[2025 Tokyo Attraction] Travel Guide for The Sumida Hokusai Museum (Updated Jun)

#ArtGallery #100 Ways to Travel 🕰️Opening Hours: 9:30am to 5:30pm 📍Address: 10 minutes walk from Tokyo Metro Ryokoku Station 💰Average consumption per person: 400 yen per person 💞Reason for recommendation: Tokyo Sumida Hokusai Art Museum is a characteristic art gallery that showcases traditional Japanese art. Unlike the general modern abstraction, it mainly displays traditional Japanese drawings, art-made works, rich colors, and you can learn about the history of art development in the past ❤️ Very good

Not far from Ryogoku Station on the sandy Children's Park stands a huge modern building that looks like a silver English letter "N". This ultra-modern and abstract building is the #SumidaHokusai Museum of Art, which exhibits the works of Ukiyo-e master #KatsushikaHokusai. Everything happened by accident. I was searching for indoor itineraries because it was raining, and I couldn't visit teamLab without making an appointment in advance. I searched the keyword "museum" on Google Maps, and was unexpectedly attracted by the appearance of this Ryogoku Art Museum in Sumida Ward. I changed into waterproof white shoes and came here in the rain. It just so happens that the exhibition is changing today, and Katsushika Hokusai’s famous masterpiece #Fuyue三六景The Great Wave off Kanagawa, yes, is the picture on the 1000 yen banknote that will be issued in July! The huge waves of Kanagawa River and the snow-capped Mount Fuji in the distance are sketched in Ukiyo-e style. The works are combined in various products and applications, which is similar to Taiwan's cultural and creative IP products. It's a pity that the original works of the masters cannot be photographed. There is also the #富岳十三六景圣坎奈川潮浪里 made of Lego bricks and mosaic bricks, which actually has an NFT issuance and various joint combinations. It looks super easy to buy. The permanent exhibition introduces the life of Katsushika Hokusai and the evolution of Ukiyo-e creation. The completely black space is matched with recessed lights and acrylic display stands to create a mysterious and surreal atmosphere. There are also lifelike wax figures of Mr. Hokusai painting, which are so lifelike and amazing! You can spend about 30-60 minutes in this small exhibition hall. You can’t take pictures inside, so just take more pictures of this super cool building outside. As it has just opened, there are quite a lot of people, half of them are Japanese and half of them are foreigners. There are almost no tourists from Taiwan, Mainland China and South Korea. The ticket price is ¥1,500, so it is considered a less popular attraction! Sumida Hokusai Museum Sumida Hokusai Museum of Art Opening hours: 0930-1730 Address: 2 Chome-7-2 Kamezawa, Sumida City, Tokyo 130-0014 Japan #日本探店 #东京景点 #KatsushikaHokusai #36 Views of Mount Fuji: The Great Wave off Kanagawa #Ukiyoe #Sumida Hokusai Museum

The Sumida Hokusai Museum is a place where you can experience the world of Katsushika Hokusai and ukiyo-e, such as Thirty-six Views of Mount Fuji. Sumida is a familiar area for Katsushika Hokusai (1760-1849), an ukiyo-e artist active in the late Edo period. It is said that he spent much of his life in this area. The Sumida Hokusai Museum is built in this area. There are many exhibits that allow you to get up close and personal with Hokusai's lifestyle and replicas of his works. (Permanent Exhibition Room) Admission fee is 400 yen and up. Closed every Monday (subject to change due to holidays, etc.) Opening hours are 9:30-17:30. The museum is located at 2-7-2 Kamezawa, Sumida-ku, Tokyo 130-0014, a 5-minute walk from Ryogoku Station on the Oedo Subway Line and 9 minutes from Ryogoku Station on the JR Lines. #Tokyo #Tokyo sightseeing #Tokyo trip #Ryogoku #Sumida Ward #Art museum #Katsushika Hokusai

Tokyo Architecture Walk 🚶‍♂️ Sumida Hokusai Museum The beautiful building with its impressive aluminum panels and slits was designed by Kazuyo Sejima of SANAA, a global star in the architectural world. The building was built according to the concept of "integrating with the park, dividing the volume with slits, and harmonizing with the area without having a backside." You can enjoy the interesting spatial composition that cannot be understood from just the plan, and the architecture that changes its appearance depending on the sunlight and the movement of the clouds is so beautiful that you can't stop looking at it.

