The 42 best art galleries in Meguro (2025)

It was Lee Ufan's exhibition that's showing when I visited. This place is just amazing. If you're an Arts fan, this place is a must to visit.There will be several halls that have different exhibitions, so you may just pay which exhibition that you would like to visit.Besides, the architectural designs of this building is amazing too. I totally enjoyed my time here.

It's not really air conditioned so it's easy to feel warm and thirsty. It's free but most of what's being displayed requires admission of some kind around $5 per person. Not expensive but most of it isn't free. What I saw definitely interesting and I took a lot of pictures and translated a lot of the captions

This museum is amazing place such as architecture glass wall for exterior and for my surprised that is the umbrella stand you can see object like a flying saucer in front the museum is so great!.Futhermore in the backside museum when you go from the subway you can see the umbrella stand before entrance and important for keep your umbrella also have the key to lock it is so in detail for visitor.

Went there for the Tate exhibition. Very interesting collection showing collections of different artists with the theme of light. Detailed explanation on the artwork were shown in written or video forms, allowing deeper understanding of the artists' creation process.There were free exhibitions besides the Tate exhibition. Can spend half a day in the museum if want to walk through all the exhibitions.Free ￥100 coin lockers were available. Can store the bags and walk freely around. The coin would be returned when you get back your items in locker.One more good point was that plenty rest corners and seats were available along the exhibitions and outside the exhibitions. Can take intermittent rest from the walking.

Came to see the CLAMP exhibition. And I highly recommend it. It was excellently curated.But plan ahead, and give yourself plenty time.We got here about 10am when it opens, but by the time we got our tickets and find the line for the special exhibition and then got the number, we are 600 in line.It took about an hour for our number to be called, there is more waiting in line to get to the exhibition.The exhibition has an audio guided tour. But if you wish to follow it, it can be somewhat crowded, especially at the very beginning of the exhibition (the furst room).

We visited on a Sunday morning, and everything looked good, but not enough indoor lighting, so the ambiance was not sufficient for Instagram.I got the premium coffee in the level 1 cafe. However, for the price they're charging here, I would instead go for a drip coffee in a Starbucks.We drank our coffee on the outside terrace. This is the highlight of our stay since its relaxing nature feels in this area.Overall, all good here.

Great art centre where various exhibitions can be visited. The architecture of the place is already worth the visit. Staff is very friendly, there are some options to have a snack/lunch/drink and the gift shop also has some nice items. All in all I would recommend to go here! Most exhibitions are free, others may charge a little fee.

The Museum was jointly designed by Kisho Kurokawa and Nihon Sekkei, Inc. It comprises of 12 exhibition rooms, an auditorium, 3 cafes, museum shop ,art library and a restaurant. It's one of the biggest museums in the country.

The building is indeed stunning! And the access is also so simple through the connected train station. I had no problems buying my tickets online (which I strongly recommend, because lines can be huge!), still I had to wait a while to get inside, even with the tickets ready.I specifically attended to the light exhibition through Tate Modern’s archive if I’m not mistaken. The exhibition was sure very well curated, but almost every artwork had great amounts of people in front of it and it was hard to go through everything and enjoy the experience. There were many pieces I couldn’t take a close look, because of the congestion. Also, I got quite interested in a few items at the store, but the paying lines were so awfully long I didn’t even considered buying.My big suggestion is: go in a non-busy weekday if you can.Other than the listed problems, the gallery is amazing and really worth going if you’re in Tokyo. There are many “smaller” less crowded exhibitions happening in the Art Center and I had a great time strolling through them as well.

First time visiting in Tokyo and I was seriously impressed with this place! It’s massive inside, well organized and the Yves Saint Laurent exhibition they have on right now was spectacular! A must have for anyone interested in couture fashion. The gift shop at the end of the exhibit was okay, wish it had more exclusive items for Japan. Only the book was exclusive.

Happened across this museum while wandering the Roppongi area. Paid for an exhibit, which turned out to be an interesting one. A nice woman who was viewing it herself told me it was an art contest showcasing all the entries. Surprisingly, there was some really fantastic work. I spent a good two hours viewing the exhibit, then grabbed a fresh grapefruit juice at the first floor café. It was the highlight of my morning.

