The Nezu Museum, also known as Nezu Bijutsukan, is a museum in Minato City, Tokyo, at 6-5-1 Minami-Aoyama. It sits in the Kanto Region's capital in the Aoyama district, a short walk from the busy streets around it, and it makes a calm change of pace from the city's bustle.
The museum houses pre-modern Japanese and East Asian art. Its collection is especially known for objects connected with the tea ceremony, so visitors interested in the craft and culture of tea will find a good deal to look at. Even without a background in the subject, the displays offer a clear view of the aesthetics that shaped traditional Japanese and East Asian art.
The gardens
The museum is also known for its traditional gardens, which are an integral part of the visit. Many people come as much for the grounds as for the works inside. Walking through the gardens between galleries lets you slow down and see the spaces the museum was designed around.
Planning a visit
- Where: 6-5-1 Minami-Aoyama, Minato City, Tokyo 107-0062, Japan
- Phone: +81-3-3400-2536
- Best suited to: visitors who enjoy classical Japanese and East Asian art, tea culture, and quiet garden walks
Because it is in Aoyama, the museum pairs well with a stroll through the surrounding neighbourhood, with its tree-lined streets, cafés, and shops. Check ahead by phone for current visiting arrangements before you set out.
