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Tokyo Metropolitan Teien Art Museum

Tokyo Metropolitan Teien Art Museum

4.44,773 reviews
Art deco mansion · serene gardens · historic architecture
📍 5-chōme-21-9 Shirokanedai, Minato City, Tokyo 108-0071, Japan
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Hours
  • Monday: Closed
  • Tuesday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
  • Wednesday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
  • Thursday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
  • Friday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
  • Saturday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
  • Sunday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM

About

Art deco former residence of Prince Asaka, housing museum hosting temporary art exhibition program.

The full picture

This museum is the former Art Deco residence of Prince Asaka, housing temporary art exhibitions within its meticulously preserved 1930s interiors and expansive gardens.

It is ideal for architecture buffs, history enthusiasts, and those looking for a calm, refined retreat in the Shirokanedai neighborhood.

Visit when a temporary exhibition is active to see the building interiors, as the main house sometimes closes between shows.

💡 Entrance tickets use timed entry slots, so arrive exactly at your scheduled time as early entry is not permitted.

Visitors love
  • stunning art deco architecture
  • serene and balanced gardens
  • well-preserved 1920s interiors
  • knowledgeable and courteous staff
  • spacious curated galleries
Some note
  • strict timed entry slots
  • video recording prohibited
  • expensive souvenir shop
  • building closed between exhibitions

Good to know

good for kids?
Yes, there are gardens and a koi pond suitable for families and photos.
OK on a rainy day?
Yes, the museum galleries and Annex offer indoor space, though the gardens are best enjoyed in dry weather.
how long to stay?
Not mentioned in reviews
reservation needed?
Yes, entry is restricted to the specific time frame printed on your ticket.
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Visitor reviews

★★★★★Gitaku “Yize” Z · 4 months ago
The Tokyo Metropolitan Teien Art Museum is a rare pocket of calm in the middle of the city. Located in Shirogane-dai—an area often associated with wealth, celebrities, or what people in Japan casually call “セレブ”—the museum feels quiet, refined, and slightly removed from the fast pace of Tokyo. Unfortunately, at the time of my visit, the museum building itself was closed (I believe until the end of March), so access was limited to the outer grounds and gardens. Still, the experience was far from disappointing. The garden alone is worth the visit. There’s a deep sense of silence and balance her
★★★★★Henry Chen · 6 months ago
An exceptional museum that truly highlights the depth of Tokyo’s art scene. The galleries are spacious, the exhibitions are curated with real care, and the overall flow makes it easy to enjoy each piece at your own pace. I also appreciated how knowledgeable and courteous the staff were throughout the visit. The building itself is impressive—clean, calm, and thoughtfully designed.
★★★★★Jean Kilroe · 6 months ago
I'm a massive fan of FLW and 1920s architecture. This building delivers, it is so elegant and refined with beautiful woodwork in the doors, gorgeous wallpapers, streamlined lighting and ironmongery fixtures and fireplaces. Most beautiful. Bonus to have the jewellry exhibit of Van Cleef and Arpels.
★★★misotam · 6 months ago
This is used to be the residence of Prince Asaka, and was converted to a small museum that has regular art exhibition. The building itself is well preserved and the interior has been left not of less as when Asaka left it. Very charming art deco style with an extension wing. There is a large open space with a few pieces of sculptures, and a charming tea house and small Japanese garden. However, as a Chinese, walking through these conveys a deep sense of uneasiness, given Asaka atrocious history alleged war crime and his instrumental role in the Nanjing massacres. To think that Asaka lived here
★★★★★Gennalyn D Christian · 12 months ago
If you love historical place and stuff, you gonna love this place. So much to see and so much stuff that will amaze you. Worth to visit .they have mini pond with koi fish and 2 garden that perfect for family photos etc. Note: entrance ticket fee -1000 yen, you can only enter within the time frame on your ticket. No early check in. Taking photos inside the museum is allowed but not video taking. There is souvenir stuff available for sale on their shop located at their Annex but pricey.