period. Daily opening conditions are not verified, so it is not added to the daily calendar.

Closed: Normally Mondays. Open exceptions 2027-03-22.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Normally Mondays. Open exceptions 2027-03-22.

Closed Mondays. Open exceptions: 2027-03-22. 09:30–17:00; Fridays until 20:00; last entry 30 minutes before closing. Adults ¥700; university students ¥350; high-school students and younger, under-18s and ages 70+ free with proof. Individual timed-entry requirements are unverified. Recheck rotations and temporary changes.

Part of the Collection Galleries. One admission covers all displays in the Heisei Chishinkan that day; there is no separate charge per room.

The official site marks the contents as in preparation. This is an announced placeholder label and period; final display details are not yet available.

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Kyoto · Kyoto National Museum Heisei Chishinkan 2F-1Gallery

Illustrated Biographies of Kukai

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Gallery theme · shared museum admission

Follow journeys and faith through illustrated biographies of Kukai.

Verified dates, excluding closures, also appear in the daily calendar. Check admission and booking conditions.

Closed: Normally Mondays. Open exceptions 2027-03-22.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Normally Mondays. Open exceptions 2027-03-22.

Closed Mondays. Open exceptions: 2027-03-22. 09:30–17:00; Fridays until 20:00; last entry 30 minutes before closing. Adults ¥700; university students ¥350; high-school students and younger, under-18s and ages 70+ free with proof. Individual timed-entry requirements are unverified. Recheck rotations and temporary changes.

Part of the Collection Galleries. One admission covers all displays in the Heisei Chishinkan that day; there is no separate charge per room.

Daily-calendar verification: 2027-02-23–2027-03-22

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Kyoto · Kyoto National Museum Heisei Chishinkan 1F-3Gallery

Calligraphy 3 (announced display label)

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Gallery theme · shared museum admission

An announced calligraphy display; the detailed theme is still being prepared.

An announced exhibition period. Daily opening conditions are not verified, so it is not added to the daily calendar.

Closed: Normally Mondays. Open exceptions 2027-03-22.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Normally Mondays. Open exceptions 2027-03-22.

Closed Mondays. Open exceptions: 2027-03-22. 09:30–17:00; Fridays until 20:00; last entry 30 minutes before closing. Adults ¥700; university students ¥350; high-school students and younger, under-18s and ages 70+ free with proof. Individual timed-entry requirements are unverified. Recheck rotations and temporary changes.

Part of the Collection Galleries. One admission covers all displays in the Heisei Chishinkan that day; there is no separate charge per room.

The official site marks the contents as in preparation. This is an announced placeholder label and period; final display details are not yet available.

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The wooden west gate and entrance path of the Omiya Bonsai Art Museum, surrounded by greenery
Venue reference · not the exhibition

West gate of the Omiya Bonsai Art Museum, Saitama. Photographed June 28, 2025 (date stated by the photographer). Venue reference photo, not a view of the current exhibitions.

Capture date (source): 2025-06-28 (photographer-declared)

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Saitama · Omiya Bonsai Art Museum, collection gallery and bonsai garden

Bonsai through the Seasons: March: Spring in Bloom

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Enjoy the arrival of spring through flowering cherry bonsai.

Verified dates, excluding closures, also appear in the daily calendar. Check admission and booking conditions.

Closed: Normally Thursdays.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Normally Thursdays.

Closed Thursdays except public holidays, plus New Year and installation closures. Entire museum closed Jan 14–Feb 7, 2027 for LED work; further closures may be added. Mar–Oct 09:00–16:30; Nov–Feb 09:00–16:00. Last entry 30 minutes before closing. Adults ¥310; high-school/university students and ages 65+ ¥150; elementary/junior-high ¥100. General-admission booking requirements are unconfirmed and separate from lecture/workshop registration.

Bonsai rotate weekly; specific specimens and bloom timing are not guaranteed.

Daily-calendar verification: 2027-02-26–2027-03-31

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Miyagi · Tohoku History Museum, Theme Gallery 3

Paintings by Sugai Baikan

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A thematic display of Sugai Baikan’s paintings listed in the official annual plan. Specific works and further details are not yet verified.

A period published in the official annual plan. Detailed exhibition and daily opening conditions are not yet verified, so it is not added to the daily calendar.

Planned exhibition

Closed: Normally closed Mondays, or the next weekday after a holiday Monday. The entire museum is closed for maintenance February 1–26. The display is planned to start February 27; exhibition-specific conditions await details.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Normally closed Mondays, or the next weekday after a holiday Monday. The entire museum is closed for maintenance February 1–26. The display is planned to start February 27; exhibition-specific conditions await details.

The official annual plan lists February 27–March 31, 2027, subject to change. The planned start after maintenance is not a guarantee of opening or admission.

Regular museum hours are 09:30–17:00, with ticket sales until 16:30. Current permanent-gallery admission is ¥500, or ¥400 for groups of 20+; university students and younger enter free. These are general museum rules; exhibition-specific conditions, booking and capacity remain unconfirmed.

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Toyama · Takaoka Art Museum

GEIBUN18 Graduation and Completion Exhibition

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Art exhibition

Research and creative work by graduating students of the University of Toyama.

The daily calendar shows only checked opening dates. Check admission and booking conditions.

Closed: Closed Mondays; March 1 is the closure during this run. Opens at 10:30 on February 27.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Closed Mondays; March 1 is the closure during this run. Opens at 10:30 on February 27.

Viewing is free. The text does not state whether reservations are required.

An exhibition for general viewing.

Closed Mondays. Opening is at 10:30 only on the first day, February 27; normal hours apply in March.

09:30–17:00 (last admission 16:30).

Free. Normally 09:30–17:00; last admission 16:30.

Daily-calendar verification: 2027-02-27–2027-03-07

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Shimane · Adachi Museum of Art, main building, large gallery

120 Years of Bunten: Nihonga Artists of Official Exhibitions

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Art exhibition

Nihonga paintings by artists associated with Japan’s official art exhibitions.

The daily calendar shows only checked opening dates. Check admission and booking conditions. Dates from April onward are the announced exhibition period, not verified daily opening.

Closed: The main building is open daily. The new building’s March 10–11 display-change closure does not affect this exhibition.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: The main building is open daily. The new building’s March 10–11 display-change closure does not affect this exhibition.

Individuals do not need advance or date-and-time reservations. Separate application guidance applies to groups. Waiting times during busy periods are not guaranteed.

Advertised as an exhibition for the general public. Check official age-based fees and other conditions.

General admission JPY 2,500.

Daily-calendar verification: 2027-03-01–2027-03-31

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Ibaraki · Ibaraki Ceramic Art Museum, Citizens’ Gallery

Harumi Anai: Abstract Ink

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Explore Harumi Anai’s expressive ink works.

Verified dates, excluding closures, also appear in the daily calendar. Check admission and booking conditions.

Closed: Normally Mondays.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Normally Mondays.

Closed Mondays, or the next weekday after a holiday Monday. Open Nov 2 and closed Nov 4, 2026. Extra closure Dec 25–27, followed by the regular Dec 28 closure and Dec 29–Jan 1 holidays. Gallery 1 only is closed Nov 30–Feb 9. Museum reference hours: 09:30–17:00. Display-specific first/last-day hours are not published. Display-specific fee unconfirmed; do not apply the special-exhibition price. Individual booking requirements are unconfirmed. Groups of 20+ should telephone in advance. Check separate rules for loan-gallery displays.

Daily-calendar verification: 2027-03-03–2027-03-07

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Curved glass façade detail at The National Art Center, Tokyo, with repeating glass sunshades and supports.
Venue reference · not the exhibition

Detail of the curved glass façade at The National Art Center, Tokyo, photographed on 1 June 2024. A historical venue reference, not an exhibition view, an interior room or current event conditions.

Capture date (source): 2024-06-01

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Tokyo · The National Art Center, Tokyo, Galleries 1A

Hanbi 2027

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Public association exhibition

Discover a range of artistic approaches in this independently organized exhibition.

Verified dates, excluding closures, also appear in the daily calendar. Check admission and booking conditions.

