Tokyo National Museum, Main and Asian Galleries, Japan
The Tokyo National Museum (TNM) is Japan’s oldest and largest museum, showcasing a vast collection of art, archaeology, and cultural treasures.
Tokyo National Museum: 13-9 Uenokoen, Taito City, Tokyo 110-8712, Japan
Date Picture Taken: September, 2024
Its key attractions include the Honkan (Japanese Art), Toyokan (Asian Art), and Heiseikan (Archaeology and Exhibitions). Highlights range from samurai armor and Buddhist artifacts to Korean ceramics and ancient Asian treasures. Seasonal gardens, cultural events, and special exhibitions enhance the experience. It’s a must-visit for history and art enthusiasts.
This post shows the Japanese and other Asian Arts
The main building
A side building which was closed for visiting
The main building where Japanese Art is displayed
I went into the main building, but the main building did not have a place to eat, so I got to a side building where Asian Art other than Japanese art is displayed and had lunch.
After lunch, I started to see the Asian arts (other than Japanese Art) first because I was already in that building.
Chinese Art
Indian Art
Western Regions Art
West Asian Art
Egyptian Art
Chinese Art
There were many more Asian arts, but I needed to go to the main building to see a timed exhibition.
However, the timed exhibition would take too long to see, so I decided to skip it and visit the permanent exhibition of Japanese Art.
Japanese Art
Ancient Art
Arrival of Buddhism
National Treasure Gallery
Arts of Buddhism
Paintings of the Twelve Devas
Mandala of the Principle of Wisdom Sutra
The Arts of the Imperial Court
Zen and Ink Painting
Lacquerware
Arms and Armor of the Samurai
Paintings and Folding Screens
Decorative Arts
Lacquerware of the Edo Period
Japanese Ceramics
Painting and Calligraphy
Performing Arts
The Art of Fashion
Kuroda Seiki and the Pioneers of Modern Japanese Painting
Sculpture
Lacquerware
Armor
Metalwork
Swords
Ceramics
Masks
Historical Records
Ainu and Ryukyu
