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ICE AGE – Discover the World 40,000 Years in the Past — A Rare Exhibition at National Museum of Nature and Science
A new summer exhibition at the National Museum of Nature and Science (Kahaku) in Ueno takes you back 40,000 years to the last glacial period. The show runs July 12–October 13, 2025, and presents life during a colder world — from mammoths and giant deer to the humans who lived then. The headline draw is…
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minä perhonen 30th Anniversary Exhibition
Tokyo’s vibrant design scene is abuzz as minä perhonen, the iconic Japanese fashion and textile brand, commemorates its 30th anniversary with a captivating exhibition. Running from May 28 to June 15, 2025, at Hillside Terrace in Daikanyama, the “羽花 minä perhonen 30th Anniversary Exhibition + Akira Minagawa Art Works” offers a deep dive into the…
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Masterpieces on Paper: Swedish National Museum’s Drawing Collection Exhibition at Tokyo’s National Museum of Western Art
This summer, Tokyo’s National Museum of Western Art in Ueno will host a remarkable exhibition titled “Renaissance to the Baroque: Master Drawings from the National Museum, Stockholm.” Running from July 1 to September 28, 2025, the exhibition offers a rare opportunity to view a curated selection of masterful drawings by renowned European artists. The exhibition…
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Photographer Luigi Ghiri’s First Solo Museum Exhibition in Asia
In 2025, the Tokyo Photographic Art Museum (TOP Museum) marks its 30th anniversary with a series of compelling exhibitions that delve into the evolution of photography and moving images. Among these, the standout is Luigi Ghirri: Infinite Landscapes, the first major museum exhibition in Asia dedicated to the renowned Italian photographer. Luigi Ghirri: Infinite Landscapes…
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A Renewal of Passion: The Impact of Van Gogh
The Pola Museum of Art in Hakone, Japan, is hosting its inaugural exhibition dedicated to Vincent van Gogh, titled A Renewal of Passion: The Impact of Van Gogh. Running from May 31 to November 30, 2025, this exhibition delves into the profound influence of Van Gogh’s art on both past and contemporary creators. Van Gogh’s…
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Design Ah! Exhibition Neo
From April 18 to September 23, 2025, the “Design Ah! Exhibition Neo” is captivating visitors at Tokyo Node in Toranomon Hills. This immersive exhibition, inspired by NHK E-Tele’s educational program “Design Ah! Neo,” invites attendees to explore the design behind everyday actions like walking, eating, sitting, and holding. Experience Design Through Action Unlike previous exhibitions…
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Ito Jakuchu’s National Treasure, Doshoku Sai-e, is on display at the Museum of Imperial Collections as part of the “Flowers Bloom” exhibition, which showcases artworks themed around flowers
As spring breathes new life into Tokyo, the Imperial Palace’s Museum of the Imperial Collections, Sannomaru Shozokan, invites art enthusiasts and nature lovers alike to immerse themselves in the “A Flourish of Flowers—The Beauty of Blossoms” exhibition. Running from March 11 to May 6, 2025, this captivating showcase celebrates the timeless allure of floral motifs…
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Shinsuke Yoshitake’s “It Might Be an Exhibition” Returns to Tokyo
Celebrated Japanese author and illustrator Shinsuke Yoshitake’s acclaimed exhibition, “It Might Be Shinsuke Yoshitake’s Exhibition,” is making a grand return to Tokyo, now expanded and enriched as the “Plenty More” edition. Having attracted over 700,000 visitors nationwide since its debut in April 2022 at the Setagaya Literary Museum, this enhanced exhibition offers fresh experiences for…
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Miffy’s 70th Anniversary Exhibition at Matsuya Ginza in Tokyo
In 2025, the beloved character Miffy, known as “うさこちゃん” (Usako-chan) in Japan, celebrates her 70th anniversary. Created in 1955 by Dutch artist and graphic designer Dick Bruna, Miffy has captured the hearts of fans worldwide with her simple yet expressive design and heartwarming stories. To commemorate this milestone, a special exhibition, “Miffy 70th Anniversary Exhibition,”…