Maison Hermès Le Forum — Attraction in Tokyo

In the beginning, with exhibitions like Nishi Tatzu, Sarah Sze and a few others, this exhibition hall was off to a promising start. Showing innovative works by important but lesser known— especially here in Tokyo— artist, made this a destination that engaged and expanded local discussion in art. Then it shifted into a decorous menagerie of decorators and third rate "artists" splashing around, and in the voice of Ralph Wiggims (Simpsons), "I'm an Artist!" Now undermining any fashion credibility in the brand, the "art" is irrelevant decor, lacking in substance or relevance. It is a pity, because Tokyo is in DESPERATE NEED of actual Art discussion. Sadly here at Maison Hermes, that ship has done set...

Free hidden art gallery! A bit intimidating to approach Hermès, but the entrance to the elevator for this exhibit was actually outside of the building; not inside of the Hermès store. Staff was very helpful in guiding us to the exhibit and gave us a pamphlet of the current pieces on display. It’s not a big museum, but there are a few different rooms to walk through and admire. Definitely a fun spot to stop if you have time to...

Designed by Renzo Piano in 2001. Worth the visit! Keep in mind that the entrance is separated from the Hermès shop, so you don't need to go through it, as for someone can be quite intimidating. If you see a queue, that is for the shop not for the museum. An hour is more than enough in the building/ museum. Staff is friendly. For photography lovers it's quite...