Museum of Contemporary Art Tokyo 東京都現代美術館

4-1-1 Miyoshi, Koto City, Tokyo

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An impressive array of art at Japan's largest contemporary art museum

The Museum of Contemporary Art Tokyo (MOT) opened in March 1995 with the goals of promoting contemporary art and strengthening the foundations of fine art culture. It focuses on art from the 20th century to the present day, including works by both Japanese and international artists. One of the largest contemporary art museums in Japan, it marked its 30th anniversary in 2025.

The museum hosts the MOT Collection and temporary exhibitions. A collection of about 6,000 works is introduced here according to various themes and perspectives, with featured exhibitions and interactive exhibitions of works from artists in the museum’s collection, exhibitions examining the history and trends of contemporary art, and exhibitions cutting across various time periods, regions and genres. Temporary exhibitions display works from a variety of genres such as fashion, design, and architecture, with each exhibition always attracting substantial attention.

Photo Kenta Hasegawa

Aside from a library with around 280,000 books and reference materials related to art, as well as a shop with a lineup of unique products made by artists, the museum also has a chic restaurant and cafe. The museum is situated on the east side of Tokyo. Combine your visit with a walk around nearby Kiba Park, Ginza or Akihabara or a visit to Tokyo Skytree. Visit the Museum of Contemporary Art Tokyo for a truly immersive art experience.

Photo Kenta Hasegawa

How to Get There

Kiyosumi-shirakawa StationTokyo Metro Hanzomon LineExit B29 min on foot

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Opening Hours	10:00-18:00 TuesdaysWednesdaysThursdaysFridaysSaturdaysSundaysHolidays Changes depending on the season and/or time period Last entry 30 minutes before closing Closing days: MondaysNew Year's holidaysIf a scheduled closing falls on a public holiday, the facility will remain open on the holiday and close the next day. *Between exhibitions
Price	CashVisaJCBMasterCardAMEXUnionPayAlipay Varies per exhibition or screening
Facility Info	RestroomsDining facilitiesNon-smoking areasParkingWiFi JapaneseEnglish JapaneseEnglish Disabled parkingAutomatic doorsWheelchair rampEscalatorElevatorWheelchair accessible elevatorMulti-purpose toiletOstomate restroomsToilet with handrailsDiaper changing facilitiesBaby chair/high chairWheelchair loanStroller loanBreast feeding roomAccessible communication formats

For updated information on opening hours, closings, prices, and more, please check the official website or ask the facility directly.