Closed: Normally Tuesdays.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Normally Tuesdays.

Normally 10:00–18:00, last entry 17:30. Free admission. The final day closes earlier where stated below. Closed Tuesdays, except holidays with next-weekday closure; official calendar exceptions applied. Booking requirements are not specified. Final-day closing: 15:00. Final day 2027-03-15: closes 15:00, last entry 14:30.

Final day 2027-03-15: closes 15:00, last entry 14:30.

Daily-calendar verification: 2027-03-03–2027-03-15

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Curved glass façade detail at The National Art Center, Tokyo, with repeating glass sunshades and supports.
Venue reference · not the exhibition

Detail of the curved glass façade at The National Art Center, Tokyo, photographed on 1 June 2024. A historical venue reference, not an exhibition view, an interior room or current event conditions.

Capture date (source): 2024-06-01

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Tokyo · The National Art Center, Tokyo, Galleries 1B , 1C , 1D , 2A , 2B , 2C , 2D , 3A , 3B

63rd Sogen Exhibition

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Public association exhibition

Discover a range of artistic approaches in this independently organized exhibition.

Verified dates, excluding closures, also appear in the daily calendar. Check admission and booking conditions.

Closed: Normally Tuesdays.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Normally Tuesdays.

Normally 10:00–18:00, last entry 17:30. Free admission. The final day closes earlier where stated below. Closed Tuesdays, except holidays with next-weekday closure; official calendar exceptions applied. Booking requirements are not specified. Final-day closing: 18:00. Final day 2027-03-14: closes 18:00, last entry 17:30.

Final day 2027-03-14: closes 18:00, last entry 17:30.

Daily-calendar verification: 2027-03-04–2027-03-14

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The silver-gray curved facade of SOMPO Museum of Art, with a road and roadside trees in front.
Venue reference · not the exhibition

SOMPO Museum of Art seen from across the road. Venue reference photographed on 25 January 2024; not an image of the current exhibition or present conditions.

Capture date (source): 2024-01-25

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Tokyo · SOMPO Museum of Art

FACE 2027

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Meet emerging painters and explore new work by previous FACE award winners.

An announced exhibition period. The existing daily listing retains its original verification label; confirm opening days with the museum.

Closed: Normally Mondays.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Normally Mondays.

10:00–18:00, last entry 17:30. Closed Mondays, except holidays with closure on the next weekday. Fees and booking details pending.

Closed Mondays, except public/substitute holidays, with closure on the next weekday. Closed March 8, 15 and 23; open Monday, March 22. Hours: 10:00–18:00, last admission 17:30.

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Ibaraki · Ibaraki Ceramic Art Museum, Gallery 2

Theme Exhibition (title to be announced)

· end date not announced

A forthcoming themed display; title and end date await announcement.

An announced exhibition period. Daily opening conditions are not verified, so it is not added to the daily calendar.

Closed: Normally Mondays. Additional confirmed closures 2027-03-23. Open exceptions 2027-03-22.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Normally Mondays. Additional confirmed closures 2027-03-23. Open exceptions 2027-03-22.

Closed Mondays, or the next weekday after a holiday Monday. Open Nov 2 and closed Nov 4, 2026. Extra closure Dec 25–27, followed by the regular Dec 28 closure and Dec 29–Jan 1 holidays. Gallery 1 only is closed Nov 30–Feb 9. 09:30–17:00; last entry 16:30. Adults ¥360; ages 70+ ¥180; high-school students etc. ¥290; elementary/junior-high ¥180. Also included with a special-exhibition ticket. Individual booking requirements are unconfirmed. Groups of 20+ should telephone in advance. Check separate rules for loan-gallery displays.

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Ishikawa · 21st Century Museum of Contemporary Art, Kanazawa, Citizens Gallery B

Yuramoji: Shu-Ha-Ri and Play

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Art exhibition

An exhibition combining calligraphic lines with poetry.

Planned exhibition. The daily calendar shows only checked opening dates. Check the latest official guidance.

Planned exhibition

Closed: No closure is listed during March 9–14.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: No closure is listed during March 9–14.

Planned exhibition. Free viewing, 10:00–18:00. Workshop dates, fees, application requirements and age restrictions are unconfirmed. Check photography rules at the venue.

Daily-calendar verification: 2027-03-09–2027-03-14

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Tokyo · Suntory Museum of Art

KIRIKO: Japanese Cut Glass

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Explore the craft and brilliance of Japanese cut glass from Edo to Meiji.

Verified dates, excluding closures, also appear in the daily calendar. Check admission and booking conditions.

Closed: Normally Tuesdays. Open exceptions 2027-05-04.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Normally Tuesdays. Open exceptions 2027-05-04.

10:00–18:00; Fridays, Apr 28–May 4 and May 15 until 20:00. Last entry 30 minutes before closing. Closed Tuesdays except May 4. Adults ¥1,800, university ¥1,200, high school ¥1,000; junior high and younger free. Works rotate. Booking conditions unverified; further details expected December 2026.

Daily-calendar verification: 2027-03-10–2027-03-31

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Iwate · Iwate Museum of Art

Art Festa Iwate 2026

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Encounter works by artists creating in Iwate.

Verified dates, excluding closures, also appear in the daily calendar. Check admission and booking conditions.

Closed: Additional confirmed closures 2027-03-15, 2027-03-23. Open exceptions 2027-03-22.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Additional confirmed closures 2027-03-15, 2027-03-23. Open exceptions 2027-03-22.

March 13–28, 2027; closed March 15 and 23. 09:30–18:00, last admission 17:30. Same-day ¥800/500/300; advance ¥600/400/200 (adult/student/schoolchild). Booking and additional discount conditions unverified.

Daily-calendar verification: 2027-03-13–2027-03-28

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The white timber facade and clock tower of the Former Nishitagawa District Office at Chido Museum, behind spring cherry blossoms, a road with vehicles and a small passerby, and a moat. Photographed on 13 April 2024.
Venue reference · not the exhibition

Historical museum-site reference: the Former Nishitagawa District Office at Chido Museum with spring cherry blossoms on 13 April 2024. This exhibition is in the separate Art Exhibition Hall. Not a photograph of this exhibition’s displays or current conditions.

Capture date (source): 2024-04-13

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Yamagata · Chido Museum, Tsuruoka

Treasures from Chido’s Storehouses

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Explore seldom-shown objects drawn from the museum’s varied collections.

Verified dates, excluding closures and exhibition suspensions, appear in the daily calendar. Check admission and reservation conditions.

Closed: Closed Wednesdays and December 28, 2026–January 6, 2027. The annual calendar and dated exhibition notice override the generic January 4 end of the New Year break.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Closed Wednesdays and December 28, 2026–January 6, 2027. The annual calendar and dated exhibition notice override the generic January 4 end of the New Year break.

March–November 09:00–17:00, last entry 16:30; December–February 09:00–16:30, last entry 16:00. Published FY2026 museum admission: adults ¥1,000; high-school/university students ¥400; elementary/junior-high students ¥300. Includes temporary exhibitions, permanent buildings and garden. No mandatory advance booking is stated for ordinary admission. Enquire about groups or guidance at 0235-22-1199 or through the official contact form. Closed Wednesdays. Admission conditions from April onward are not verified. Disability-certificate holders (Mirairo ID accepted) and one accompanying person receive half-price admission.

Closed Wednesdays within the verified period. The exhibition is announced through May 17; daily dates are verified through March 31. Confirm April/May opening days with the museum.

Chido Museum, Art Exhibition Hall.

Daily-calendar verification: 2027-03-13–2027-03-31

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Ibaraki · Ibaraki Ceramic Art Museum, Citizens’ Gallery

Ibaraki Photography Federation: Seeking Inspiration

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Discover individual perspectives through federation photographers.

Verified dates, excluding closures, also appear in the daily calendar. Check admission and booking conditions.

Closed: Normally Mondays.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Normally Mondays.

