Chihiro Art Museum Tokyo
Museums
Day Trip
Art
A questionnaire is available on the website that may be printed out and returned to the museum completed for a discount on admission.
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Lunch
Chihiro Art Museum Tokyo
Children's Book Illustrations
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4-7-2 Shimo Shakujii Nerima-ku Tokyo, Kanto 177-0042 |
+81 (0)3 3995 0612 Fax: +81 (0)3 3995 0680 |
Description
Artwork from one of Japan's best-known illustrators of children's books forms the bulk of the museum's collection. Primarily a memorial to Chihiro Iwasaki (1918-1974) the museum was founded in 1977 on the site of her studio (which has been restored). The collection includes examples of her personal books and correspondence. Displays are changed six times a year. The permanent collection consists of some 8,000 original works, including early sketches. Recently, the museum has sponsored exhibits featuring picture books from overseas artists as well as other Japanese illustrators.
Times & Dates
Open Hours: 10am-5pm, Tues-SunNotes: The museum is open until 6pm during Golden Week and Aug. 10-20. It is closed over the New Year and briefly during exhibition changes.
Visit Time: 30min-1.5hr
Average Wait Time: None
Price: $5-$10
Price Notes: A questionnaire is available on the website that may be printed out and returned to the museum completed for a discount on admission.
Exposure
Indoor with climate control.Restrictions: Eat before you come, as no outside food is allowed in. Save the drinks for later; alcohol is not permitted at this venue. A picture may be worth a thousand words, but the words will have to do in this case—no cameras allowed. As tempted as you may be to add to that vacation footage, keep the video camera in the case—they're not permitted here.
Age Recommendations/Requirements
Ages Admitted: Infants/Toddlers (0-3yrs), Children (4-8yrs), Pre-teen (9-12yrs), Teen, Adult, SeniorAges that would most enjoy this site: Infants/Toddlers (0-3yrs), Children (4-8yrs), Pre-teen (9-12yrs), Teen, Adult, Senior
Groups that would most enjoy this site: Couples, Families, Friends, Groups, Solo Travelers
Transportation
Nearest Train or Bus:
Kami Igusa Station
Best Modes of Transportation:
Train
Walking
Notes: The museum is about a seven-minute walk from the station.
Parking Availability: Yes
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