Exhibitions in Ueno
Current and upcoming exhibitions at the art museums and museums around Ueno Park. See also Ueno art museums and this month's events & exhibitions.
Current exhibitions (4)
[Special Exhibition] Mural: Asakusa Big Parade Exhibition (Working Title)
An exhibition of the mural "Asakusa Big Parade" by Koji Kata, which once decorated the interior of a coffee shop in Nishi-Asakusa 3-chome. It presents materials on the Asakusa stars shown in the mural. Through Kata's best-known work, "Golden Bat," it also explains the culture of street kamishibai (picture-card storytelling). The museum is closed June 29 to July 6 for fumigation and exhibition changeover.
Special Exhibition Commemorating the Donation of the Susumu Uchiyama Collection: "Utagawa Hiroshige: The Best Angles of Edo"
A special exhibition at the Tokyo National Museum commemorating the donation of the Susumu Uchiyama Collection.
[Special Exhibit] "Showa 100": The History of Conservation and Restoration at the Museum in the Showa Era — Van Gogh's Roses and Renoir's Woman with a Hat as Examples
Marking the 100th year since the start of the Showa era, this special exhibit traces how conservation and restoration practices changed at the museum, using two works from its collection as examples: Van Gogh's Roses and Renoir's Woman with a Hat. It is held in the 19th-Century Hall on the 1st floor of the Main Building.
"Showcase Storage" + Backyard Tour [Advance Reservation Required]
An exhibition with a backyard tour, now on at the Toride Annex. Advance reservation required.
Upcoming exhibitions (8)
Turner from Tate: The Sublime in Painting and a Dialogue with Contemporary Art
An exhibition of Turner works from the Tate collection in the Special Exhibition Galleries of the National Museum of Western Art. Its themes are the sublime in painting and a dialogue with contemporary art.
Kiyoshi Furukawa Retirement Exhibition: Resonating Sound and Media – Media Art and Music Today
An upcoming exhibition announced at the Chinretsukan Gallery, The University Art Museum, Tokyo University of the Arts.
[Special Exhibition] Collection Exhibition (Tentative Title)
An exhibition centered on rarely shown paper materials from the museum's collection, such as nishiki-e woodblock prints and picture postcards, introducing the visual culture once enjoyed by ordinary people.
Tokyo Metropolitan Art Museum 100th Anniversary: The Joy of Living in the Present – From the Collection of the Musée d'Orsay
A special exhibition marking the 100th anniversary of the Tokyo Metropolitan Art Museum, featuring works from the collection of the Musée d'Orsay.
Tokyo Metropolitan Art Museum 100th Anniversary Exhibition: For You to Read the World
A special exhibition celebrating the 100th anniversary of the Tokyo Metropolitan Art Museum. Admission is free.
Tokyo Metropolitan Art Museum 100th Anniversary Exhibition: Opening Beginnings — 100 Years of the Tokyo Metropolitan Art Museum
A special exhibition marking the 100th anniversary of the Tokyo Metropolitan Art Museum, tracing its 100-year history. Free admission.
[Special Exhibition] Taito City 80th Anniversary Project: The History of Taito City Exhibition (Tentative Title)
Marking Taito City's 80th anniversary, this exhibition introduces the history and distinctive character of Shitaya Ward and Asakusa Ward before their merger, and traces the 80 years since the city was formed, covering key events, changes and the city today.
Raoul Dufy Exhibition
A special exhibition at the Tokyo Metropolitan Art Museum: Raoul Dufy Exhibition.
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Japan Calligraphy Exhibition (Nihon Shoten) Now On in Ueno, Tokyo (Through 22nd)
The Japan Calligraphy Exhibition, featuring a diverse lineup of 315 works, has opened in Ueno, Tokyo. It runs through the 22nd.
