Tokyo Opera City Art Gallery

Flow of the course

About this spot

This art museum is inside Tokyo Opera City, a complex directly connected to Hatsudai Station (初台駅). It holds special exhibitions centered on contemporary art, and a notable feature is how often you encounter displays that children can readily grasp, not only paintings but photography, three-dimensional works and video. A high-ceilinged open galleria runs through the building, making it a space that feels good simply to walk through. Restaurants are also on site, so being able to finish lunch right there is a real help for families. Hatagaya Shindo Park is a short walk away.

Tips

Check the official website in advance for the exhibition content, dates, admission fee and closed days. Before entering, tell children to refrain from loud voices and running in the exhibition rooms. You can go around the building with a stroller, but follow the guidance at the entrance when it is crowded. The benches in the galleria are easy to use for a rest and handy for sorting out your belongings.

Best time to visit

About 1 hour 40 minutes. Spending the strong midday sun indoors makes the afternoon easier.

Access & map

〒163-1403 東京都新宿区西新宿３丁目２０−２