Closed Mondays, or the next weekday after a holiday Monday. Open Nov 2 and closed Nov 4, 2026. Extra closure Dec 25–27, followed by the regular Dec 28 closure and Dec 29–Jan 1 holidays. Gallery 1 only is closed Nov 30–Feb 9. Museum reference hours: 09:30–17:00. Display-specific first/last-day hours are not published. Display-specific fee unconfirmed; do not apply the special-exhibition price. Individual booking requirements are unconfirmed. Groups of 20+ should telephone in advance. Check separate rules for loan-gallery displays.

Daily-calendar verification: 2027-03-13–2027-03-21

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Kanagawa · Yokosuka Museum of Art, main building, first-floor special exhibition galleries

Tove Jansson and the Moomins — Yokosuka

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Art exhibition

Explore Tove Jansson through paintings and original artwork.

The daily calendar shows only checked opening dates. Check admission and booking conditions. Dates from April onward are the announced exhibition period, not verified daily opening.

Closed: The listed closure is April 5, 2027. No closure is listed for March 13–31.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: The listed closure is April 5, 2027. No closure is listed for March 13–31.

Check forthcoming official announcements for exhibition details.

Daily-calendar verification: 2027-03-13–2027-03-31

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Shiga · MIHO MUSEUM, North Wing

Northern Dynasties: Interwoven Eastern and Western Ideals (working title)

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Art exhibition

A spring exhibition exploring cultural exchanges through Northern Dynasties art.

The daily calendar shows verified opening dates only. Check admission and booking conditions. Dates from April onward are the announced period, outside this daily calendar’s window.

Planned exhibition

Closed: Closed Mondays except March 22 and May 3. Also closed March 23 and May 6; open May 4 and 5.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Closed Mondays except March 22 and May 3. Also closed March 23 and May 6; open May 4 and 5.

Planned exhibition with a provisional title, scheduled for March 13–June 13, 2027 in the North Wing. Displays change during the exhibition.

10:00–17:00, last entry 16:00. Adults ¥1,300, high-school/university students ¥1,000, junior-high students and younger free. Groups of 20+ receive ¥200 off each. Disability certificate holders enter free; one companion receives ¥200 off.

No booking is required for individuals. Groups of 20 or more must submit a reservation form.

Daily-calendar verification: 2027-03-13–2027-03-31

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The black facade, large window, planted terrace and lower floors of Nakanoshima Museum of Art, Osaka, viewed from an outdoor pedestrian deck. A pedestrian with a parasol is seen from behind at the right edge.
Venue reference · not the exhibition

Nakanoshima Museum of Art, Osaka, photographed on 24 August 2026. An exterior venue reference, not the displays of any listed exhibition or event, or current conditions.

Capture date (source): 2026-08-24

Photo: Sakai Yayoi · Source · CC0 1.0

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Osaka · Nakanoshima Museum of Art, Osaka 4F Gallery

Turner from Tate: The Sublime in Dialogue with Contemporary Art

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See Turner’s visions of light and atmosphere in dialogue with contemporary art.

An announced exhibition period. The existing daily listing retains its original verification label; confirm opening days with the museum.

Closed: Current closure days and exhibition-specific exceptions need confirmation.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Current closure days and exhibition-specific exceptions need confirmation.

Closures, hours, fees and booking conditions are not yet verified; check the official announcement.

Osaka's announced run is March 13–June 27, but exhibition-specific opening hours and closure dates remain unverified. The museum normally closes Mondays, with exceptions by exhibition. Check the Osaka notice before visiting.

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Tokyo · The Ueno Royal Museum, main building, first and second floors

The Vision of Contemporary Art 2027

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Art exhibition

An exhibition of contemporary two-dimensional art.

The daily calendar shows only checked opening dates. Check admission and booking conditions.

Closed: Open daily during the March 15–29 exhibition.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Open daily during the March 15–29 exhibition.

The official schedule is provisional and may change without notice.

Adults JPY 800, university students JPY 400, high-school students and younger free. 10:00–17:00, last entry 16:30.

Daily-calendar verification: 2027-03-15–2027-03-29

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Curved glass façade detail at The National Art Center, Tokyo, with repeating glass sunshades and supports.
Venue reference · not the exhibition

Detail of the curved glass façade at The National Art Center, Tokyo, photographed on 1 June 2024. A historical venue reference, not an exhibition view, an interior room or current event conditions.

Capture date (source): 2024-06-01

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Tokyo · The National Art Center, Tokyo, Galleries 3B

67th Nihon Nangain Exhibition

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Public association exhibition

Discover a range of artistic approaches in this independently organized exhibition.

Verified dates, excluding closures, also appear in the daily calendar. Check admission and booking conditions.

Closed: Normally Tuesdays.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Normally Tuesdays.

Normally 10:00–18:00, last entry 17:30. Paid admission; see the official listing for adult and concession rates. The final day closes earlier where stated below. Closed Tuesdays, except holidays with next-weekday closure; official calendar exceptions applied. Booking requirements are not specified. Final-day closing: 15:00. Adult admission: ¥700. Final day 2027-03-29: closes 15:00, last entry 14:30.

Final day 2027-03-29: closes 15:00, last entry 14:30.

Daily-calendar verification: 2027-03-17–2027-03-29

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Curved glass façade detail at The National Art Center, Tokyo, with repeating glass sunshades and supports.
Venue reference · not the exhibition

Detail of the curved glass façade at The National Art Center, Tokyo, photographed on 1 June 2024. A historical venue reference, not an exhibition view, an interior room or current event conditions.

Capture date (source): 2024-06-01

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Tokyo · The National Art Center, Tokyo, Galleries 1A , 1B , 1C , 1D

80th Japan Independent Exhibition

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Public association exhibition

Discover a range of artistic approaches in this independently organized exhibition.

Verified dates, excluding closures, also appear in the daily calendar. Check admission and booking conditions.

Closed: Normally Tuesdays.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Normally Tuesdays.

Normally 10:00–18:00, last entry 17:30. Paid admission; see the official listing for adult and concession rates. The final day closes earlier where stated below. Closed Tuesdays, except holidays with next-weekday closure; official calendar exceptions applied. Booking requirements are not specified. Final-day closing: 14:00. Adult admission: ¥700. Final day 2027-03-29: closes 14:00, last entry 13:00.

Final day 2027-03-29: closes 14:00, last entry 13:00.

Daily-calendar verification: 2027-03-17–2027-03-29

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Kyoto · Saga Arashiyama Museum of Arts and Culture

An Introduction to Takehisa Yumeji

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Art exhibition

An introduction to Yumeji’s work across painting and design.

The daily calendar shows verified opening dates only. Check admission and booking conditions. Dates from April onward are the announced period, outside this daily calendar’s window.

Closed: The listed exhibition closures are April 13, May 18 and June 15. No March closure is listed. Tuesday and Sunday “Talking Allowed Days” are opening days.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: The listed exhibition closures are April 13, May 18 and June 15. No March closure is listed. Tuesday and Sunday “Talking Allowed Days” are opening days.

First display March 17–May 17; second display May 19–July 11. 10:00–17:00, last entry 16:30.

Adults/university students ¥1,000, high-school students ¥600, elementary/junior-high students ¥400; preschool children free. Group rates for 20+ are ¥900/500/350. A disabled visitor and up to one companion each pay ¥600 (group ¥500). Permanent displays are included.

March is in the first display period. Nagasaki Twelve Scenes is shown in the first period and Ten Female Subjects in the second. Lectures and private tours have separate dates and conditions.

Daily-calendar verification: 2027-03-17–2027-03-31

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Curved glass façade detail at The National Art Center, Tokyo, with repeating glass sunshades and supports.
Venue reference · not the exhibition

Detail of the curved glass façade at The National Art Center, Tokyo, photographed on 1 June 2024. A historical venue reference, not an exhibition view, an interior room or current event conditions.

Capture date (source): 2024-06-01

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Tokyo · The National Art Center, Tokyo, Galleries 2A , 2B , 2C , 2D

103rd Hakujitsukai Exhibition

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Public association exhibition

Discover a range of artistic approaches in this independently organized exhibition.

Verified dates, excluding closures, also appear in the daily calendar. Check admission and booking conditions.

Closed: Normally Tuesdays.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Normally Tuesdays.