#cityplaybook #stunningview #historicallandmarks Step into the vibrant world of Katsushika Hokusai, the artistic genius behind The Great Wave off Kanagawa, at the stunning Sumida Hokusai Museum in Tokyo. Just minutes from Ryogoku—the heart of sumo—you’ll discover a futuristic building that holds the timeless beauty of Edo-period Japan. Designed by world-renowned architect Kazuyo Sejima, the museum’s sleek, mirrored exterior reflects the neighborhood’s energy while inviting you inside a sanctuary of art and imagination. Here, you’ll find over 1,800 works, including rare sketches, dynamic woodblock prints, and immersive recreations of Hokusai’s own studio. Explore high-tech exhibits, rotating special showcases, and learn how a man from Sumida influenced artists from Monet to Murakami—and even inspired the waves of modern design around the world. Highlights include: A life-size model of Hokusai’s workshop Digital displays that bring ukiyo-e prints to life Rare glimpses into his surreal, sometimes mystical artworks Perfect for art lovers, culture seekers, and creative minds, the Sumida Hokusai Museum is more than a museum—it’s a journey through the eye of a master who saw the world in waves and color. #SumidaHokusaiMuseum #CityPlaybook #TokyoArtTrip #HokusaiWave #JapaneseMasters #UkiyoeArt #CulturalTokyo #ArtDestinations #ExploreJapan #ArchitecturalGem

In Tokyo, there are places that may not be grand or ostentatious, yet they quietly captivate you. The Sumida Hokusai Museum, located in Sumida Ward, is one such gem. Dedicated to the legendary ukiyo-e master Katsushika Hokusai, the museum was designed by renowned Japanese architect Kazuyo Sejima. The futuristic building features uniquely angled silver aluminum panels, creating a sense of spaciousness while seamlessly blending into the surrounding community and park without appearing out of place. To achieve the perfect proportions, the architect reportedly created 64 models for testing. The final design intentionally matches the scale of the nearby residential buildings, avoiding an imposing or overwhelming presence and showing genuine respect for the community's atmosphere. As you walk through the park towards the museum, you'll notice that it has entrances on all four sides, ensuring that your stroll remains uninterrupted no matter which direction you approach from. Inside, the museum houses over 1,800 works by Hokusai, including the iconic "The Great Wave off Kanagawa." Seeing it up close, you can't help but marvel at Hokusai's genius. Throughout his life, he loved experimenting with different techniques, incorporating elements of Chinese ink painting and even European methods to create his unique style. One notable piece, "Shell Gathering at Low Tide," depicts a group of people collecting shells on the beach during low tide. The foreground features rocks rendered with ink wash effects, while Mount Fuji and the clouds in the background have a thick, oil-paint-like texture. Viewing it in person is truly awe-inspiring. At the end of my visit, I stood by the glass window and looked out, feeling that the entire museum itself is like a quiet storytelling artwork. It's understated yet layered, with the paintings inside and the architecture outside both inviting you to linger a little longer. Address: 2-7-2 Kamezawa, Sumida Ward, Tokyo Access: About a 10-minute walk from Ryogoku Station Opening Hours: 9:30 AM - 5:30 PM (Last admission at 5:00 PM) Closed on Mondays (or the following day if Monday is a public holiday) Though not large, this museum is rich in content, perfect for those who enjoy quietly appreciating art and architecture. Take your time, and you'll discover many delightful details.

