The Tokyo National Museum (TNM) collects, houses, and displays an all-encompassing assortment of antiquities and works of art from across Japan and various Asian countries. They also investigate and oversee research pertaining to their collection of photographs, rubbings, and books connected to fine art, and allow scholars to utilize these materials. TNM features several permanent exhibits that include their Japanese Gallery (Honkan), Asian Gallery (Toyokan), Gallery of Horyuji Treasures, and Kuroda Memorial Hall as well as several special exhibits. Some of these traveling exhibits include Celebrating 130 Years of Amity between Japan and Thailand, Thailand: Brilliant Land of the Buddha, and Chanoyu – The Art of Tea Ceremony.

1-3-9 Taito, Uenokoen, 110-8712, Tokyo, Japan, Phone: 81-03-38-22-11-11

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