Normally 10:00–18:00, last entry 17:30. Paid admission; see the official listing for adult and concession rates. The final day closes earlier where stated below. Closed Tuesdays, except holidays with next-weekday closure; official calendar exceptions applied. Booking requirements are not specified. Final-day closing: 15:00. Adult admission: ¥1000. Final day 2027-03-29: closes 15:00, last entry 14:30.

Final day 2027-03-29: closes 15:00, last entry 14:30.

Daily-calendar verification: 2027-03-18–2027-03-29

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Osaka · National Museum of Ethnology (Minpaku)

Minpaku 50th Opening Anniversary: Reclaim the Sense of Touch! The Evolving Universal Museum

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An anniversary exhibition exploring touch and museums that everyone can enjoy.

Verified dates, excluding closures and exhibition suspensions, appear in the daily calendar. Check admission and reservation conditions.

Closed: Closed Wednesdays, or the next weekday when Wednesday is a holiday; also December 28–January 4. Severe weather or park closure can cause extra closures.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Closed Wednesdays, or the next weekday when Wednesday is a holiday; also December 28–January 4. Severe weather or park closure can cause extra closures.

10:00–17:00; last admission 16:30. This exhibition’s admission fee could not be verified from official content. Standard main-gallery rates are not a confirmed price for this special exhibition. Exhibition-specific booking requirements are unverified; check the detailed official announcement. Closed Wednesdays, or the next weekday when Wednesday is a holiday; also December 28–January 4. Severe weather or park closure can cause extra closures.

The exhibition runs through June 15; daily calendar coverage stops March 31. Recheck exhibition fees and booking details.

Special Exhibition Hall.

Daily-calendar verification: 2027-03-18–2027-03-31

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Tokyo · The National Museum of Modern Art, Tokyo

Hayami Gyoshu: A Nihonga Innovator

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Discover Gyoshu’s experiments in nihonga through paintings and archival material.

Verified dates, excluding closures, also appear in the daily calendar. Check admission and booking conditions.

Closed: Normally Mondays. Additional confirmed closures 2027-03-23, 2027-05-06. Open exceptions 2027-03-22, 2027-03-29, 2027-05-03.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Normally Mondays. Additional confirmed closures 2027-03-23, 2027-05-06. Open exceptions 2027-03-22, 2027-03-29, 2027-05-03.

10:00–17:00, Fridays/Saturdays until 20:00; last entry 30 minutes before closing. Fees and booking details pending. Maiko in Kyoto is displayed only Mar 19–Apr 11; other works also rotate.

Maiko in Kyoto is displayed March 19–April 11, 2027. Other works also rotate.

Daily-calendar verification: 2027-03-19–2027-03-31

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Ibaraki · Ibaraki Ceramic Art Museum, special exhibition room

Remembering Lisa Larson: Artist, Designer, Source of Inspiration

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Explore Lisa Larson’s endearing forms and creative inspirations.

Verified dates, excluding closures, also appear in the daily calendar. Check admission and booking conditions.

Closed: Normally Mondays. Additional confirmed closures 2027-03-23. Open exceptions 2027-03-22.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Normally Mondays. Additional confirmed closures 2027-03-23. Open exceptions 2027-03-22.

Closed Mondays, or the next weekday after a holiday Monday. Open Nov 2 and closed Nov 4, 2026. Extra closure Dec 25–27, followed by the regular Dec 28 closure and Dec 29–Jan 1 holidays. Gallery 1 only is closed Nov 30–Feb 9. 09:30–17:00; last entry 16:30. Listed special exhibitions: adults ¥950, ages 70+ ¥470, high-school students etc. ¥710, elementary/junior-high ¥360. Collection/theme only: adults ¥360. Fees may change. Individual booking requirements are unconfirmed. Groups of 20+ should telephone in advance. Check separate rules for loan-gallery displays.

Daily-calendar verification: 2027-03-20–2027-03-31

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Curved glass façade detail at The National Art Center, Tokyo, with repeating glass sunshades and supports.
Venue reference · not the exhibition

Detail of the curved glass façade at The National Art Center, Tokyo, photographed on 1 June 2024. A historical venue reference, not an exhibition view, an interior room or current event conditions.

Capture date (source): 2024-06-01

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Tokyo · The National Art Center, Tokyo, Galleries 3A

2nd Shaten Photography Exhibition

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Public association exhibition

Discover a range of artistic approaches in this independently organized exhibition.

Verified dates, excluding closures, also appear in the daily calendar. Check admission and booking conditions.

Closed: Normally Tuesdays.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Normally Tuesdays.

Normally 10:00–18:00, last entry 17:30. Free admission. The final day closes earlier where stated below. Closed Tuesdays, except holidays with next-weekday closure; official calendar exceptions applied. Booking requirements are not specified. Final-day closing: 18:00. Public entry begins at noon on the first day; 10:00–12:00 is invitation-only. Final day 2027-03-28: closes 18:00, last entry 17:30.

Final day 2027-03-28: closes 18:00, last entry 17:30.

On 2027-03-20, general admission starts at 12:00. 10:00–12:00 is invitation-only.

Daily-calendar verification: 2027-03-20–2027-03-28

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Venue reference: the Japan Folk Crafts Museum’s stone wall, gate and white-walled main building, seen across the street on 30 August 2026.
Venue reference · not the exhibition

Venue reference: front exterior of the Japan Folk Crafts Museum’s main building, photographed 30 August 2026. Not a photograph of this exhibition, its artworks, or current conditions.

Capture date (source): 2026-08-30

Photo: Nesnad · Source · CC BY 4.0

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Tokyo · The Japan Folk Crafts Museum

Beautiful Writing Implements: A Focus on Korean Crafts

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Discover intimate craft in Korean water droppers and writing tools.

Verified dates, excluding closures, also appear in the daily calendar. Check admission and booking conditions.

Closed: Normally Mondays. Additional confirmed closures 2027-03-23. Open exceptions 2027-03-22.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Normally Mondays. Additional confirmed closures 2027-03-23. Open exceptions 2027-03-22.

Main Hall closed Mondays, or the day after holiday Mondays. Closed Nov 4–21, Dec 18, 2026–Jan 5, 2027 and Mar 11–19 for changeovers/holidays. West Hall normally opens only on second/third Wednesdays and Saturdays, subject to exhibition-specific dates. Main Hall 10:00–17:00, last entry 16:30. West Hall has separate opening dates and hours, 10:00–16:30, last entry 16:00. Adults ¥1,500; university/high-school students ¥800; junior-high and younger free. Group rates for 20+. Groups must reserve in advance. Check exhibition-specific notices for individual timed-booking exceptions.

Daily-calendar verification: 2027-03-20–2027-03-31

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Nagano · Ueda City Museum of Art, Santomyuze

Marie Laurencin Exhibition

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Art exhibition

Discover Laurencin’s work at Ueda City Museum of Art.

The daily calendar shows only checked opening dates. Check admission and booking conditions. Dates from April onward are the announced exhibition period, not verified daily opening.

Closed: Closed Tuesdays, or the next weekday when Tuesday is a public holiday. March closures are March 23 and 30.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Closed Tuesdays, or the next weekday when Tuesday is a public holiday. March closures are March 23 and 30.

Closed March 23 and 30. Detailed exhibition content will be announced later.

Daily-calendar verification: 2027-03-20–2027-03-31

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Curved glass façade detail at The National Art Center, Tokyo, with repeating glass sunshades and supports.
Venue reference · not the exhibition

Detail of the curved glass façade at The National Art Center, Tokyo, photographed on 1 June 2024. A historical venue reference, not an exhibition view, an interior room or current event conditions.

Capture date (source): 2024-06-01

Photo: Rob Oo · Source · CC BY 4.0

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Tokyo · The National Art Center, Tokyo

DIVA

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Follow performers whose voices and self-expression helped shape culture.

Verified dates, excluding closures, also appear in the daily calendar. Check admission and booking conditions.

Closed: Normally Tuesdays. Open exceptions 2027-05-04.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Normally Tuesdays. Open exceptions 2027-05-04.