#Spring0yentrip "The Sumida Hokusai Museum, which exhibits the works of Katsushika Hokusai, an Edo period ukiyo-e artist, is also attracting attention for its architectural design. The building was designed by world-renowned architect Kazuyo Sejima and features a futuristic form. 🔹 Highlights Sophisticated metallic design✨. The exterior is photogenic The multiple slits are distinctive, highlighting the beauty of light and shadow🌞 The interior is compact, but you can immerse yourself in Hokusai's worldview🎨 🔹 Tips If you like architecture, take a good look at the exterior👀. The reflected light changes depending on the time of day Photography is not allowed inside the museum, so make sure to burn it into your memory👓 We also recommend walking down Hokusai Street and visiting the places associated with Hokusai🚶♂️ 🚇 Access: 5 minutes on foot from Ryogoku Station on the Toei Oedo Line 9 minutes on foot from Ryogoku Station on the JR Sobu Line

⁡ 【Tokyo / #SumidaHokusaiMuseum】 The exterior looks like a spaceship 🪐🚀 Lots of people from overseas came here! The road leading to this park is called Hokusai Street◎ ⁡ ⁡This spot is packed with the charm of Katsushika Hokusai, a genius painter from the Edo period. The modern building excites you from the outside, and once inside, you'll find a row of masterpieces including "Thirty-six Views of Mount Fuji." You can learn about Hokusai's life and behind the scenes of his work, so it's recommended for art lovers as well as those interested in history. The special exhibitions change regularly, so you can enjoy it as many times as you like! It's close to Ryogoku Station and has excellent access. It was a place where you could immerse yourself in the world of Hokusai and your senses were stimulated. #DomesticTravelTrip

This is the Katsushika Hokusai Museum in Sumida Ward. It is located near Ryogoku. The permanent exhibition costs 400 yen, and there is an additional admission fee for special exhibitions. They hold unique special exhibitions on a regular basis. The permanent exhibition features replicas of Hokusai's works, and you can learn about Hokusai's career and each of his works using touch panels. There was also a replica of a Hokusai manga on display. This museum made it easy to understand Hokusai's passion and history for his creative activities over the years. The museum building is also cool in its unique shape. #KatsushikaHokusai #Museum

unique view of Tokyo tower from The Sumida Hokusai Museum

Katsushika Hokusai is a renowned Japanese illustrator who showed a talent for drawing from a young age. Throughout different periods, he developed his own innovative styles and was a prolific creator. Here, you can find his works from various times, including audio-visual and interactive exhibits. On the first floor, there is also a library and special exhibitions of his famous works. Nearby, you can visit his former residence and memorial statue. Many of his works are also printed on Uniqlo clothing.

Here are 9 recommended museums and art galleries in Tokyo (9 best Museums in Tokyo)👪 It's perfect for visiting alone, with your partner, or with your whole family! . For those who love visiting museums, viewing art, or seeing cutting-edge science exhibitions, but only in Tokyo, you can put these places on your travel list! . ・Miraikan Museum ・Tokyo National Museum ・The Sumida Hokusai Museum ・National Museum of Nature and Science・Tokyo ・Mori Art Museum ・Ghibli Museum ・Museum of Contemporary Art Tokyo ・Artizon Museum ・The National Art Center・Tokyo Note: Some areas of the museum may not be included in the admission fee, and some areas may not allow selfie sticks or Bring a large camera to use while visiting the museum. • Access: You can get there from Haneda Airport or Narita Airport! Then take the JR train to Tokyo Station.

#June Travel Support Fund Event An art museum where you can see the works of the master Hokusai. The exterior of the museum is beautiful and the philosophy is also great. It is small, so even if you look around slowly, 1~2 hours is enough. It is about a 10-minute walk from the subway station. If the weather is good, it is a good distance to walk lightly.

#MeAndTravel A museum dedicated to Hokusai, located in Sumida, a place associated with Katsushika Hokusai. It is about a 10-minute walk from Ryogoku Station. It is a new museum that opened in 2016, and the architecture of the building itself is unique. Many of the exhibits are digitalized, so it feels like a museum of the new era. Most of the exhibits are replicas. You can learn about Hokusai through a compact display covering his life from birth to his death. Many foreign tourists visit the museum, and the souvenir corner is also very popular. #SumidaWard #Museum

The Hokusai Museum, which opened on November 22, 2016, is located in the Sumida district of Tokyo and primarily exhibits the works of Katsushika Hokusai, a Ukiyo-e painter from the late Edo period. Ukiyo-e is an art form that flourished in Japan from the 17th to the 19th century. