
Culture
The best of Tokyo culture – art, music, theatre, film, TV and more

Art
What's on right now at Tokyo's most popular art museums and galleries

Film
10 films to catch at the 2025 Tokyo International Film Festival
Of the over 100 films to choose from, these are our top picks for a well-rounded experience

Art
Paid content
Travel to Shimane for a date with Japan’s first fashion superstar
This landmark retrospective celebrates the trailblazing career of designer Hanae Mori in her place of birth

Art
5 best art day trips from Tokyo
These destinations for art and museum lovers are less than two hours from Tokyo, with art by Yayoi Kusama and Rothko

Art
teamLab Planets has expanded with new artworks
The massive extension of the digital art museum includes new areas such as 'Catching and Collecting Extinct Forest' and 'Athletics Forest'
Advertising
New and upcoming

Art
In photos: T3 Photo Festival Tokyo returns for a city-wide exhibition
Works by internationally celebrated photographers are displayed in neighbourhoods immediately east of Tokyo Station

Film
'Angel's Egg' is releasing an art book and coming to theatres in 4K this November
This year marks the 40th anniversary of the enigmatic cult classic

Theatre
The Summer Hikaru Died is getting a stage play in Tokyo
The stage production of the popular manga will take place January 9-18 2026 in Shinjuku
Most popular art events right now
Art
Andy Warhol: Serial Portraits – Selected Works from the Collection
Pop art impresario Andy Warhol (1928–1987) blurred the boundaries between high culture and mass consumption, transforming everyday objects and the...
Art
Chanel presents la Galerie du 19M Tokyo
Founded by Chanel in Paris in 2021, le19M is a ground-breaking hub that brings together 11 maisons d’art and over 700 artisans, dedicated to preserving...
Art
Art Deco and Fashion
Women’s emancipation was in full swing at the beginning of the twentieth century and had a considerable influence on fashion. The interwar period saw...
Art
Van Gogh’s Home: The Van Gogh Museum. The Painter’s Legacy, the Family Collection, the Ongoing Story
Van Gogh’s Home: The Van Gogh Museum. The Painter’s Legacy, the Family Collection, the Ongoing Story
Few artists have touched the soul of modern art as profoundly as Vincent van Gogh (1853–1890). In a mere decade, the Dutchman produced an astonishing...
Art
The Architecture of Sou Fujimoto: Primordial Future Forest
In the news for his role as the designer of the Expo 2025 site, Sou Fujimoto is an architect whose work explores the relationship between nature and...
Advertising
The best art in Tokyo
Art
Best art museums in Tokyo
Our picks for the best art museums in Tokyo, from traditional Japanese paintings to Renaissance classics and contemporary works
Art
Best contemporary art galleries in Tokyo
Art in Tokyo extends beyond the museums. Find art by established and up-and-coming artists at these influential galleries
Art
The top spots to see graffiti and street art in Tokyo
From back-alley walls to building facades, these outdoor spots feature the city’s best street art and graffiti
Art
The best of Yokohama art scene
The top galleries, art venues and exhibitions spaces you should not miss in Yokohama
Art
Best public art sculptures in Tokyo
Besides Tokyo's art museums and galleries, the city also boasts many art pieces that are free to see out in the open
Art
Best things to do in Tokyo for photography lovers
Want to find some photographic inspiration while you’re in Tokyo? Put these galleries, museum, speciality shops and darkroom on your list
Film & TV

Film
Best Japanese movies and series with English subtitles on Netflix
Binge-worthy, locally produced titles to add to your watch list

Film
The best documentaries about Japanese food
Learn about the history, flavours and techniques of Japanese cooking with Anthony Bourdain, David Chang, Niki Nakayama, Jiro Ono and more

The best of the Tokyo music scene

Music
Best live music venues in Tokyo
Tokyo has one of the most exciting local music scenes in the world, with top-notch talents on display any night of the week

Music
Best jazz bars in Tokyo
Tokyo is Asia's jazz capital, with great shows taking place daily in tiny bars and mega-clubs

Nightlife
Best music bars in Tokyo
A laidback drinking experience, music bars are known for their curated playlists and extensive vinyl collections