10:00–18:00, Fridays/Saturdays until 20:00; last entry 30 minutes before closing. Fees and booking details are not yet announced.

Daily-calendar verification: 2027-03-24–2027-03-31

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Osaka · Nakanoshima Museum of Art, Osaka 5F Gallery

Nakanoshima Museum All-Stars: Fifth Anniversary Exhibition

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Meet highlights from the museum’s collection in a fifth-anniversary gathering.

An announced exhibition period. Daily opening conditions are not verified, so it is not added to the daily calendar.

Closed: Current closure days and exhibition-specific exceptions need confirmation.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Current closure days and exhibition-specific exceptions need confirmation.

Closures, hours, fees and booking conditions are not yet verified; check the official announcement.

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Tokyo · Tokyo National Museum

National Treasures: The Art of Miidera Temple

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Explore Miidera’s history and faith through treasures associated with Enchin.

An announced exhibition period. Daily opening conditions are not verified, so it is not added to the daily calendar.

Closed: Normally Mondays. Open exceptions 2027-04-26, 2027-05-03, 2027-05-31, 2027-06-07.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Normally Mondays. Open exceptions 2027-04-26, 2027-05-03, 2027-05-31, 2027-06-07.

9:30–17:00; until 20:00 Fridays, Saturdays and May 2–4. Last entry 30 minutes before closing. Only this exhibition opens May 31 and June 7. Admission and booking details are not yet announced; some works rotate.

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Kyoto · Kyoto National Museum Heisei Chishinkan

The Great Kano School, Part I: Muromachi–Momoyama

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Explore the Kano school’s painting from the Muromachi through Momoyama periods.

An announced exhibition period. Daily opening conditions are not verified, so it is not added to the daily calendar.

Closed: Normally Mondays. Open exceptions 2027-05-03.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Normally Mondays. Open exceptions 2027-05-03.

Closed Mondays. Open exceptions: 2027-05-03. 09:00–17:30; Fridays until 20:00; last entry 30 minutes before closing. Fees not announced in the checked overview. Individual timed-entry requirements are unverified. Recheck rotations and temporary changes.

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Tokyo · SOMPO Museum of Art

Fashion in Art: A New Era for French Women (working title)

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Explore changing lives through fashion in French paintings and posters.

An announced exhibition period. Daily opening conditions are not verified, so it is not added to the daily calendar.

Closed: Normally Mondays.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Normally Mondays.

10:00–18:00; Fridays until 20:00 except FACE; last entry 30 minutes before closing. Closed Mondays, opening on holidays and closing the next weekday. Fees and booking details pending.

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Fukuoka · Kyushu National Museum

Kūkai: Treasures of Mount Kōya and the Spread of Faith

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Discover treasures associated with Mount Kōya and Kūkai, tracing the spread of esoteric Buddhist faith.

An announced exhibition period. Daily opening conditions are not verified, so it is not added to the daily calendar.

Closed: Current closure days and exhibition-specific exceptions need confirmation.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Current closure days and exhibition-specific exceptions need confirmation.

Closures, hours, fees and booking conditions are not yet verified; check the official announcement.

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Kyoto · Kyoto National Museum Heisei Chishinkan

The Great Kano School, Part II: Edo–Meiji

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An entirely changed display follows the Kano school from Edo into the Meiji era.

An announced exhibition period. Daily opening conditions are not verified, so it is not added to the daily calendar.

Closed: Normally Mondays. Open exceptions 2027-07-19.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Normally Mondays. Open exceptions 2027-07-19.

Closed Mondays. Open exceptions: 2027-07-19. 09:00–17:30; Fridays until 20:00; last entry 30 minutes before closing. Fees not announced in the checked overview. Individual timed-entry requirements are unverified. Recheck rotations and temporary changes.

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Tokyo · The Japan Folk Crafts Museum

Lotus Motifs in East Asian Painting and Crafts

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Follow the lotus through East Asian painting and craft.

An announced exhibition period. Daily opening conditions are not verified, so it is not added to the daily calendar.

Closed: Normally Mondays.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Normally Mondays.

Main Hall closed Mondays, or the day after holiday Mondays. Closed Nov 4–21, Dec 18, 2026–Jan 5, 2027 and Mar 11–19 for changeovers/holidays. West Hall normally opens only on second/third Wednesdays and Saturdays, subject to exhibition-specific dates. Main Hall 10:00–17:00, last entry 16:30. West Hall has separate opening dates and hours, 10:00–16:30, last entry 16:00. Adults ¥1,500; university/high-school students ¥800; junior-high and younger free. Group rates for 20+. Groups must reserve in advance. Check exhibition-specific notices for individual timed-booking exceptions.

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Tokyo · The National Museum of Modern Art, Tokyo

Yamaguchi Akira: Vision, Society and the Object

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Enter Yamaguchi Akira’s world, where traditional painting meets contemporary life.

An announced exhibition period. Daily opening conditions are not verified, so it is not added to the daily calendar.

Closed: Current closure days and exhibition-specific exceptions need confirmation.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Current closure days and exhibition-specific exceptions need confirmation.

Admission and booking conditions are not yet verified.

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Tokyo · Suntory Museum of Art

The World of Shiba Kokan (working title)

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Follow an Edo artist’s curiosity through Western painting and maps.

An announced exhibition period. Daily opening conditions are not verified, so it is not added to the daily calendar.

Closed: Current closure days and exhibition-specific exceptions need confirmation.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Current closure days and exhibition-specific exceptions need confirmation.

Announced exhibition period confirmed. Exhibition-specific closures, fees and booking conditions remain unverified; do not generate daily availability from the general Tuesday rule.

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Osaka · Nakanoshima Museum of Art, Osaka 4F Gallery

Yamana Ayao: Design That Captivates

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Discover Yamana Ayao’s design across advertising, magazines and visual identities.

An announced exhibition period. Daily opening conditions are not verified, so it is not added to the daily calendar.

Closed: Current closure days and exhibition-specific exceptions need confirmation.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Current closure days and exhibition-specific exceptions need confirmation.

Closures, hours, fees and booking conditions are not yet verified; check the official announcement.

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Tokyo · SOMPO Museum of Art

Gateway to Technology and Art

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Light, movement and interactive art invite fresh ways of seeing.

An announced exhibition period. Daily opening conditions are not verified, so it is not added to the daily calendar.

Closed: Normally Mondays.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Normally Mondays.

10:00–18:00; Fridays until 20:00 except FACE; last entry 30 minutes before closing. Closed Mondays, opening on holidays and closing the next weekday. Fees and booking details pending.

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Tokyo · The Japan Folk Crafts Museum

Celebrating a Gift: The Work of Samiro Yunoki

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Enjoy Samiro Yunoki’s color and pattern through donated works.

An announced exhibition period. Daily opening conditions are not verified, so it is not added to the daily calendar.

Closed: Normally Mondays.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Normally Mondays.

Main Hall closed Mondays, or the day after holiday Mondays. Closed Nov 4–21, Dec 18, 2026–Jan 5, 2027 and Mar 11–19 for changeovers/holidays. West Hall normally opens only on second/third Wednesdays and Saturdays, subject to exhibition-specific dates. Main Hall 10:00–17:00, last entry 16:30. West Hall has separate opening dates and hours, 10:00–16:30, last entry 16:00. Adults ¥1,500; university/high-school students ¥800; junior-high and younger free. Group rates for 20+. Groups must reserve in advance. Check exhibition-specific notices for individual timed-booking exceptions.

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Tokyo · The National Art Center, Tokyo

The Princely Collections of Liechtenstein: Antiquity in Western Art

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A planned exhibition exploring antiquity in Western art through the Princely Collections of Liechtenstein.

An announced exhibition period. Daily opening conditions are not verified, so it is not added to the daily calendar.

Closed: Current closure days and exhibition-specific exceptions need confirmation.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Current closure days and exhibition-specific exceptions need confirmation.

Dates appear in official calendar data. The detail page could not be retrieved; closures, hours, admission and booking remain unverified.

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Tokyo · Suntory Museum of Art

Choju Giga (working title)

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Explore celebrated scrolls and their long history of preservation at Kozanji.

An announced exhibition period. Daily opening conditions are not verified, so it is not added to the daily calendar.

Closed: Current closure days and exhibition-specific exceptions need confirmation.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Current closure days and exhibition-specific exceptions need confirmation.

Announced exhibition period confirmed. Exhibition-specific closures, fees and booking conditions remain unverified; do not generate daily availability from the general Tuesday rule.

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Tokyo · The National Art Center, Tokyo

Gilbert & George: Art Exhibition

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Explore the duo’s provocative practice, from living sculpture to monumental photographic works.

An announced exhibition period. Daily opening conditions are not verified, so it is not added to the daily calendar.

Closed: Normally Tuesdays.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Normally Tuesdays.

10:00–18:00, Fridays/Saturdays until 20:00; last entry 30 minutes before closing. The exhibition page says every Tuesday closed; Nov 23 holiday handling, admission and booking remain unverified.

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Tokyo · SOMPO Museum of Art

The Barbizon School (working title)

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Follow the landscape traditions connecting France and Britain.

An announced exhibition period. Daily opening conditions are not verified, so it is not added to the daily calendar.

Closed: Normally Mondays.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Normally Mondays.

10:00–18:00; Fridays until 20:00 except FACE; last entry 30 minutes before closing. Closed Mondays, opening on holidays and closing the next weekday. Fees and booking details pending.

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Osaka · Nakanoshima Museum of Art, Osaka 4F Gallery

Wiener Werkstätte

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Discover the craft and design of the Wiener Werkstätte.

An announced exhibition period. Daily opening conditions are not verified, so it is not added to the daily calendar.

Closed: Current closure days and exhibition-specific exceptions need confirmation.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Current closure days and exhibition-specific exceptions need confirmation.

Closures, hours, fees and booking conditions are not yet verified; check the official announcement.

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Osaka · Nakanoshima Museum of Art, Osaka 5F Gallery

Higashiyama Kaii: 120th Anniversary Exhibition

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An announced anniversary exhibition exploring the painting of Higashiyama Kaii.

An announced exhibition period. Daily opening conditions are not verified, so it is not added to the daily calendar.

Closed: Current closure days and exhibition-specific exceptions need confirmation.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Current closure days and exhibition-specific exceptions need confirmation.

Closures, hours, fees and booking conditions are not yet verified; check the official announcement.

Checked: 2026-11-06 · English is an editorial translation.

Fukuoka · Kyushu National Museum

Sugawara no Michizane

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Trace Michizane’s life as a scholar and statesman and his later veneration as Tenjin.

An announced exhibition period. Daily opening conditions are not verified, so it is not added to the daily calendar.

Closed: Current closure days and exhibition-specific exceptions need confirmation.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Current closure days and exhibition-specific exceptions need confirmation.

Closures, hours, fees and booking conditions are not yet verified; check the official announcement.

Checked: 2026-11-06 · English is an editorial translation.

Tokyo · The Japan Folk Crafts Museum

2027 Japan Folk Crafts Museum Exhibition: New Crafts Open Call

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Meet living craft traditions through newly made works.

An announced exhibition period. Daily opening conditions are not verified, so it is not added to the daily calendar.

Closed: Normally Mondays.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Normally Mondays.

Main Hall closed Mondays, or the day after holiday Mondays. Closed Nov 4–21, Dec 18, 2026–Jan 5, 2027 and Mar 11–19 for changeovers/holidays. West Hall normally opens only on second/third Wednesdays and Saturdays, subject to exhibition-specific dates. Main Hall 10:00–17:00, last entry 16:30. West Hall has separate opening dates and hours, 10:00–16:30, last entry 16:00. Adults ¥1,500; university/high-school students ¥800; junior-high and younger free. Group rates for 20+. Groups must reserve in advance. Check exhibition-specific notices for individual timed-booking exceptions.

Checked: 2026-11-06 · English is an editorial translation.

Tokyo · Suntory Museum of Art

An Urban Living Room (working title)

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Enjoy National Treasures and Important Cultural Properties in the museum’s Roppongi setting.

An announced exhibition period. Daily opening conditions are not verified, so it is not added to the daily calendar.

Closed: Current closure days and exhibition-specific exceptions need confirmation.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Current closure days and exhibition-specific exceptions need confirmation.

Announced exhibition period confirmed. Exhibition-specific closures, fees and booking conditions remain unverified; do not generate daily availability from the general Tuesday rule.

Checked: 2026-11-06 · English is an editorial translation.

Tokyo · The Japan Folk Crafts Museum

Seto and Mino Ceramics: Forms and Uses

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Explore the varied forms of Seto and Mino ceramics.

An announced exhibition period. Daily opening conditions are not verified, so it is not added to the daily calendar.

Closed: Normally Mondays.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Normally Mondays.

Main Hall closed Mondays, or the day after holiday Mondays. Closed Nov 4–21, Dec 18, 2026–Jan 5, 2027 and Mar 11–19 for changeovers/holidays. West Hall normally opens only on second/third Wednesdays and Saturdays, subject to exhibition-specific dates. Main Hall 10:00–17:00, last entry 16:30. West Hall has separate opening dates and hours, 10:00–16:30, last entry 16:00. Adults ¥1,500; university/high-school students ¥800; junior-high and younger free. Group rates for 20+. Groups must reserve in advance. Check exhibition-specific notices for individual timed-booking exceptions.

Checked: 2026-11-06 · English is an editorial translation.

Tokyo · SOMPO Museum of Art

Photography and Architecture (working title)

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See how photography records buildings, urban life and changing times.

An announced exhibition period. Daily opening conditions are not verified, so it is not added to the daily calendar.

Closed: Normally Mondays.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Normally Mondays.

10:00–18:00; Fridays until 20:00 except FACE; last entry 30 minutes before closing. Closed Mondays, opening on holidays and closing the next weekday. Fees and booking details pending.

Checked: 2026-11-06 · English is an editorial translation.

Osaka · Nakanoshima Museum of Art, Osaka 4F Gallery

Takehisa Yumeji: An Artist Who Shaped an Era

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Explore the sensibility of an era through Takehisa Yumeji’s creative work.

An announced exhibition period. Daily opening conditions are not verified, so it is not added to the daily calendar.

Closed: Current closure days and exhibition-specific exceptions need confirmation.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Current closure days and exhibition-specific exceptions need confirmation.

Closures, hours, fees and booking conditions are not yet verified; check the official announcement.

Checked: 2026-11-06 · English is an editorial translation.

Tokyo · SOMPO Museum of Art

FACE 2028 / The Future of Painting 2028

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Discover selected open-call works and new directions from award-winning painters.

An announced exhibition period. Daily opening conditions are not verified, so it is not added to the daily calendar.

Closed: Normally Mondays.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Normally Mondays.

10:00–18:00; Fridays until 20:00 except FACE; last entry 30 minutes before closing. Closed Mondays, opening on holidays and closing the next weekday. Fees and booking details pending.

Checked: 2026-11-06 · English is an editorial translation.

Nagano · Nagano Prefectural Art Museum, Galleries 1–3

Kandinsky: The World Resonates, His Work and Influence in Japanese Collections

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Explore Kandinsky’s work and influence through works held in Japan.

Included in the daily calendar after verified closures are excluded. Check admission and booking conditions.

Closed: Closed Wednesdays; no Wednesday public holiday falls within this exhibition.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Closed Wednesdays; no Wednesday public holiday falls within this exhibition.

09:00–17:00; gallery entry until 16:30. Adults ¥1,200; university students / ages 75+ ¥1,000; high-school students or under-18s free. Eligible students at Nagano institutions are free; check eligibility. Disability-certificate holders plus one companion free. The official exhibition page does not explicitly state whether ordinary admission needs a reservation. Events have separate conditions.

Access: From Nagano Station Zenkoji Exit, ride about 15 minutes to Zenkoji-kita and walk 3 minutes. Walk 15 minutes from Zenkojishita Station. No dedicated general-visitor parking.

The English title is an editorial translation.

Daily-calendar verification: 2026-11-07–2026-12-27

Checked: 2026-11-07 · English is an editorial translation.

Tokyo · Tokyo Metropolitan Art Museum, Special Exhibition Galleries

100th Anniversary of the Tokyo Metropolitan Art Museum: What a Wonderful World: Masterworks from the Musée d’Orsay

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Works from the Musée d’Orsay explore the pleasures of everyday life.

Included in the daily calendar after verified closures are excluded. Check admission and booking conditions.

Closed: Closed Mondays except Nov 23, Jan 4, Jan 11 and Mar 22. Also closed Nov 24, Dec 22–Jan 3, Jan 12 and Mar 23. Dec 21 is closed as a Monday.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Closed Mondays except Nov 23, Jan 4, Jan 11 and Mar 22. Also closed Nov 24, Dec 22–Jan 3, Jan 12 and Mar 23. Dec 21 is closed as a Monday.

09:30–17:30, Fridays until 20:00; last entry 30 minutes before closing. Adults ¥2,400; university/vocational students ¥1,300; ages 65+ ¥1,600. Ages 18 and under / high-school students and younger free. University/vocational students free on open weekdays Dec 8–18. Advance tickets through Nov 13 are ¥200 less. Eligible certificate holders plus one carer free; see official family-discount conditions. No timed reservation required; queues are possible. School visits need separate registration.

Access: Walk 7 minutes from JR Ueno Station Park Exit, or 10 minutes from Tokyo Metro Ueno Exit 7 / Keisei Ueno. No museum parking.

The English title follows the museum’s official wording; English descriptions and visit notes are editorial translations.

Daily-calendar verification: 2026-11-14–2027-03-28

Checked: 2026-11-07 · English is an editorial translation.

Tokyo · Tokyo Metropolitan Art Museum, Galleries A and C

100th Anniversary of the Tokyo Metropolitan Art Museum: Ways of Reading—How the World Speaks to Us, How We Speak to the World

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Five artists use sculpture, photography, language and painting to explore ways of relating to the world.

Included in the daily calendar after verified closures are excluded. Check admission and booking conditions.

Closed: Closed only Dec 7 and Dec 21–Jan 3 within the announced run; do not apply a blanket Monday closure.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Closed only Dec 7 and Dec 21–Jan 3 within the announced run; do not apply a blanket Monday closure.

09:30–17:30, Fridays until 20:00; last entry 30 minutes before closing. Free admission. The official basic information does not explicitly state an ordinary-admission reservation requirement.

Access: Walk 7 minutes from JR Ueno Station Park Exit, or 10 minutes from Tokyo Metro Ueno Exit 7 / Keisei Ueno. No museum parking.

The English title follows the museum’s official wording; English descriptions and visit notes are editorial translations.

Daily-calendar verification: 2026-11-19–2027-01-11

Checked: 2026-11-07 · English is an editorial translation.

Tokyo · Tokyo Metropolitan Art Museum, Gallery B

100th Anniversary Archives Exhibition: The History of the Tokyo Metropolitan Art Museum

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Archives and photographs trace a century of Japan’s first public art museum.

Included in the daily calendar after verified closures are excluded. Check admission and booking conditions.

Closed: Closed only Dec 7 and Dec 21–Jan 3 within the announced run; do not apply a blanket Monday closure.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Closed only Dec 7 and Dec 21–Jan 3 within the announced run; do not apply a blanket Monday closure.

09:30–17:30, Fridays until 20:00; last entry 30 minutes before closing. Free admission. The official basic information does not explicitly state an ordinary-admission reservation requirement.

Access: Walk 7 minutes from JR Ueno Station Park Exit, or 10 minutes from Tokyo Metro Ueno Exit 7 / Keisei Ueno. No museum parking.

The English title follows the museum’s official wording; English descriptions and visit notes are editorial translations.

Daily-calendar verification: 2026-11-19–2027-01-11

Checked: 2026-11-07 · English is an editorial translation.

Shizuoka · Shizuoka City Museum of Art

Edward Gorey: Secret Messages

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Original illustrations, posters and publications reveal Edward Gorey’s distinctive world.

Included in the daily calendar after verified closures are excluded. Check admission and booking conditions.

Closed: Closed Mondays except Jan 11. Closed Dec 28–Jan 1; reopens Jan 2.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Closed Mondays except Jan 11. Closed Dec 28–Jan 1; reopens Jan 2.

10:00–19:00; gallery entry until 18:30. Adults ¥1,500; university/high-school students and ages 70+ ¥1,100; junior-high and younger free. Advance through Nov 27: ¥1,300 / ¥900. Eligible disability or medical-benefit certificate holders plus one necessary companion free. No timed reservation required. Tickets cannot be cancelled, refunded or changed after purchase. Free/discount admission is handled at the museum counter.

Access: On the third floor of Aoi Tower, 3 minutes via the underground passage from JR Shizuoka North Exit or 5 minutes from Shin-Shizuoka Station.

The English title is an editorial translation.

Daily-calendar verification: 2026-11-28–2027-01-11

Checked: 2026-11-07 · English is an editorial translation.

Shizuoka · Shizuoka City Museum of Art

Takehisa Yumeji: An Artist Shaping His Times

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Explore Yumeji through paintings, books and commercial design.

An announced exhibition period, not a verified daily-opening calendar.

Closed: Exhibition closures and holiday exceptions are not yet confirmed. General museum closure rules have not been applied automatically.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Exhibition closures and holiday exceptions are not yet confirmed. General museum closure rules have not been applied automatically.

Exhibition opening hours are not stated in the reviewed official announcement. Admission prices are not stated in the reviewed official announcement. Exhibition-specific reservation conditions are not yet confirmed.

Access: On the third floor of Aoi Tower, 3 minutes via the underground passage from JR Shizuoka North Exit or 5 minutes from Shin-Shizuoka Station.

The English title is an editorial translation.

The announced programme may change. Daily opening and admission are not verified.

Checked: 2026-11-07 · English is an editorial translation.

Tokyo · Tokyo Metropolitan Art Museum, Special Exhibition Galleries

Raoul Dufy: Dans Tous Ses États

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Paintings and decorative arts explore Dufy’s varied practice.

An announced exhibition period, not a verified daily-opening calendar.

Closed: Exhibition closures and holiday exceptions are not yet confirmed. General museum closure rules have not been applied automatically.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Exhibition closures and holiday exceptions are not yet confirmed. General museum closure rules have not been applied automatically.

Exhibition opening hours are not stated in the reviewed official announcement. Admission prices are not stated in the reviewed official announcement. Exhibition-specific reservation conditions are not yet confirmed.

Access: Walk 7 minutes from JR Ueno Station Park Exit, or 10 minutes from Tokyo Metro Ueno Exit 7 / Keisei Ueno. No museum parking.

The international title follows the museum’s official wording, with a French subtitle; English descriptions and visit notes are editorial translations.

The announced programme may change. Daily opening and admission are not verified.

Checked: 2026-11-07 · English is an editorial translation.

Tokyo · Tokyo Metropolitan Art Museum (individual gallery unconfirmed)

Michiko Nakatani (working title)

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New and representative works introduce Michiko Nakatani’s sculpture.

An announced exhibition period, not a verified daily-opening calendar.

Closed: Exhibition closures and holiday exceptions are not yet confirmed. General museum closure rules have not been applied automatically.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Exhibition closures and holiday exceptions are not yet confirmed. General museum closure rules have not been applied automatically.

Exhibition opening hours are not stated in the reviewed official announcement. Admission prices are not stated in the reviewed official announcement. Exhibition-specific reservation conditions are not yet confirmed.

Access: Walk 7 minutes from JR Ueno Station Park Exit, or 10 minutes from Tokyo Metro Ueno Exit 7 / Keisei Ueno. No museum parking.

The English working title is an editorial translation.

The announced programme may change. Daily opening and admission are not verified.

Checked: 2026-11-07 · English is an editorial translation.

Tokyo · Tokyo Metropolitan Art Museum, Special Exhibition Galleries

From Rembrandt to Monet and Van Gogh: Masterpieces from the Hammer Museum

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Explore paintings from the Hammer Museum and its founder’s collecting.

