The National Museum of Western Art was established in 1959 from the art collection of Matsukata Kojiro. Today the museum’s most famous art pieces are by the French sculptor Rodin. Three of his works can be seen outside the museum.
Location
7-7 Uenokoen, Taito-ku, Tokyo 110-0007« Google Maps »
Getting there
1 minute from the Park Exit of JR Ueno Station
Details
9:30-17:30 (until 20:00 on Friday). Closed on Mondays unless it is a public holiday, in which case the museum is open on Monday and closed on Tuesday
Adults ÂĄ430 | Students ÂĄ130 | Children can enter for free
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