Art Events & Exhibitions in Tokyo

特別展「いきもの超ワールド展 国立科学博物館×ダーウィンが来た!」

Sat, 11 Jul 2026 · All day

国立科学博物館

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Explore the living world in a special exhibition at Tokyo's National Museum of Nature and Science. Ikimonoworld, a collaboration with the TV program 'Darwin ga Kita!', examines biodiversity, evolution, and the wonders of life with immersive displays appealing to families and science enthusiasts.

Super Amazing World of Life

Sat, 11 Jul 2026 · All day

National Museum of Nature and Science

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Dive into the Super Amazing World of Life at Tokyo’s National Museum of Nature and Science. This nature-and-science exhibition runs through Oct 12, 2026, offering interactive displays and vivid specimens that illuminate Earth's living systems.

Hello Kitty Exhibition As I change, so does she.

Fri, 17 Jul 2026 · All day

Oita Prefectural Art Museum

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Hello Kitty illustration exhibition at the Oita Prefectural Art Museum exploring identity and transformation with the theme 'As I change, so does she.' Open July 17–September 23, 2026, this show blends kawaii charm with contemporary drawing in a bright gallery setting.

Ghibli Park Exhibition

Sat, 18 Jul 2026 · All day

K Art Gallery

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Ghibli Park Exhibition at ATC Gallery showcases sculpture, installation art and animation inspired by Studio Ghibli's worlds. Running July 18–September 26, 2026 in Tokyo, it combines tangible artworks with moving-image pieces in a playful gallery setting.

Project N 103 Shiori Higashiyama

Sat, 18 Jul 2026 · All day

Tokyo Opera City Art Gallery

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Project N 103: Shiori Higashiyama presents a painting-focused exhibition at Tokyo Opera City Art Gallery. The show runs from 18 July to 23 September 2026, offering a contemporary collection in a sleek gallery setting.

Nontan 50th Anniversary Exhibition

Sat, 18 Jul 2026 · All day

Play! Museum

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Celebrate Nontan’s 50th anniversary with a museum exhibition at Play! Museum in Tokyo. The show features original picture-book art, panels, and interactive displays tracing the character’s four-decade history, running July 18, 2026 through September 27, 2026 and inviting families and fans for a nostalgic, kid-friendly experience.

Views of This Place: 100th Anniversary Exhibition

Thu, 23 Jul 2026 · All day

Tokyo Metropolitan Art Museum

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A painting-focused exhibition commemorating the 100th anniversary of the Tokyo Metropolitan Art Museum, presenting works tied to Views of This Place from Ueno, Omuta, and Buenos Aires. Housed in Tokyo's historic museum, the show surveys landscapes and city views across eras, on display through October 7, 2026.

See Art the Geidai Way

Fri, 24 Jul 2026 · All day

The University Art Museum - Tokyo University of the Arts

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See Art the Geidai Way showcases Nihonga and Ukiyo-e painting with sculpture at The University Art Museum (Tokyo University of the Arts). Explore traditional Japanese arts in a modern gallery setting, with works drawn from Geidai’s collection and faculty. The exhibition runs through September 23, 2026.

Marie Antoinette Style

Sat, 1 Aug 2026 · All day

Yokohama Museum of Art

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A painting-focused exhibition at Yokohama Museum of Art exploring Marie Antoinette-inspired portraits and the era’s fashion mood, from classic canvases to contemporary reinterpretations. The show runs through November 23, 2026.

Learning from 'Hōjōki': Tiny Architecture Reweaves Life

Fri, 28 Aug 2026 · All day

21_21 Design Sight

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At Tokyo's 21_21 Design Sight, Learning from Hōjōki: Tiny Architecture Reweaves Life presents architecture-focused installations that reimagine scale, life, and the built environment. The show runs through January 11, 2027, inviting visitors to explore how tiny forms can reshape everyday spaces.

Shunsui Sumitomo 100 Years On— Fortunate Encounters with the Sumitomo Modern Art Collection

Sat, 29 Aug 2026 · All day

Sen-Oku Hakukokan Museum Tokyo

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Explore a century of Sumitomo modern art through Shunsui Sumitomo's paintings at Sen-Oku Hakukokan Museum Tokyo. The show surveys highlights from the Sumitomo Modern Art Collection, tracing early to contemporary works on display through October 12, 2026.

Living & Design 2026: Exhibition & Conference

Fri, 4 Sept 2026 · All day

Tokyo Big Sight (Tokyo International Exhibition Center)

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Living & Design 2026 at Tokyo Big Sight is a three-day expo and conference for designers, architects, and home-lovers. Explore the latest in living and interior design across Sept 2–4 in Tokyo, featuring pavilions, product launches, and expert talks in a vibrant indoor venue.

