Idemitsu Museum of Arts — Attraction in Tokyo

Quiet little museum in the Marunouchi district of Chiyoda Ward, Tōkyō. This museum owns a large collection and many of the most famous works of Sengai Gibon, the monk known and beloved by Japanese (and gaijin that know of him) for his humorous Zen-ga (Zen art), and these works are placed on exhibition every 1-2 years. English explanation is almost non-existent with the exception of the titles of the works. The small lounge with comfortable chairs has breathtaking, panoramic views (museum is on the 9th floor) of the Imperial Palace and cityscape beyond, and green tea is complimentary to aid your enjoyment. Wonderful staff, too. Have been many times and will return again. “Admiration for Sengai” is only 2018-09-15 to 2018-10-28. Photography not allowed inside any part...

I quite like this building as an example of 60s Modernism with all the little details and fixtures intact. I think the galleries themselves could use a refurbishment -- maybe redone in less somnolent colors and with less linear displays to cut down on traffic jams especially when all the elderly come on weekends and holidays. There is an amazing view of the Imperial Palace and you can just relax there if you've paid admission and lucky enough to get a seat. Exhibitions focus on Japanese painting, and generally interesting EXCEPT for absolute lack of English or other languages. I saw a number of foreigners at the survey of Buddhist art -- a demanding subject that absolutely requires explanation. A shame in comparison to the efforts museums like Suntory and Nezu make in...

Ultra-modern Museum of Antiquities (primarily from the Edi Period, c. 19th century). Studies, research and development headline the aim of the artifacts presented within its showcased galleries. Free admission. On two separate floors. With very accomodable restroom facilities, very stunning and designed for the general public.

A gift shop is located at the entryway. And visitors are allowed to photograph.

Location found on the upper fourth floor -- inside the KITTE Building venue, across from the nearby plaza of Gran Central Tokyo Station. Easy accessibility via the Metro and JR subway line connexions within the skyscraper’s multilevel foyer...