Top 5 Art Museums in Japan

1-1 Maihama, Urayasu, Chiba 279-0031, Japan

“I was wowed with the dining experience! My young kiddos loved it and enjoyed the food greatly. We did not know it is a fine dining restaurant. They have kids menu, and the food was fantastic, even for the kids set. The service staff noticed that the kids like the bread rolls and came over at least twice to ask if they would like more. Spent a lovely time here and would definitely like to be back!”

Japan, 〒689-4434 Tottori, Hino District, Kofu, Okawara, 1531-29 鍵１５３１−２９

“I visited during the best time to see the autumn leaves, and I could see the impressive southern wall of Mt. Daisen and the autumn leaves. The autumn leaves looked even more beautiful when illuminated by the setting sun 🍁”

Japan, 〒606-8435 Kyoto, Sakyo Ward, Nanzenji Fukuchicho, 86−８

“It is a beautiful temple with a beautiful garden on the right side facing Nanzenji.”

4 Chome-10-28 Higashi, Shibuya City, Tokyo 150-8440, Japan

“I walk for twenty minutes to come here and what I've got is a sign of "close irregularly". I don't think it is friendly for tourist.”

3 Chome-1-53 Takigashira, Isogo Ward, Yokohama, Kanagawa 235-0012, Japan

“No, I'm surprised. It was extremely fulfilling. I went on a weekday, so I was able to take my time to see it, but it seems to be crowded on weekends. It was nice to be able to ride a real streetcar, but there were so many exhibit panels that I didn't have enough time to read them all. The driving simulation was surprisingly difficult! Adults can also enjoy it.”

1439-1 Kawana, Itō, Shizuoka 414-0044, Japan

“It's not a very large facility, but I was able to hear the pipe organ and music box playing in the church. I was impressed by the pipe organ performance. It was a sunny day, so the sun was shining through the stained glass, making it very beautiful. It's a perfect place for adults to visit.”

645-6 Yufuincho Kawakita, Yufu, Oita 879-5114, Japan

“Ultra amazing experience at Iwashita collection. The owner MR Iwashita, age 68 (2019) is still working at the shop we managed to have a short chat with him. There are many different themes of display and staff are very knowledgeable and take pride in their collection. Definitely worth making a trip here. There are many vintage and retro items for sale too.”

671-1 Ihara, Itoman, Okinawa 901-0344, Japan

“In order to pass on the memory of war and the importance of peace to future generations, please be sure to stop by when you come to Okinawa.”

Japan, 〒153-0041 Tokyo, Meguro City, Komaba, 4 Chome−3−55 旧前田侯爵邸洋館

“Vast, no expense spared mansion of a figure at the heart of Japan's noble and military establishment. House blends English and Japanese style. Wouldn't merit a special trip by itself, but near to the Folk Arts museum and Komaba Museum, and amidst an affluent neighbourhood of nice houses. I found it a pleasant excursion.”

Kitayama-158 Misawa, Aomori 033-0022, Japan

“You can see airplanes, experience zero gravity in space, and experience science experiments. It was a facility that adults could also be excited about 🎵”

1 Chome-2-1 Shinko, Naka Ward, Yokohama, Kanagawa 231-0001, Japan

“Small, but fascinating Japan Coast Guard museum, housing a North Korean vessel and its story.”

48 Noboriojicho, Nara, 630-8213, Japan

“[Visited on 12/30/2023] ★Admission fee can only be paid in cash★ Although it was a short stay, there were many other things to see besides the Asura statue. The pamphlet costs an additional 100 yen. The museum shop is also well stocked. I would like to visit again if I have time.”

Japan, 〒929-0126 Ishikawa, Nomi, Yamaguchimachi, ２８−１−夕５８

“Really great museum, definitely worth the trip. Not that easy to get there since there are few regular buses from Nomineagari station area. I liked to see the wall with cards of every home run (507).”

2474-6 Daimachi, Moka, Tochigi 321-4306, Japan

“Fun with my children”

1 Chome-2-7 Nekozane, Urayasu, Chiba 279-0004, Japan

“It is a free museum to visit. They have English guide pamphlet, too, to help you understand the exhibition. There are many volunteers (i guess) roaming around the area of traditional houses of fishermen's town. You may enter all the buildings except for the staff office. You may open all the drawers inside the buildings, too. If you can speak Japanese very well, the volunteers usually will approach you and explain the exhibition you are approaching. Very helpful and informative. I really like this museum. Especially since you can get here by taking the osanpo bus or bus for sightseeing, for a cheap price. Recommend to go on weekdays because of the small size of the bus.”

Japan, 〒516-0042 Mie, Ise, Toyokawacho, 前野126-1 外宮域内

“Very beautiful museum on the history and making of Ise Shrine. Educational for knowledge oriented travelers. No photography inside the museum though. The building and the garden itself will be suffice to make an impression on your journey.”

11 Naitomachi, Shinjuku City, Tokyo 160-0014, Japan

“Definitely worth a visit when you are in the park! We visited during winter and we're sad because the park seemed a bit dry, but the greenhouse was a pleasant surprise. Being inside the greenhouse, you are truly exported into a tropical rainforest where you feel like you are not in Japan anymore. The greenhouse is full of plants that are so unique and truly impressed me! Very calming too!”

2252-2, Naoshima, Kagawa District, Kagawa 761-3110, Japan

“Such a beautiful space and interesting concept. A cute mini onsen filled with art. You pay for the use through a vending machine (you can also buy towels if you don’t have one with you - a towel is required to use the baths). The owners are really friendly and they accept people with tattoos. Also check out the souvenirs you can buy too.”

Japan, 〒160-8588 Tokyo, Shinjuku City, Shinanomachi, ８

“Being a Bharat Soka Gakkai member it was a pleasant surprise to visit this museum. Most unusual musical set I have ever seen. It demands a visit whenever you visit Tokyo.”

3-1 Dewamachi, Kanazawa, Ishikawa 920-0963, Japan

“In terms of words, I have heard of Kaga Hyakumangoku and Maeda's Lord, but I was able to learn about it in a fun and easy-to-understand manner. Nowadays with Shinkansen and airplanes, we can understand the difficulty of sankin kotai. I felt that history is still very much alive in Ishikawa Prefecture and is deeply rooted in our daily lives.”