Went to see the special exhibition of Damien Hirst. The building has an amazing design (including somewhere that was included in ‘Your name’ movie), and the exhibition itself was greatly put into place. Probably going again before it’s over.

3 floors of Japanese art exhibits. Free admission and super friendly and helpful staff makes the visit here extremely inviting and pleasant.Lots of Japanese calligraphy and historical paintings, landscapes and other rural scenery depictions. I had hoped to see more sculpture and 3D art, but this is mostly 2D paintings and a lot of historical calligraphy.I spent about 2 to 3 hours here and didn't see everything. I'm not a huge art connoisseur, but I still felt fascinated by the exhibits and if I had more time I likely would have stayed longer and appreciated the visit more. I would go back next time I'm visiting Tokyo.

Beautiful art center! Ofcourse it was busy because of the Kimi No Wa scene. But the exhibits are beautiful - specifically the calligraphy art by high school students. very beautifully done! I wish we got to try to cafe but the line was super long. Also, there is no AC in the common areas. It’ll be hot so bring some water!

It’s free to enter the building but you have to pay to see any exhibit. Most of them seem to be around ¥700, and the one I’ve been too was absolutely worth it. Would definitely come back to see more.The cafe and the restaurant are very stylish too 😎

This art center has got to be one of my favorite places to visit while in Tokyo.There are 3 floors showcasing paintings, photography and sculptures all by Japanese artists.It cost 1000 yen for the regular exhibits and 2200 yen for the "Light" exhibit from the Tate museum, which I found was the least impressive.There are coffeeshops\restaurants on each floor with different menus.Highly recommended to spend a few hours exploring the different art works.

I loved this place.During my visit they had a huge Exhibition of the different art shools from Tokyo.and that was very inspiring. I am sure that the Museum will have great Shows at other times too, because its huge and very well known.

This was a fantastic experience. I was there while a the participants in a national competition, and I have to say the museum was far from the usual staid and boring national museums. It was fresh, with diverse artwork well exhibited, helped by an impressive and modern building, that was well organized and easy to navigate. I left very impressed. Also helps that the museum shops had interesting stuff at a variety of price points.

I enjoyed every exhibition. Some were free and some had a fee but it was just around 500-700 yen. You can also take pictures inside so it was quite nice. The cafes inside have relaxing vibes, perfect for a quick catch up!

Gallery is huge but,but. For me it missing spirit. There ware huge rooms with art but it felt so sterile. There are much better galleries in Tokyo that this. Sorry :(. But there are tho restaurants. Use that one at -1F food is good and relatively cheap.

Recommend to drop off at 乃木板站 as there is a direct access to the museum.The Clamp exhibition fulfils one of my Comic dreams, much improvement is needed for the crowd control. Even with the advanced reservation system, it is still hard for us to enjoy the first part of the show because the whole venue is flooded with visitors. The photo shows the latter parts , which have less visitors.

The art center is huge with up to 3 floor and many vast exhibition rooms. I went there to visit Henri Matisse Special Exhibition, which was hosted in Japan for the first time after 1950, and it is truly one of the greatest exhibitions with many art pieces involving life of the artist, including the replica of the cathedral with the glass windows, the artist designed. There was also an outdoor exhibition, titled the Forbidden Fruit, by Reijiro Wada. This sculptural installation work crystallizes the fundamental themes of life and time as a landscape, integrating elements of architecture and gardens.The architecture of the building itself is also very modern and stylish, it is highly recommended for art lovers!

Was here for the CLAMP Exhibition and it was amazing! 🤩 The exhibition content was pretty well organized with several different themes and contained of a lot of original drawings. However the entrance hall had no AC and was hot on busy summer days - had to stand in huge lines sweating for nearly an hour. Better bring a handy fan and drinking water.

Amazing gallery featuring local art collectives, presenting diverse world-class art. I’d recommend skipping the special exhibition unless you’re a fan of the featured artist. Nice and relaxing atmosphere.

