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Guide for the Tokyo National Museum in the Ueno Park
The Tokyo National Museum in the Ueno park is the most famous museum in Japan. The main building exhibits various kinds of Japanese arts from thousands BC to the early 20th century. In this tour, I will mainly show you the second floor of the main building and explain the characteristics and historical background of Japanese art using illustrations I made.
Meeting Point
JR Ueno station, Park Exit (3rd floor)
JR Ueno station, Park Exit
Meet the guide
Tokyo National Museum main building
Appreciate the exhibits mainly on the second floor.
room : contents
1-1 : Ancient art
1-2 : The arrival of Buddhism
2 : National treasure
3-1 : The arts of Buddhism
3-2 : The arts of the imperial court
3-3 : Zen and ink painting
4 : Tea ceremony
5,6 : Arms and armor of the samurai 12-19th century
7 : Paintings of folding screen or sliding door
8 : Decorative arts 16-19th century
9 : Noh or Kabuki Costume
10-1: The art of fashion 17-19th century
10-2: The art of Ukiyoe 17-19th century
JR Ueno station, Park Exit
Tour ends
Ending Point
JR Ueno station, Park Exit (3rd floor)
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Inclusions & Exclusions
guide fee
entrance fee, lunch
Tour Important Information
・Ueno Station is a very large station with many exits, and always crowded with people. Please read the information board carefully so as not to get lost.
・ If you are anxious for meeting up , I will pick you up at your accommodation (with additional fee ).
・ It takes about 10 minutes to walk from Ueno station to the museum and the museum is large. Please come in comfortable clothing and shoes.
・ As the museum changes its exhibits every two weeks, the same artworks shown in the photo may not be seen.
・ The museum opens from AM9:30 to PM5:00. The last departure time of this tour is PM2:00.
・ Lunch is not included.
・ You must pay your entrance fee of the museum ;
1000yen for Adults
500yen for University students:
Free for High/Junior High/Elementary School Students and persons under 18 and over 70 ( You must show your ID such as passport or student ID).
Important message from the guide
Transportation fee, entrance fee and lunch of you and a guide during the tour will be paid by the customer .
Tour charges start at meeting timeな.
Tours are not covered by travel insurance.
Cancellation Policy
- Free cancellation - 8 days prior to meeting time
- 50% Refund - 3 to 7 days prior to meeting time
- No Refund - Within 2 day(s) prior to meeting time
Tokyo Tour Reviews
“our tour was short but truly memorable”
We had a wonderful time going around with Noriko. She was patient and helped us make a tour suited for the family. We went around Tsukiji Market and was able to eat some really good fresh seafood. My little girl was able to wear a Kimono around Asakusa and spend the day like a cute little Japanese Girl. We wish we had more hours and days to go around with her. I think going around other parts of Tokyo with Noriko would be fun! Until the next trip to Tokyo!!
Noriko K.
(1 reviews)Thank you so much for your great review, Michelle. I was very happy to spent time with you, especially with your cute kids. Your girl was fascinated by the people around her in Asakusa. I hope you will come to Japan again and if you'd like, let me introduce you other interesting spots. Japan is full of attractive things and places. I'm looking forward to seeing you again.