An announced exhibition period, not a verified daily-opening calendar.

Closed: Exhibition closures and holiday exceptions are not yet confirmed. General museum closure rules have not been applied automatically.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Exhibition closures and holiday exceptions are not yet confirmed. General museum closure rules have not been applied automatically.

Exhibition opening hours are not stated in the reviewed official announcement. Admission prices are not stated in the reviewed official announcement. Exhibition-specific reservation conditions are not yet confirmed.

Access: Walk 7 minutes from JR Ueno Station Park Exit, or 10 minutes from Tokyo Metro Ueno Exit 7 / Keisei Ueno. No museum parking.

The English title follows the museum’s official wording; English descriptions and visit notes are editorial translations.

The announced programme may change. Daily opening and admission are not verified.

Checked: 2026-11-07 · English is an editorial translation.

Tokyo · Tokyo Metropolitan Art Museum (individual gallery unconfirmed)

Discovering a New “Universe” (working title)

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A new view of artists and works connected with the museum.

An announced exhibition period, not a verified daily-opening calendar.

Closed: Exhibition closures and holiday exceptions are not yet confirmed. General museum closure rules have not been applied automatically.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Exhibition closures and holiday exceptions are not yet confirmed. General museum closure rules have not been applied automatically.

Exhibition opening hours are not stated in the reviewed official announcement. Admission prices are not stated in the reviewed official announcement. Exhibition-specific reservation conditions are not yet confirmed.

Access: Walk 7 minutes from JR Ueno Station Park Exit, or 10 minutes from Tokyo Metro Ueno Exit 7 / Keisei Ueno. No museum parking.

The English working title is an editorial translation.

The announced programme may change. Daily opening and admission are not verified.

Checked: 2026-11-07 · English is an editorial translation.

Tokyo · Tokyo Metropolitan Art Museum (individual gallery unconfirmed)

Paul Klee: Worlds In Between, from Kunstsammlung Nordrhein-Westfalen

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K20’s collection anchors an exploration of Klee’s art.

An announced exhibition period, not a verified daily-opening calendar.

Closed: Exhibition closures and holiday exceptions are not yet confirmed. General museum closure rules have not been applied automatically.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Exhibition closures and holiday exceptions are not yet confirmed. General museum closure rules have not been applied automatically.

Exhibition opening hours are not stated in the reviewed official announcement. Admission prices are not stated in the reviewed official announcement. Exhibition-specific reservation conditions are not yet confirmed.

Access: Walk 7 minutes from JR Ueno Station Park Exit, or 10 minutes from Tokyo Metro Ueno Exit 7 / Keisei Ueno. No museum parking.

The English title is an editorial translation.

The announced programme may change. Daily opening and admission are not verified.

Checked: 2026-11-07 · English is an editorial translation.

Tokushima · Yoshida Family Residence, Wakimachi

Yurukawa Fuu Light-Carving Exhibition in Udatsu

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A limited-run light-carving exhibition brings indigo and sea imagery into Wakimachi’s historic Yoshida residence. Japanese-dance performances run only on selected dates, with a separate combined ticket.

Officially checked exhibition period, open daily during the run. Not yet indexed in the day-by-day calendar.

Closed: Open daily during the exhibition. Normal operations and prices after the show are not inferred.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Open daily during the exhibition. Normal operations and prices after the show are not inferred.

September 26–November 15, 2026, daily during the run. 09:00–17:00; last admission 16:30.

Same-day exhibition entry: adults ¥1,500; elementary/junior-high pupils ¥700; preschoolers free. Combined exhibition-and-performance tickets cost ¥3,000 or ¥2,200 respectively, only if seats remain. Separate ¥510 house-only entry during the exhibition is unverified.

Address: 53 Wakimachi, Oaza Wakimachi, Mima, Tokushima. Access by taxi from JR Anabuki Station. Check outward and return transport for your visit.

No mandatory individual exhibition-reservation rule was found; this is not a guarantee of entry. Groups of 15 or more require prior arrangement.

Performances: November 8, 13, 14 and 15 at 11:00, 12:30 and 14:30, about 40 minutes each with 20 seats. Reserve through the official organizer; same-day tickets only if seats remain. Japanese dance and narration; English support and step-free access to the upstairs venue are unverified.

The ¥1,500 performance add-on is for exhibition-ticket holders, an alternative to the ¥3,000 combined ticket, not an extra charge on that combined ticket. Current advance-ticket availability is unverified.

The English title is an editorial translation. Not yet indexed in the day-by-day calendar. This show is removed from upcoming results after November 15; no later dates are inferred.

Checked: 2026-11-07 · English is an editorial translation.

Kanagawa · Yokosuka Museum of Art

Setsuko Migishi: 120th Anniversary of Her Birth

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Art exhibition

Follow Setsuko Migishi’s artistic life through richly coloured landscapes.

The daily calendar shows verified opening dates only. Check admission and booking conditions.

Closed: The only listed closure during this exhibition is December 7; it is not closed every Monday.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: The only listed closure during this exhibition is December 7; it is not closed every Monday.

Open 10:00–18:00.

Adults ¥1,500; high-school/university students and visitors aged 65+ ¥1,300; junior-high students and younger free. Includes the collection and Taniuchi Rokuro Pavilion.

The exhibition page does not specify a timed-booking requirement for individual visitors. Some related programmes require separate applications.

From Keikyu Maborikaigan Station, take a Kannonzaki-bound bus for about 10 minutes, then walk about 2 minutes from the museum stop.

Daily-calendar verification: 2026-11-14–2026-12-20

Checked: 2026-11-07 · English is an editorial translation.

Saitama · Kawaguchi Museum of Art

Mika Ninagawa: First Light — Kawaguchi Museum of Art Opening Exhibition

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Art exhibition

Explore Mika Ninagawa’s creative beginnings through photographs and family memories.

The daily calendar shows verified opening dates only. Check admission and booking conditions.

Closed: Closed Mondays except September 21, October 12 and November 23. Also closed September 24, October 13 and November 24.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Closed Mondays except September 21, October 12 and November 23. Also closed September 24, October 13 and November 24.

Open 10:00–18:00, last entry 30 minutes before closing. Open until 20:00 on November 13 and 27.

Online/on-site admission: adults ¥1,800/¥2,000; university students ¥1,300/¥1,500; high-school students ¥800/¥1,000. Junior-high students and younger free.

Online and on-site tickets are available; the exhibition page does not specify timed booking. Groups of 20+ seeking group rates must contact the museum by email beforehand.

About a 2-minute walk from JR Kawaguchi Station’s west exit. This exhibition focuses on photographs and family memories, not large immersive installations.

Daily-calendar verification: 2026-11-01–2026-11-29

Checked: 2026-11-07 · English is an editorial translation.

Tokyo · National Museum of Western Art

Turner from Tate: The Sublime in Dialogue with Contemporary Art — Tokyo

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Art exhibition

See Turner’s light and landscapes alongside contemporary art in Ueno.

The daily calendar shows verified opening dates only. Check admission and booking conditions.

Closed: Closed Mondays except November 23 and January 11. Also closed November 24, December 28–January 1, and January 12.

Closures, admission & official sources

Closed: Closed Mondays except November 23 and January 11. Also closed November 24, December 28–January 1, and January 12.

Open 9:30–17:30; Fridays and Saturdays until 20:00. Last entry 30 minutes before closing.

On-site admission: adults ¥2,400; university students ¥1,500; high-school students ¥1,100; junior-high students and younger free. High-school and university students enter free November 4–19 with student ID.

Online and on-site sales are available. The official ticket page does not state that timed booking is mandatory; queues are possible.

The permanent collection closes January 12–February 21; this does not cancel the Turner exhibition. A 1-minute walk from JR Ueno Station’s Park Exit.

Daily-calendar verification: 2026-11-01–2027-02-21

Checked: 2026-11-07 · English is an editorial translation.

Official links provide current tickets and visit information. No exhibition images are reproduced without verified reuse permission. Past shows leave this list after their announced end date in Japan. Later-year dates are never inferred from an earlier edition.