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6 BEST ART MUSEUMS
IN TOKYO

You’ve created “Kawaii” food art.
Now, let’s explore Tokyo’s world-class art scene near Akasaka & Roppongi.

Museums Near Our Studio

Did you know? Akasaka and Roppongi are part of Tokyo’s “Art Triangle.”
Since our studio is right in the middle of it,
here are 6 great art spots you can easily visit before or after your class.

Digital Art 2-4 min walk

teamLab Borderless

Museum without a map

The world-famous immersive digital art museum in Azabudai Hills. A must-visit experience where art moves and interacts with you. Perfect for rainy days!

STAFF POINT: Extremely popular! “Book ahead” is highly recommended.
Access: Kamiyacho Exit 5 (2 min) / Roppongi-itchome Exit 2 (4 min)
Modern Art 53rd Floor

Mori Art Museum

King of Modern Art

The iconic museum of Roppongi Hills. Located on the 53rd floor, you can enjoy cutting-edge modern art and the “Tokyo City View” observation deck together.

STAFF POINT: Great for evening visits! Enjoy art and the stunning night view of Tokyo Tower.
Access: Roppongi Station (Exit 1C) via Museum Cone
Architecture Giant Space

The National Art Center, Tokyo

Architecture itself is Art

Famous for its beautiful wavy glass facade designed by Kisho Kurokawa. It has one of the largest exhibition spaces in Japan.

STAFF POINT: Exhibitions change regularly. Check the “Current Exhibition” on their site!
Access: Nogizaka Station (Exit 6) Direct Access

More Museums Worth a Visit

All three are inside Tokyo Midtown or a short walk from Toranomon.

🍵 Traditional Art
Suntory Museum of Art

Suntory Museum of Art

Japanese art and everyday design, inside Tokyo Midtown’s Galleria. Closed Tuesdays; open until 20:00 on Fri & Sat.

~15 min walk (Tokyo Midtown)
📐 Design
21_21 DESIGN SIGHT

21_21 DESIGN SIGHT

A design museum in the Midtown Garden, designed by Tadao Ando & Issey Miyake. Closed Tuesdays.

~15 min walk (Tokyo Midtown)
🏺 Antiquities
Okura Museum of Art

Okura Museum of Art

Japan’s oldest private art museum (founded 1917), with Japanese & East Asian antiquities. Closed Mondays.

~10 min walk (Toranomon)

Museum-Hopping Tips from Our Akasaka Studio

Rainy Days
WEATHER

Perfect Choice

Museums are the best activity for rainy days in Tokyo.

Night Art
EVENING

Open Late

Mori Art Museum & Suntory Museum often open until 20:00. Check hours!

Design
SHOP

Cool Souvenirs

Museum shops have high-quality, unique Japanese gifts.

Photo
SPOT

Architecture

Don’t forget to take photos of the unique buildings too!

EASY ACCESS TO OUR CLASS

🎨 Our studio is 1 subway stop from teamLab & Mori Art Museum (Roppongi-itchome / Roppongi) 🖼️ Suntory Museum, 21_21 DESIGN SIGHT & Okura Museum are all a 20–30 min walk away 📍 Full Route Guide →
Your Museum Day Starts Here

Bento First,
Museums After.

Join the class our guests build their gallery day around—then explore teamLab, Mori Art, and the rest of the Art Triangle.

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