Art Exhibitions in Tokyo

The Ainu and the Expositions: 150 Years of Experience

Sat, 20 Jun 2026 · All day

National Crafts Museum

Art

Explore 150 years of Ainu archaeology, history and folklore in a major exhibition at the National Ainu Museum. This immersive show traces evolving expositions of Ainu culture and identity, presented in a contemporary museum setting in Shiraoi.

Western-Style Architecture in Japan

Tue, 23 Jun 2026 · All day

Edo-Tokyo Museum

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Explore Western-style architecture in Japan through a curated Edo-Tokyo Museum exhibition. The show traces influences, adaptations, and design trends with drawings, models, and multimedia displays, highlighting cross-cultural exchange from the late 19th century onward.

Ettore Sottsass: Design begins where magic begins

Tue, 23 Jun 2026 · All day

Artizon Museum

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Explore the pioneering design of Ettore Sottsass in this exhibition at Artizon Museum. Spanning his postwar Italian work through the vibrant Memphis era, the show reveals how form and magic intersect in his groundbreaking pieces. On view June 23–October 4, 2026, in Tokyo.

Painting Exhibition

Tue, 23 Jun 2026 · All day

Tokyo Metropolitan Theatre Theater West

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Painting exhibition at Tokyo Metropolitan Theatre Gallery 1, showcasing contemporary works. Runs June 23–28, 2026, with the venue offering a curated viewing experience in an intimate theatre-gallery space.

Tokyo Dog Show 2026

Fri, 26 Jun 2026 · All day

Makuhari Messe

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Tokyo Dog Show 2026 at Makuhari Messe runs June 26–28, 2026, featuring canine exhibitions, breed showcases, grooming demos, and vendor booths. A premier, family-friendly event for dog lovers with demonstrations, competitions, and insights for prospective owners.

Exhibition [calligraphy]

Fri, 26 Jun 2026 · All day

Tokyo Metropolitan Theatre Theater West

Art

An immersive calligraphy exhibition at Tokyo Metropolitan Theatre Atelier East, running June 26–28, 2026. Explore refined brushwork and script across a curated display inside a modern theatre complex, blending traditional ink art with contemporary gallery presentation.

Unraveling the Mysteries of Ancient Egypt

Sat, 27 Jun 2026 · All day

Oita Prefectural Art Museum

Art

Discover the Mysteries of Ancient Egypt as artifacts from the Brooklyn Museum travel to Nagano Prefectural Art Museum. This exhibition blends archaeology, history, and folklore to illuminate daily life along the Nile, on view through September 27, 2026.

Picture Book Artist Yoshikazu Takai's Happy World

Sat, 27 Jun 2026 · All day

Hiroki Oda Museum of Art

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Step into Yoshikazu Takai's Happy World at the Hiratsuka Museum of Art. This exhibition presents Takai's enchanting picture-book artwork—original illustrations, character designs, and story panels—inviting families and art lovers to wander a whimsical, book-inspired universe through September 6, 2026.

Van Gogh and the Impressionists

Sat, 4 Jul 2026 · All day

Abeno Harukas Art Museum

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Experience Van Gogh and the Impressionists in an immersive indoor exhibition at Abeno Harukas Art Museum in Osaka, gathering iconic works from late 19th-century masters. Open through September 9, 2026, this show connects Van Gogh’s bold palettes with insightful curatorial storytelling.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

36th Finetech Japan Expo

Wed, 30 Sept 2026 · All day

Makuhari Messe

Art

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.

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.

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.

Sex in Nature: Mechanisms, Evolution, and Biodiversity

Sat, 31 Oct 2026 · All day

National Museum of Nature and Science

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An immersive exhibition at the National Museum of Nature and Science in Tokyo, exploring mechanisms of sex in nature, evolution, and biodiversity. Through engaging displays, it ties biology to mating strategies across species, highlighting how reproductive biology shapes life on Earth.

Mariko Mori

Sat, 31 Oct 2026 · All day

Mori no Museum

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An immersive solo exhibition by Mariko Mori at Mori Art Museum in Tokyo, presenting luminous contemporary installations and multimedia works that explore identity, spirituality, and futurism. The show blends dreamlike imagery with glossy surfaces and provocative narratives.

Tokyo International Art Fair (TIAF)

Fri, 27 Nov 2026 · All day

Zerotokyo

Art

Tokyo International Art Fair (TIAF) brings together 100 artists from 40+ countries for a global showcase of contemporary and modern art in Tokyo. The event features original paintings, sculptures, photography, illustrations, and jewelry in a bustling trade-show style exhibition.

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