Pokémon-themed fossil exhibition travels to museums across Japan
2021-04-22 Thu
The National Museum of Nature and Science is revitalising regions across Japan by introducing unique collaborative exhibitions to local museums. The first collaboration will see…
The Fascinating Memorial Museum for Soldiers, Detainees in Siberia, and Post-war Repatriates
Don't be put off by the cumbersome name. The Memorial Museum for Soldiers, Detainees in Siberia, and Post-war Repatriates is a fascinating place. Though little-known,…
Gorgeous Snow Crystal Museum closed due to pandemic could reopen if you spread the word
2020-11-13 Fri
Kento Araki 荒木健太郎 (@arakencloud) is a researcher at the Meteorological Research Institute of Japan, where he studies the mechanism of cloud formations and their impact…
Japan Travel Guide: The Seiko Museum in Ginza
The Seiko Museum is a popular spot to visit in Japan and is operated by no other than Seiko, the worldwide known watch manufacturer. In…
Retro, Vintage, and Cars: A day at the Megaweb History Garage in Odaiba
Do you fancy retro items and vintage aesthetics or are you a fan of the Showa Period or old cars? At the Megaweb History Garage,…
A visit to the Tokyo Metro Museum in Kasai
2020-08-10 Mon
Now that the state of emergency has been lifted, Tokyo's museums are once again welcoming visitors. The Tokyo Metro Museum offers a fascinating look at…
How we became modern: a trip to Tokyo Advertising Museum
The Tokyo Advertising Museum in Shinbashi is the only museum dedicated to the history of advertising in Japan. It was opened in 2002 to commemorate…
Japanese illustrator's "Real 'Museum Girls'" series reinterprets classic paintings in SNS age
2020-07-22 Wed
As you can guess from the header image showing Vermeer's "The Girl with a Pearl Earring" and Leonardo da Vinci's "Mona Lisa" enjoying selfies together,…
Inside Doraemon's Museum: A visit to the Fujiko F Fujio Museum in Kawasaki City
Fujiko F Fujio is the pen name of the manga artists duo that brought to life one of Japan's most beloved characters, Doraemon, the robot…
Escape Lockdown with a VR Tour of the National Museum of Nature and Science
2020-05-12 Tue
With almost the whole world under lockdown, people have been coming up with new and innovative new ways to keep themselves occupied and entertained whilst…
Kimono: Timeless Treasures on Display at London's Victoria & Albert Museum until 6/21
Duncan Bartlett for JAPAN Forward A major new exhibition at London's Victoria and Albert Museum celebrates the kimono's elegant history. It also displays its dynamic…
"Ainu Museum" dedicated to the indigenous people of North Japan to open this spring
April 2020 will see the unveiling of the Upopoy National Ainu Museum and Park in Hokkaido. The museum will open in Shirai, Hokkaido to celebrate…
UK Museum sets up Hinamatsuri dolls to celebrate the Japanese Festival
Bristol Museum & Art Gallery has put up two sets of Hinamatsuri dolls in celebration of the Japanese festival. The display, which is sponsored by…
The Museum of Contemporary Art Tokyo
The Museum of Contemporary Art Tokyo is one of Japan's largest contemporary art museums. Between six and eight temporary exhibitions are held every year, but…
Japan Guide: Visit Otaru during winter
Otaru is a small city located in Hokkaido Prefecture and you can get there in around thirty minutes from Sapporo Station, using the rapid line….