I visited during late autumn. The Meiji Memorial Picture Gallery, seen from the long ginkgo tree avenue, looked truly unique—like a beautiful oil painting. I only learned from this article that the gallery is also illuminated at night. Next time, I definitely want to check that out.
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Meiji Memorial Picture Gallery
An Art Gallery Featuring Familiar Autumn Scenery in Tokyo.
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Located in the middle of Meijijiugu gaien, Meiji Memorial Picture Gallery is an art museum displaying pictures depicting the achievements of Japanese Emperor Meiji.
Depicted in chronological order, the first 40 murals of the Wall Art Collection are done in Nihonga, a Japanese style of painting popular at the time Emperor Meiji lived (1868-1912). The last 40 paintings are done in a Western style. These works of excellence by leading artists are also regarded as precious historical pictorial records.
Completed in 1926, the superior design and technology of this stately building, one of the first art museums built in Japan, has earned it the designation of Important Cultural Asset by the Japanese Government.
This building, as seen beyond a ginkgo tree avenue starting from Aoyama Dori’s Gaien Entrance, is a familiar fall sight in Tokyo. When lit up at night, its beauty is magical.
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This building is designated an Important Cultural Asset by the Japanese government.
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Displays paintings depicting the achievements of Emperor Meiji.
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Marble is lavishly used in the pillars and floors inside this building.
Photos
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Meiji Memorial Picture Gallery
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Meiji Memorial Picture Gallery, lit up at night
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Meiji Memorial Picture Gallery and the ginkgo tree row
Official FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions have been vetted and answered directly by each listing.
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Do you have signs or pamphlets in foreign languages? (If you do, which languages are available?)
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English explanations are available.
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Is free Wi-Fi available in the area?
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No free Wi-Fi available.
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Is it possible to re-enter the premises?
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Re-entry is not allowed.
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Details
- Name in Japanese
- 聖徳記念絵画館
- Postal Code
- 160-0013
- Address
- 1-1 Kasumigaoka-machi, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo
- Telephone
- 03-3401-5179
- Closed
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Wednesdays (If it is a national holiday, the next day)
*It may be closed on certain days. - Business Hours
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10:00am - 4:30pm (Admission allowed until 4:00pm)
※Open from 10:00am - 4:00pm (last admission 3:30pm) during the New Year's holidays (December 29 - January 3).
※Some areas have set usage times. - Admission
- 500 yen
- Access
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1. About 5 minutes on foot from Shinanomachi Station on the JR Chuo or Sobu Lines
2. About 5 minutes on foot from Kokuritsu-kyogijo (National Stadium) Station on the Toei Oedo Line
3. About 10 minute on foot from Aoyama-itchome Station on the Tokyo Metro Ginza Line, Hanzomon Line, and Toei Oedo Line - Credit Cards
- Not accepted
- Official Website
- Official Website (English)
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