Tokyo University of the Arts × JR East: "CREATIVE HUB UENO “es”" Gallery at Ueno Station, FY2026 Second Half
An announcement about the FY2026 second-half exhibitions at "CREATIVE HUB UENO “es”," the Ueno Station gallery run jointly by Tokyo University of the Arts and JR East. (The headline was cut off, so check the details page for full information.)
Ueno Station Gallery "CREATIVE HUB UENO 'es'" Announces Exhibition Schedule for the Second Half of FY2026
CREATIVE HUB UENO "es," the Ueno Station gallery run by Tokyo University of the Arts and JR East, has announced its exhibition schedule for the second half of FY2026.
Daito Shodoin Calligraphy Exhibition Runs in Ueno Through the 21st
The Daito Shodoin Calligraphy Exhibition is on in Ueno until the 21st. The Tokyo Shimbun Award went to Otsuka from Saitama.
48th Tokyo Shosaku Calligraphy Exhibition Opens November 18 at Tokyo Metropolitan Art Museum
Kyogetsu Takeshita has won the top prize at the 48th Tokyo Shosaku Calligraphy Exhibition. Award-winning works go on display at the Tokyo Metropolitan Art Museum in Ueno from November 18.
Persona 30th Anniversary Exhibition at The Ueno Royal Museum
An exhibition marking the 30th anniversary of the Persona series opens at The Ueno Royal Museum on January 21, 2027.
The 73rd Transportation Culture Exhibition 2026 at Poreia Square, JR Ueno Station Hirokoji Exit
The 73rd Transportation Culture Exhibition 2026 has opened at Poreia Square by the Hirokoji Exit of JR Ueno Station. It runs until Tuesday, October 13.
National Museum of Western Art Special Display: "Activities of the National Museum of Western Art Volunteer Staff"
A special display within the permanent collection galleries of the National Museum of Western Art, introducing the activities of the museum's volunteer staff, is now on view.
Art Future Research Field Exhibition 2026
"Art Future Research Field Exhibition 2026" is scheduled at The University Art Museum, Tokyo University of the Arts (Main Building). It runs from Friday, November 20 to Wednesday, December 2, 2026.
Tokyo University of the Arts Department of Design Ă— Sanwa Shurui Co., Ltd. Commissioned Research Project 2026: iichiko PERSON AWARD 2026 EXHIBITION
An exhibition of a commissioned research project by the Tokyo University of the Arts Department of Design and Sanwa Shurui Co., Ltd. It will be held at the Chinretsukan Gallery.
Subtracting Colors: White, Black, and Many More
An exhibition at the International Library of Children's Literature. Part 1 runs from October 6 to December 20, 2026, and Part 2 from January 19 to April 18, 2027. Inquiries: 03-3827-2053 (main line).
Hideyo Noguchi 150th Birth Anniversary Special Exhibition "The Challenge of Infectious Diseases: Past, Present and Future"
A special exhibition marking the 150th anniversary of Hideyo Noguchi's birth, held at the National Museum of Nature and Science from October 27, 2026 to February 28, 2027.
"Sex in Living Things"
An exhibition at the National Museum of Nature and Science, running from October 31, 2026 to February 21, 2027.
Images of the Theater: From Delacroix and Daumier to Toulouse-Lautrec and Klinger
The National Museum of Western Art will hold the small-scale exhibition "Images of the Theater: From Delacroix and Daumier to Toulouse-Lautrec and Klinger" from October 20, 2026 to January 11, 2027.
Cincinnati Art Museum Exhibition: European Treasures That Crossed to America
The Ueno Royal Museum will host the "Cincinnati Art Museum Exhibition: European Treasures That Crossed to America" from October 10, 2026 (Sat) to January 10, 2027 (Sun).
Pictures within Pictures: Adventures in Painting about Painting, from the Renaissance to the Present and Beyond
An exhibition for September 2027 has been announced: "Pictures within Pictures: Adventures in Painting about Painting, from the Renaissance to the Present and Beyond," a collaboration between the National Museum of Western Art and the Kunsthistorisches Museum Vienna.
