{"id":1127,"date":"2024-12-05T06:56:02","date_gmt":"2024-12-05T06:56:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/urbanbrochure.com\/tokyo\/?p=1127"},"modified":"2025-03-07T08:32:22","modified_gmt":"2025-03-07T08:32:22","slug":"best-things-to-do-in-tokyo-january-2025","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/urbanbrochure.com\/tokyo\/best-things-to-do-in-tokyo-january-2025\/","title":{"rendered":"Best Things to Do in Tokyo – January 2025"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Yoshitomo Nara (\u5948\u826f\u7f8e\u667a) ‘Draws the Line’ at BLUM Tokyo<\/a><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Tokyo\u2019s vibrant art scene welcomes the latest exhibition of acclaimed Japanese artist Yoshitomo Nara (\u5948\u826f\u7f8e\u667a), I Draw the Line<\/em>, hosted at BLUM Tokyo\u2019s Shibuya gallery. Running until January 11, 2025, the solo exhibition showcases a fresh suite of paintings and drawings that merge Nara\u2019s iconic style with deeper environmental and socio-political narratives.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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“Sakura Momoko Exhibition” in Tokyo Roppongi, Featuring About 300 Works Including “Chibi Maruko-chan” Color Illustrations & Handwritten Manuscripts<\/a><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The “Sakura Momoko Exhibition” will be held at Tokyo’s Mori Arts Center Gallery from October 5, 2024, to January 5, 2025. It will feature around 300 works, including original illustrations and manuscripts from “Chibi Maruko-chan” and other creations by Sakura Momoko. The exhibition offers a nostalgic journey through themed sections, celebrating her career as a manga artist, essayist, and screenwriter, and includes exclusive merchandise and a themed caf\u00e9.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Junaida “World” Original Art Exhibition<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Celebrated illustrator junaida brings his acclaimed picture book Sekai<\/em> (World) to life in an extraordinary exhibition. Running for a limited time, this unique showcase invites visitors to experience the magic of Sekai<\/em> through a bold and innovative concept: just two original illustrations are on display.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Monet: The Late Waterscapes<\/a><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This exhibition represents the largest gathering of Monet\u2019s \u201cWater Lilies\u201d ever seen in Japan. The 64 paintings include some 50 items from the collection of the Mus\u00e9e Marmottan Monet in Paris, which are shown alongside works from the National Museum of Western Art, Tokyo and other Japanese collections.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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100 years of Phototypesetting<\/a><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

An ongoing exhibition in Tokyo delves into this revolutionary technology, celebrating its history and its enduring impact on typography and beyond. This exhibition offers visitors a chance to explore phototypesetting’s pivotal role in shaping the printed word as we know it today.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Appearance of \u201cThe Tale of Genji\u201d Revival of the classics<\/a><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The world-renowned Japanese classic, The Tale of Genji<\/em>, is being celebrated in a unique and immersive exhibition in Tokyo this winter. Running from September 25, 2024, to January 13, 2025, this event offers visitors an extraordinary opportunity to explore the cultural significance and enduring appeal of what is often considered the world’s first novel.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Hello Kitty Exhibition – As I Change, Kitty Changes Too<\/a><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The “Hello Kitty Exhibition – As I Change, Kitty Changes Too” celebrates Hello Kitty’s 50th anniversary, running from November 1, 2024, to February 24, 2025, at the Tokyo National Museum’s Hyokeikan. It showcases the evolution of this global icon, featuring the largest collection of Hello Kitty merchandise, exclusive artist collaborations, and interactive photo spots. The exhibition explores her lasting cultural impact and connection with fans worldwide.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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World Book Design 2023-24<\/a><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

From December 14, 2024, to March 23, 2025, Tokyo will host an extraordinary showcase of global book artistry at the World Book Design 2023-24<\/em> exhibition. Held at a venue renowned for celebrating creative excellence, this event promises an immersive journey into the evolving trends and timeless craftsmanship of book design.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Ryuichi Sakamoto (\u5742\u672c\u9f8d\u4e00) | Seeing Sound, Hearing Time<\/a><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Museum of Contemporary Art Tokyo (MOT) is hosting a remarkable tribute to one of Japan\u2019s most iconic and innovative artists with the exhibition Ryuichi Sakamoto | seeing sound, hearing time<\/em>. Running now at MOT, this exhibition celebrates the unparalleled career of composer, artist, and activist Ryuichi Sakamoto (\u5742\u672c\u9f8d\u4e00) (1952\u20132023), showcasing his groundbreaking contributions to music, art, and environmental activism.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Leo Lionni and his Circle of Friends<\/a><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Tokyo\u2019s Itabashi Art Museum is hosting a captivating exhibition that delves into the life and works of Leo Lionni (1910\u20131999), a multidisciplinary artist, designer, and children\u2019s book author whose creations have enthralled audiences for over six decades. Best known for his iconic books like Swimmy<\/em> and Little Blue and Little Yellow<\/em>, Lionni’s artistic legacy spans from abstract painting to graphic design and storytelling. This retrospective, titled \u201cLeo Lionni and His Circle of Friends\u201d, provides an in-depth exploration of his artistic journey, influences, and collaborations across Europe and the United States.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Yoshitomo Nara (\u5948\u826f\u7f8e\u667a) ‘Draws the Line’ at BLUM Tokyo Tokyo\u2019s vibrant art scene welcomes the latest exhibition of acclaimed Japanese artist Yoshitomo Nara (\u5948\u826f\u7f8e\u667a), I Draw the Line, hosted at BLUM Tokyo\u2019s Shibuya gallery. Running until January 11, 2025, the solo exhibition showcases a fresh suite of paintings and drawings that merge Nara\u2019s iconic style […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[85],"tags":[79],"class_list":["post-1127","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-best-things-to-do-in-tokyo","tag-things-to-do-in-tokyo"],"aioseo_notices":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/urbanbrochure.com\/tokyo\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1127","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/urbanbrochure.com\/tokyo\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/urbanbrochure.com\/tokyo\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/urbanbrochure.com\/tokyo\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/urbanbrochure.com\/tokyo\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=1127"}],"version-history":[{"count":12,"href":"https:\/\/urbanbrochure.com\/tokyo\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1127\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":1486,"href":"https:\/\/urbanbrochure.com\/tokyo\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1127\/revisions\/1486"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/urbanbrochure.com\/tokyo\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=1127"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/urbanbrochure.com\/tokyo\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=1127"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/urbanbrochure.com\/tokyo\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=1127"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}