Beautiful architecture and a very well curated museum.I saw the “Henri Matisse - Forms in Freedom” exhibit. It was impressive to see all the 150 showpieces from the collections from Musée D’Orsay, Musée Matisse Nice and the large Flowers and Fruits Cut Out, now restored.

I recently visited The National Art Center Tokyo, primarily to catch the Saint Laurent exhibit, which was of particular interest to my wife, a designer herself. The experience was impressive, both in terms of the exhibit and the architecture of the museum.The museum's architecture is striking – it boasts large open spaces that are a marvel in themselves, showcasing exceptional design. This made the experience of exploring the exhibits all the more enjoyable. The Saint Laurent exhibit was particularly impressive, showcasing a range of pieces that my wife found incredibly inspiring. From what I understood, the collection on display was quite valuable and well-curated.Inside the museum, there's a great spot to grab a coffee, offering a nice break amidst the exploration. Despite spending several hours at the museum, I suspect we only saw about half of it. The National Art Center Tokyo is quite expansive, and there's a lot to take in.We're already looking forward to our next visit. For anyone interested in design, fashion, or art, The National Art Center Tokyo, especially with its special exhibits like the Saint Laurent one, is a fantastic destination. It's not just a museum; it's a space that truly celebrates creativity and innovation.

Visited here for the first time and enjoyed the Matisse exhibition. It was a bit on the pricier side (2,200 yen) but it was quite beautiful. The building in and of itself is a work of art that I truly enjoyed seeing. Great place to get cool pictures of the architecture.

Visited the Henri Matisse exhibition with family. Enjoyed the well-curated collection spanning his early to late years. Gallery is a bit far from transportation; expect a short walk. Tickets: ¥2,200/person.

American Family VisitingChecked out the Clamp exhibition at this location. It gets hot waiting in line during the summer so you'll want a hand fan of some type. Bathrooms were clean and maintained and staff was friendly.The Clamp exhibit was amazing and was the only thing we were there for but it was setup well with decent traffic flow for something that was so busy.

It was pretty exceptional as the museum invited various small (comparably unknown...) artists. That made the Museum outstanding, not to mention the beautiful architecture.

I saw Saint Laurent’s masterpieces and lifetime. Very impressive and valuable. And this museum is beautiful thing by itself specially at night. If you have some time, visit at tiny souvenir shop B1. You will find simple and useful items.

I went to National Art Center Tokyo to go to Salon De the Rond cafe. This cafe was famous amongst Your Name fans as it is the cafe that Taki went during his date. The interior of the Art Center is very beautiful, it has this industrialism and brutalism element to it. There are a lot of art exhibition when I went even during weekdays, there's a lot of people too, more than I expected. There are cafes on all floors so you can have a quick drink or bite before leaving. I went to the 2nd floor cafe which is Salon de the Rond. Decent cafe and food a bit pricey though.

Une visite enchantée par la journée ensoleillée..A ce jour il y avait une exposition d'Henri Matisse. J'ai déjà vu les œuvres au centre Pompidour, donc j'avais la possibilité des voir les 3 expositions des artistes contemporains : les sculptures, les prints et les peintures. Et de plus les 3 galeries avaient l'accès gratuit ce jour..Grand diversité des styles !.Le bâtiment lui même est exceptionnel ! Rempli de lumière. Le hall a un seul plafond sur 3 étages, cela me réjouis pour les japonais qui ont des petites 🏠. Cela donne espace pour respirer..Sur chaque niveau il y soit un restaurant gastronomique, soit un salon du thé ou un café. Donc c'est aussi un lieu de rencontres et des échanges..Il y a une petite lbibliotheque..La boutique du musée dispose des objets artisanaux,.A visiter absolument. Certains prints sont à vendre. Il y avait des cartes postales avec représentants des œuvres des expositions..(Translated by Google)An enchanted visit on a sunny day..On this day there was an exhibition of Henri Matisse. I have already seen the works at the Pompidour center, so I had the opportunity to see the 3 exhibitions of contemporary artists: sculptures, prints and paintings. And what's more, the 3 galleries had free access today..Great diversity of styles!.The building itself is exceptional! Filled with light. The hall has a single ceiling on 3 floors, which makes me happy for the Japanese who have little ones 🏠. This gives space to breathe..On each level there is either a gourmet restaurant, a tea room or a café. So it is also a place for meetings and exchanges..There is a small library..The museum shop has handicrafts,.Absolutely worth visiting. Some prints are for sale. There were postcards with representatives of the works from the exhibitions..

