They hold exhibitions here from time to time, usually centered around the theme of 'communication.' It's a great place for artists and scientists to connect and share ideas! ☺️
![NTT InterCommunication Center [ICC]](https://static.gltjp.com/glt/data/directory/14000/13412/20220804_181906_6c900b54_w1920.webp)
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NTT InterCommunication Center [ICC]
A cultural facility presenting media art and new forms of communication for a changing era.
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Operated by NTT East, the NTT InterCommunication Center [ICC] is a cultural facility conceived in 1990 to commemorate the 100th anniversary of telephone service in Japan and opened in 1997.
ICC holds exhibitions, events, and other programs featuring media art, a genre that combines elements of art, science, and technology using computers and advanced technologies. With communication as its central theme, the center serves as a hub for interaction between artists and scientists. Its viewing area provides access to an extensive video archive featuring works from the collection, past exhibitions, events, and more.
ICC also presents a wide range of programs, including talks and performances by artists, as well as symposiums exploring specific themes. The center is committed to educational outreach for visitors of all ages and offers an extensive selection of workshops for children during summer vacation.
Highlights
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A cultural facility operated by NTT East.
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Hosts exhibitions and events featuring works known as media art.
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Offers hands-on educational programs, including summer vacation programs for children.
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Visitors can watch footage of past exhibitions and events in the on-site viewing area.
Photos
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![ICC 5th-floor lobbyPhoto courtesy of NTT InterCommunication Center [ICC]](https://static.gltjp.com/glt/data/directory/14000/13412/20220804_181914_b36213be_w640.webp)
ICC 5th-floor lobbyPhoto courtesy of NTT InterCommunication Center [ICC]
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![HIVE Video Archive areaPhoto: KIOKU KeizoPhoto courtesy of NTT InterCommunication Center [ICC]](https://static.gltjp.com/glt/data/directory/14000/13412/20220804_181908_3c39a5a4_w640.webp)
HIVE Video Archive areaPhoto: KIOKU KeizoPhoto courtesy of NTT InterCommunication Center [ICC]
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![Gregory BARSAMIAN“Juggler,” 1997Photo: OHTAKA TakashiPhoto courtesy of NTT InterCommunication Center [ICC]](https://static.gltjp.com/glt/data/directory/14000/13412/20220804_181903_c235720f_w640.webp)
Gregory BARSAMIAN“Juggler,” 1997Photo: OHTAKA TakashiPhoto courtesy of NTT InterCommunication Center [ICC]
Official FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions have been vetted and answered directly by each listing.
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Is re-entry allowed?
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In general, your ticket allows you to re-enter on the same day.
Admission may be restricted depending on how crowded exhibitions or events are. Please call the toll-free number for details.
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Is free Wi-Fi available inside the facility?
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Yes, free Wi-Fi is available.
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Can I eat and drink inside? May I bring in outside food and drinks?
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To protect the artworks, eating and drinking inside the facility and bringing food or drinks into the exhibition rooms are not permitted. In designated areas, visitors may briefly hydrate with water or other beverages in capped plastic bottles.
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Are coin-operated lockers available?
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Yes. Baggage that does not fit in the lockers can be checked at the cloakroom.
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Are any discount tickets available?
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Discount coupons are available. ICC also participates in the Tokyo Museum Grutto Pass program.
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I have heard that some works require reservations. How can I make one?
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The availability of works requiring reservations and the reservation process vary by exhibition. Please call the toll-free number (0120-144199) for information about the exhibition scheduled for the date you plan to visit.
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Are there any works that children can experience?
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Some works are suitable for preschool-age children, so families are welcome to visit.
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Is there a baby-care area or stroller parking inside the facility?
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There is a baby-care area with two lockable nursing rooms, a hot-water dispenser for preparing formula, and two diaper-changing tables. It is available to anyone visiting with a young child, including men.
Stroller parking is also available.
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Is parking available for large buses, minibuses, or other vehicles used by groups?
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Please contact ICC at least two weeks before your planned visit using the group reservation application form or by calling the toll-free number (0120-144199) for further information.
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Details
- Name in Japanese
- NTTインターコミュニケーション・センター[ICC]
- Postal Code
- 163-1404
- Address
- 4th Floor, Tokyo Opera City Tower, 3-20-2 Nishishinjuku, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo
- Phone
- 0120-144-199
- Closed on
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Mondays (or the following day when Monday is a national holiday), during the New Year holidays, and between exhibitions
Closed for maintenance on the first Sunday in August and the second Sunday in February - Hours
- 11:00 AM–6:00 PM (last admission at 5:30 PM)
- Admission
- Varies by exhibition or event
- Access
- 2-minute walk from Hatsudai Station on the Keio New Line
- Credit Cards
- Accepted
- Official website
- Official website (Japanese)