Synchronic Constellation: Cross-boundary Perspectives in Art

Sat, 5 Sept 2026 · All day

Museum of Contemporary Art Tokyo

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Synchronic Constellation: Cross-boundary Perspectives in Art is a major group exhibition at the Museum of Contemporary Art Tokyo, presenting painting, video and film works that cross media. Theme-driven works run from Sep 5 to Dec 13, 2026, offering a contemplative look at contemporary practice.

Ceramics Japan Tokyo 11th Edition at Makuhari Messe

Wed, 30 Sept 2026 · All day

Makuhari Messe

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Multi-day ceramics expo in Tokyo at Makuhari Messe for the 11th Ceramics Japan Tokyo. Sep 30–Oct 2, 2026 features leading ceramic artists, live demos, and design-forward works across the venue, offering a vibrant glimpse into contemporary ceramic arts.

17th Highly-functional Material Week Tokyo

Wed, 30 Sept 2026 · All day

Makuhari Messe

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Experience the 17th Highly-functional Material Week Tokyo at Makuhari Messe, a leading expo of advanced functional materials. The multi-day exhibition (Sept 30–Oct 2, 2026) showcases industry-ready products, research breakthroughs, and tech demos for engineers, researchers, and buyers.

36th Finetech Japan Expo

Wed, 30 Sept 2026 · All day

Makuhari Messe

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The 36th Finetech Japan is a major technology exhibition at Makuhari Messe, bringing together leading firms to showcase the latest in electronics, components, and advanced manufacturing. Over three days (Sept 30–Oct 2, 2026), it offers hands-on demos, expert talks, and networking for professionals driving Japan’s tech industry.

3rd Green Process Japan Exhibition

Wed, 30 Sept 2026 · All day

Makuhari Messe

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The 3rd Green Process Japan exhibition at Makuhari Messe showcases eco-friendly processes and environmental technologies from Japanese and international exhibitors. This multi-day event (Sept 30 – Oct 2, 2026) offers industry insights, product demos, and networking for professionals in sustainability.

The Ainu and the Expositions 150 years of experience

Tue, 6 Oct 2026 · All day

National Museum of Japanese History

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An immersive museum exhibition at the National Museum of Japanese History traces 150 years of Ainu experience through archaeology, history, and folklore. The display highlights artifacts and stories across generations, running through November 29, 2026.

2026.10.9(Fri.)GARDEX 2026

Wed, 7 Oct 2026 · All day

Makuhari Messe

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GARDEX 2026 is a three-day trade and exhibition held at Makuhari Messe in Chiba, Oct 7–9, 2026. This professional expo gathers exhibitors and attendees from the exhibitions industry to showcase latest technologies, services, and trends, with networking opportunities and on-site demos.

9th Elderly Care & Welfare Expo

Wed, 7 Oct 2026 · All day

Makuhari Messe

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Explore cutting-edge products and services for aging populations at the 9th Elderly Care & Welfare Expo, held Oct 7–9, 2026 at Makuhari Messe, Chiba. This indoor expo gathers healthcare providers, suppliers, and policymakers for exhibitions, seminars, and networking in the heart of the Tokyo area.

Project N 104 Ai Tanaka

Sat, 17 Oct 2026 · All day

Tokyo Opera City Art Gallery

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A solo painting exhibition by Ai Tanaka at Tokyo Opera City Art Gallery, presenting new works from Project N 104. The show pairs bold color fields with intimate brushwork, inviting reflection on contemporary painting through December 20, 2026.

Dan Graham

Sat, 17 Oct 2026 · All day

Tokyo Opera City Art Gallery

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Dan Graham presents a sculpture-focused exhibition at Tokyo Opera City Art Gallery. The show runs through December 20, 2026 and spotlights Graham’s minimalist, architectural sculptures that fuse art and space.

竹久夢二 時代を創る表現者

Fri, 23 Oct 2026 · All day

National Museum Of Western Art, Tokyo

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National Museum of Modern Art, Tokyo (MOMAT) presents an exhibition on Takehisa Yumeji, a pivotal figure who shaped early 20th-century modern Japanese aesthetics with painting, illustration, and design. The show surveys his expressive imagery, diverse media, and influence across literature and fashion.

The Strangers’ Gaze Japanese Artists in Europe

Sat, 24 Oct 2026 · All day

Artizon Museum

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Explore cross-cultural perspectives in painting as Japanese artists exhibit in Europe at the Artizon Museum. The Strangers’ Gaze runs through January 31, 2027, presenting a diverse selection of works that illuminate dialogue between Japanese art and European contexts.

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