I came here because I was a fan of the movie Kimi No Na Wa but ended up enjoying the art displays. You have to huy a ticket to get inside the art gallery. When you get tired from walking around, there is a cafe inside the museum which became so popular due to a famous anime.If you would like to visit this place, i suggest you come here a bit early (i came at around 3:30pm) so you can go around with lesser crowd.

I had a pleasant experience at this venue! The staff were incredibly friendly and provided clear, step-by-step guidance. If you're planning to visit the CLAMP exhibition, here are some tips that may be useful for fellow attendees:Note: I arrived 30 minutes before the museum opened on a weekday, and there was already a short queue of about 20 people at both entrances. I highly recommend arriving early to reduce your wait time inside the museum.1. Best way to get there:- Train: Take the Chiyoda Green Line to Nogizaka Station, Exit 6. This provides a direct walkway to the museum entrance, marked by art flags.- Taxi: You’ll be dropped off at the other entrance. Try GO / Taxi App. Can register with your oversea number.2. Tickets: You can purchase tickets in advance online and pay at Lawson. Note that you cannot buy tickets directly from the museum's website without a local bank account or Lawson account that requires a local phone number (or anyone tried and succeed can share). Alternatively, you can buy tickets at the museum counter upon arrival.- There are four queues to navigate: for museum entry, the escalator, the exhibition, and the gift shop. If you arrive very early, there are only three indoor queues, which can still take over an hour at times. For my case was 20mins on a Wednesday early entry.- Please note that you cannot skip the line. If a friend is already in line, you must join from the start. Leaving the queue for a restroom break means you cannot rejoin. Be prepared before getting in line!- An audio guide is available in four languages, including English, for 800 yen.3. Gift Shop: You need an exhibition ticket to enter the gift shop. Almost 40% items sold out or limited to one purchase per person (no restock). Updates on available merchandise can only be found at the gift shop entrance (no photography allowed). I’ve included a sample image from the entrance of the exhibition, though it may not be up-to-date with what’s available in-store. **Link for exclusive pre-order items, which only ship out in 2025: https://special.movic.jp/shop/special /clamp-ex-goods.aspx4. Photography and Videography: Video recording is not allowed, and while some areas permit photography, others do not. The gift shop has a strict no photography policy.5. Special Events and Merchandise Related to the Exhibition:- The cafe offers a short menu of themed drinks.- The restaurant serves afternoon tea and cakes. When I visited last week, I didn’t see a food set menu, but I previously spotted one online.6. Time Recommendation for the Exhibition: The time you spend can vary based on personal interest, but typically, visitors spend around 1-2 hours to fully appreciate the artworks and presentations. If you're only interested in 1-2 series, you might go through the exhibition in less than an hour. Remember, you need a ticket to access the exciting gift shop!7. Dining Options Nearby: There’s not much around—no convenience stores nearby. You can choose to eat at the museum cafe or restaurant, or take the train to nearby areas for more options.Hope this helps!

While traveling, I discovered an exhibition of Clamp's work at The National Art Center in Tokyo. Since my wife is a fan of several Clamp titles, I suggested we visit. Overall, I was quite impressed with the number and quality of the pieces, as well as the exhibition's layout. The intricate pen work and distinct art style of Clamp are captivating, even for those unfamiliar with their work. Many visitors, including foreigners, seemed to genuinely enjoy the exhibition.However, I can't say the same about the museum's management system. They could have used a ticket reservation system to regulate visitor entry times, but they didn't. Regardless of whether you had pre-booked tickets or bought them on-site, you will still have to wait in line for entry (I waited about an hour). Even though we queued indoors, the uncomfortably high temperature made the experience quite unpleasant. It felt like being exposed to the worst heat imaginable.Moreover, some staff seemed more focused on interrupting the experience. I understand their role is to maintain order and protect the artwork, but they repeatedly stopped people from slightly leaning forward to get a closer look at the tiny pieces. Visitors weren't crossing lines, touching the art, or taking prohibited photos or videos; they just wanted to see the artwork because it was so small. In addition, some staff actively moved behind people and covertly monitored their phone screens.These actions felt excessive. While maintaining order and protecting the art is crucial, not every museum in the world operates this way. I hope this museum can find a way to respect its visitors as much as visitors respect their artworks.

