# National Museum of Modern Art, Tokyo — Tokyo, Japan

> Founded in 1952, the National Museum of Modern Art, Tokyo (MOMAT) was Japan's first national art museum. Its current building by Yoshiro Taniguchi opened in 1969 in Kitanomaru Park beside the Imperial Palace moat and was renovated in 2002.

## Visitor facts
- Opening hours: Tuesday to Sunday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM (Friday and Saturday until 8:00 PM, Closed Mondays)
- Admission: ¥500 standard admission
- Address: 3-1 Kitanomaru Park, Chiyoda City, Tokyo, Japan
- Time needed: 1.5–2 hours
- Official website: https://www.momat.go.jp/en/
- Facts verified: 2026-06-30

## Highlights
- Nude Beauty — Yorozu Tetsugorō · 1912
- Landscape of the Four Seasons — Tomioka Tessai · 1924
- Bridge over the Moat — Tsuguharu Foujita · 1930s
- Imperial Palace Moat View — Kitanomaru Park · ongoing

## FAQ
**Is the Crafts Gallery still part of MOMAT?**
The Crafts Gallery has moved to Kanazawa and is no longer part of the Tokyo site.

**Is admission free at any time?**
Yes, free on the first Sunday of each month.

**How long should I spend at National Museum of Modern Art, Tokyo?**
Plan 2–3 hours for the highlights. Add time for temporary exhibitions, the museum shop, and café.

**What is National Museum of Modern Art, Tokyo best known for?**
Founded in 1952, MOMAT was the first national art museum in Japan. Its current building by Yoshiro Taniguchi opened in 1969 and was renovated in 2002. Key highlights include Yorozu Tetsugorō painting, Tomioka Tessai late masterworks, Permanent room of major Japanese modernism.

**How do I get tickets for National Museum of Modern Art, Tokyo?**
¥500 standard admission Tickets are usually available on the day, but booking online saves queue time in peak season. Official site: https://www.momat.go.jp/en/

**Is the Crafts Gallery still at MOMAT?**
No — the Crafts Gallery relocated to Kanazawa (National Crafts Museum). The Tokyo site now focuses on painting, sculpture, and prints.

**When is admission free?**
Free on the first Sunday of each month. Standard admission is ¥500 on other days. Special exhibitions require separate tickets.

**How does MOMAT compare to the Tokyo National Museum?**
TNM in Ueno covers Japanese art from antiquity to 19th century. MOMAT covers modern art from the Meiji period onward. Both are essential — different eras, different locations.


Source: https://worldmuseumguide.org/museums/momat-tokyo/ — World Museum Guide, independent and ad-free.