Photo Exhibition "LION NIGHT" Travels from Paris to Tokyo, Opening at the National Museum of Nature and Science in Ueno
"LION NIGHT," a photo exhibition following lions that live by the light of the full moon, is traveling from Paris to Tokyo and will be held at the National Museum of Nature and Science in Ueno.
Tokyo University of the Arts and Chinese International Students: From Hu Gentian to the Present
An exhibition on Chinese international students who studied at Tokyo University of the Arts, from Hu Gentian to the present day. Scheduled at the Chinretsukan Gallery, The University Art Museum, Tokyo University of the Arts (advance notice).
Three Days of the Year's Finest Bonsai in Ueno: See the Prime Minister's Award Winner for Free at the 52nd Nippon Bonsai Sakufu Exhibition
The 52nd Nippon Bonsai Sakufu Exhibition comes to Ueno, showing the year's finest bonsai for three days, including the Prime Minister's Award winner. Admission is free.
Investigative Exhibition "The Country Not on Any Map: Kingdom of Panja" Coming to PARCO_ya Ueno
PARCO Co., Ltd. has announced that it will hold "The Country Not on Any Map: Kingdom of Panja," an investigative exhibition themed around a fictional country, at PARCO_ya Ueno.
Idemitsu Museum of Arts 60th Anniversary: Treasures of the Idemitsu Collection at Geidai
An exhibition marking the 60th anniversary of the Idemitsu Museum of Arts, announced for the Main Building of The University Art Museum, Tokyo University of the Arts.
Bunponichi Exhibition 2026
An upcoming exhibition at the Chinretsukan Gallery of The University Art Museum, Tokyo University of the Arts.
YOMU - YOMU EXHIBITION
An exhibition held at the Ueno Royal Museum Gallery.
Ueno Royal Museum Art School Atelier Exhibition Selection 2026
An exhibition of student works from the Ueno Royal Museum Art School, held at the Ueno Royal Museum Gallery.
The 39th Painting Nature in Japan Exhibition
An exhibition of nature paintings held on the 1st and 2nd floors of the Main Building at The Ueno Royal Museum.
The 32nd Taisho Exhibition with Yanagida Taizan Large-Scale Works Exhibition
A calligraphy exhibition at The Ueno Royal Museum, held in the Main Building 1F and 2F and the Gallery.
Ryo Mikami Retirement Exhibition: (Secret) Randomness of Acts
Announcement of a retirement exhibition at the Chinretsukan Gallery and Masaki Memorial Hall of The University Art Museum, Tokyo University of the Arts.
Permanent Exhibition
Permanent exhibition now on in the Main Building and New Building galleries. Check the latest calendar for opening days.
Collection in Focus
The National Museum of Western Art presents "Collection in Focus," a special display within its permanent collection galleries, on the 2nd floor of the Main Building and the 1st floor of the New Wing.
Myth, Allegory, and Festivity: Italian Courts and Prints from the Renaissance to the Baroque
A small-scale exhibition on the prints that adorned Italian courts from the Renaissance to the Baroque, held in the Prints and Drawings Gallery (Permanent Collection Galleries, New Wing 2F).
[Special Exhibition] Glass Dry Plate Exhibition: The Joy of Taking Photographs
The invention of the glass dry plate opened photography to the general public. Drawing on glass plates in the museum's collection, the exhibition presents street scenes, travel snapshots and family photos taken by amateur photographers. Its theme is the first step toward the popularization of photography.
The 16th NAYUTA Exhibition
The 16th NAYUTA Exhibition is being held at The Ueno Royal Museum Gallery (August 28–September 1).
Urushi no Katachi (Forms of Lacquer) Exhibition 2026
An upcoming exhibition announced at the Chinretsukan Gallery, The University Art Museum, Tokyo University of the Arts.
Conservation and Restoration of Crafts Exhibition: What Classes Do Students in the Conservation Laboratory Take?! – A Look Inside the Little-Known Conservation of Crafts Laboratory, Deep in B1F of the General Workshop Building
Upcoming exhibition at the Chinretsukan Gallery, The University Art Museum, Tokyo University of the Arts.