Free... but every exhibition costs money. Confusing. Probably a language issue but we were told that no ticket was needed, but every exhibition wanted to see a ticket. Eventually, using google translate, one exhibition let us in after seeing our passports. I have no idea why. The exhibition of local up and coming artists was interesting, with a few eye catching pieces, and the building impressive. But I was left a bit nonplussed.

We visited an interesting exhibit examining remote work and the impacts the pandemic has had on our lives. The building is lovely. Highly recommend a visit as the curation is awesome! They also provide umbrella parking.

What an exhibition space! A visitor's experience will depend on what rotating curation they view, but the venue itself is incredible.The inverted cones for two of the four (!) total restaurants are visually impressive. I especially appreciated the companion smaller cone serving as the gift shop desk.Notable for my experience, they have the biggest umbrella storage space I've ever seen. Seems silly, but quite memorable.

Went to the CLAMP exhibition and it was poorly planned for sure. The tickets should've been sold for specific days/timeslots, at least for the first weeks. As a result, people who wanted to see if first had to endure exhausting waiting lines on the hottest days of the summer. (Got there at 10 a.m. and entered 12 p.m.)⭐ I didn't experience it first hand, but the staff helps with going to the bathroom during the waiting line⭐ Keep an eye on Twitter at all times as you may suddenly discover what you wanted to buy is sold out or, as they did on Sunday, that after 11:30 a.m. you'll be able to enter the exhibition but not the shop.⭐ Do not lose your pink(?) ticket as it is your only way to get into the shop later, make sure you have in your hands by the time you walk out the exhibition⭐ There's wi-fi inside⭐ There's an option to buy Jun Fukuyama's audio guide⭐ The exhibition itself is quite lovely, because CLAMP's works couldn't result in anything else than pleasant to the eyes and soul.⭐ But, I feel like they could've used the vertical space better. The first room (Color) is quite a pain to get through if you wanna see the illustrations thoroughly (which could've been solved if there were predetermined timeslots for everyone).

Go for the architecture, not the art.This is not your typical museum - aside from special exhibition, the main collection (free entry) was entirely devoted to what appeared to be amateur art associations from across Japan. It wasn't all bad - about 1 in 5 pieces were interesting - but the majority was apeing western art and about high-school quality.We might have been just unlucky - the main collection appears to rotate, so perhaps we just caught a particularly bad set.The diorama of a unicorn and a dalmatian was particularly hilarious, but there's only so long you can spend ironically enjoying this, and there are far, far better places to spend your time in Tokyo!Unless you're interested in the special exhibit, consider skipping it.

I really enjoyed the CLAMP exhibit. Also, the museum's gift shop is a great source of beautiful and well-designed Japanese art and souvenirs.

Impressive glass front. Inside it also looks nice. Unfortunately it wasn’t build for the heat of the summer, so inside it still feels a bit hot in summer. We didn’t visit the expositions as there was a considerable wait (at least for the temporary CLAMP exposition that we wished to see).

Came here on a Saturday afternoon and can echo what some others have said. This is not a traditional museum where you pay an entry fee and can go through the various exhibits.Entry into the building itself was free, and you only had to pay to enter the special exhibit. During our visit, the special exhibit was cover the works of Yves Saint Laurent.Building itself is extremely modern and has beautiful architecture. I mainly came just so I could capture one picture. But otherwise, I was in for a surprise, as the special exhibit was actually very informative.Would definitely recommend checking out if the special exhibit piques your interest.