Artizon Museum

The Artizon Museum (アーティゾン美術館), formerly the Bridgestone Museum of Art, represents a sophisticated evolution of one of Tokyo’s most significant private collections. Reopened in 2020 within the sleek Museum Tower Kyobashi, the institution was founded by Ishibashi Shojiro, the visionary behind the Bridgestone Corporation. The name “Artizon” is a clever portmanteau of “Art” and “Horizon,” signaling the museum’s commitment to expanding the boundaries of art appreciation beyond its original mid-century foundations.

The collection has grown to over 2,800 works, primarily focusing on French Impressionism and Post-Impressionism. Visitors can find world-class masterpieces by Monet, Renoir, and Cézanne, alongside 20th-century avant-garde works by Picasso and Jackson Pollock. Crucially, the museum also highlights the development of Japanese Western-style paintings (yōga), providing a cross-cultural “lull” in the heart of the Kyobashi business district. The new space features state-of-the-art climate control and lighting, designed to showcase these delicate works in an environment of total clarity. To ensure a premium experience and manage crowds, the museum utilizes a timed-entry reservation system, making it a peaceful, highly organized escape for those navigating the high-density streets of central Tokyo.

Visitor Information
Address	1-7-2 Kyobashi, Chuo-ku, Tokyo 104-0031 (Google Maps)
Opening Hours	10:00 AM – 6:00 PM (Fridays until 8:00 PM) Closed: Mondays (except holidays)
Price	Varies by exhibition (Online timed-entry reservation required)
Website	Visit Website

Access
Station	Line(s)	Access Details
Kyobashi Station	Tokyo Metro Ginza Line	5-minute walk from Exit 6 or 7
Tokyo Station	JR Lines / Tokyo Metro Marunouchi Line	5-minute walk from Yaesu Central Exit
Nihonbashi Station	Tokyo Metro Ginza, Tozai, Toei Asakusa Lines	5-minute walk from Exit B1