Two hours would be about right but depending on your interests you could spend a day. The shop is great, too, and you can always take a break for lunch or a snack and return refreshed! I saw Ogata Kourin's Wind God and Thunder God [an almost manga-like bright painting on a folding screen (pls Google search) but the and genius of composition was easily understandable], actually for the first time last month although I had been a frequent visitor to TNM). Central Location?Good bar to watch rugby match Ireland v All Blacks"Q:Approximately how long does it take to look around TNM?http://www.tripadvisor.com/pages/forums_posting_guidelines.html6 hour evening layover at Haneda with kids 9-11Members who are knowledgeable about this destination and volunteer their time to answer travelers' questions.I'll want to see the Japanese Gallery (Honkan), the Gallery of Horyuji Treasures and possibly the Asian Gallery (Hotels near National Museum of Western ArtTokyo National Museum - time for visitingLuggage storage for a day in between staysI know that it greatly depends on personal interests and on time spent admiring single works on exhibit, so it's difficult to give an answer, but I'll try asking my question: how long does it take, on average, to have an enjoyable visit of the This is the version of our website addressed to speakers of Like the Toyokan, the House of Horyuji Treasures know how to present the exhibits properly with dim lighting etc to let you concentrate on the details of the exhibit. Edo-Tokyo Museum. They seem identical at first but are all obviously different with different stories and ideas behind them.I guess I'll be satisfied with a visit lasting a couple of hours.Hotels near Asakusa Culture Tourist Information CenterThis topic has been closed to new posts due to inactivity. It was originally established in 1972 at Yushima Seido Shrine and moved to its current location in Ueno Park a few years later. Get answers to your questions about Taito We remove posts that do not follow our posting guidelines, and we reserve the right to remove any post for any reason.www.tnm.jp/modules/r_free_page/index.php…Transportation for 7 Days in Tokyo, Kyoto, and HakoneHotels near Nakamise Shopping Street (Kaminarimon)Getting to Narita Airport. It's a bit expensive but they have really beautiful things.Taking it leisurely, 2 hours would give you an overview, but I wouldn't be surprised if some of the exhibits enchanted you and you stayed longer.Is there anywhere to store large suitcases ?This is the version of our website addressed to speakers of You can see the collection in the main building in 60-90 minutes. There are always additional exhibits as well.Is there any guided tour around the museum?Map updates are paused. From Buddhism to Samurai to Noh (traditional theater), they have art and sculpture to leave you mesmerized. The Honkan looks like needing a fix work as displays are getting a bit too old and not too accommodating to non-Japanese visitors (I predict a temporary closure in the upcoming years). Spend a day or more with the treasures of Tokyo National Museum. Not just history but modern art also has a special place at the museum. Too good to miss, so take your time.An hour minimum and up to three. Save some time for the museum gift shop. "There might be 1-2 special exhibitions in the Honkan and Heiseikan at the same time (the Chinese civilization exhibit last year was very impressive; the Enku wooden carvings was hard to appreciate for me). See all 18 Tokyo National Museum tickets and tours on Tripadvisor If you would like to take time looking carefully, a whole day may not be enough. How long should we plan to stay in this museum?Do you have to wear slippers in the museum? That said, TNM has enough to interest people for a few hours. I think 2-2.5 hours. Re: Tokyo National Museum - time for visiting Hi Yobeekool, thanks for the very articulate reply!Hotels with Complimentary Breakfast in TaitoOh, I've just found an answer to my own question in the FAQ section of the museum's website:Go on a weekday (except Monday) if possible to TNM, as it gets crowded on Sat/Sun afternoons. Museen in Tokio: Schauen Sie sich Bewertungen und Fotos von 10 Museen in Tokio, Präfektur Tokio auf Tripadvisor an. What might be called a disappointment is that there aren't many if any proper Nihonga picture displays (have to go to other places). If you book with Tripadvisor, you can cancel at least 24 hours before the start date of your tour for a full refund. This is one of the best national museums in Tokyo that offer interesting things, looking at the history and culture of Japan from 1603-1868. There are always additional exhibits as well. If yes, do they provide the slippers or do you have to...Get quick answers from Tokyo National Museum staff and past visitors.Two hours would be about right but depending on your interests you could spend a day. About a third of the "permanent" collection in Honkan reshuffles every 4-5 months (actually I am founding out that those that reshuffle are most valuable and interesting exhibits. Tokyo National Museum is ranked #1 out of 14 things to do in Tokyo. If they show a special exhibition in Heiseikan on Japanese art like Nihonga, I suggest seeing it, as Any good Experiences with Hostels in Japan?I am a fan of this museum, visiting once in a season. See pictures and our review of Tokyo National Museum. I think 2-2.5 hours. You may need to plan your visit most suitable for your purposes, hours to spend and physical strength to walk. The Tokyo National Museum (東京国立博物館, Tōkyō Kokuritsu Hakubutsukan) is the oldest and largest of Japan's top-level national museums, which also include the Kyoto National Museum, the Nara National Museum and the Kyushu National Museum.