National Museum of Western Art

The National Museum of Western Art is located within the zoo and museum complex in Ueno Park. It was established in 1959 and is the only national institution in Japan that caters to western art. The museum has long been involved in and devoted to research, conservation, and documentation, and the exhibitions and publication of materials are connected to Western art. It is centered on the Matsukata Collection and highlights Auguste Rodin’s sculptures and Impressionist paintings. The museum exhibits not only Matsukata’s collection, but also artwork from the Renaissance to the beginning of the 20^th century, featuring several permanent collections and special exhibitions each year.

7-7, Uenokoen, Taito, 110-0007, Tokyo, Japan, Phone: 81-03-38-28-51-31

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