[Special Exhibition] Claude Monet: 100th Anniversary of His Death
A special exhibition marking 100 years since the death of Claude Monet, held in the permanent collection galleries on the 2nd floor of the New Wing.
Tokyo University of the Arts Japanese Painting Laboratory I Research Exhibition
A research exhibition now on at the Chinretsukan Gallery, The University Art Museum, Tokyo University of the Arts.
The 47th Sesshinkai Selected Calligraphy Exhibition
The 47th Sesshinkai Selected Calligraphy Exhibition takes place on the 1st and 2nd floors of the Main Building at The Ueno Royal Museum (August 29 – August 31).
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[3 Days Only] Photo Book Publication & Reprint Celebration: "Giant Panda Exhibition: East and West Pandas Gather – The Ueno Family and the Hama Family Have Arrived…"
A 3-day-only panda exhibition marking the publication and reprint of a photo book, featuring Ueno's panda family and the Hama family pandas.
From Rembrandt to Monet and Van Gogh: The Hammer Museum Exhibition
A special exhibition at the Tokyo Metropolitan Art Museum featuring works from Rembrandt to Monet and Van Gogh from the collection of the Hammer Museum.
Ueno Park, Tokyo: Over 200 Dahlias of 120 Varieties Color the Autumn Garden at "Ueno Toshogu Peony Garden Special Festival: Dahlia Aya"
A special festival at Ueno Toshogu Peony Garden showcases over 200 dahlia plants of 120 varieties.
Ikimono Cho ecute Exhibition
A collaboration with the special exhibition "Ikimono Cho World Exhibition," held at ecute Ueno.
Special Exhibition "Super Amazing World of Life: National Museum of Nature and Science Ă— Darwin's Amazing Animals"
A special exhibition on the theme of living things, held at the National Museum of Nature and Science.
Rembrandt the Printmaker: Challenge, Legacy, Impact
An exhibition of Rembrandt's prints at the National Museum of Western Art.
Special Exhibition "Kukai and the Treasures of Shingon Buddhism" Commemorating the 1250th Anniversary of Kobo Daishi's Birth
A special exhibition at the Tokyo National Museum commemorating the 1250th anniversary of the birth of Kobo Daishi.
Books We Want Children to Read: Recommended Child Welfare Cultural Works, FY2024–2025
An exhibition of recommended children's books at the International Library of Children's Literature, National Diet Library.
National Museum of Nature and Science × Research Institute for Humanity and Nature Joint Exhibition "What Now, Humans? — Questioning Earth's Future from the Research Frontlines"
A joint exhibition on the theme of the global environment, held at the National Museum of Nature and Science.
The Geidai Way of Seeing Art: Become a Geidai Student This Summer
An art appreciation exhibition at The University Art Museum, Tokyo University of the Arts.
Tokyo Metropolitan Art Museum 100th Anniversary: Japanese Art from the British Museum Collection – A Profusion of Flowers: Edo Painting Across the Seas
A special exhibition marking the 100th anniversary of the Tokyo Metropolitan Art Museum, presenting Edo-period paintings from the British Museum's Japanese art collection.
Tokyo Metropolitan Art Museum 100th Anniversary: Landscapes of This Place – Ueno, Omuta, Buenos Aires
An exhibition marking the 100th anniversary of the Tokyo Metropolitan Art Museum, featuring landscapes themed on Ueno, Omuta and Buenos Aires.
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[Ueno] "The Lineage of Modern Japanese Art" Opens at the Tokyo Metropolitan Art Museum
A special exhibition tracing Japanese art from the Meiji era to the early Showa era has opened.
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[Ueno] "Dinosaur Expo 2026" Now On at the National Museum of Nature and Science
A special exhibition of dinosaur fossils and life-size reconstructions based on the latest research.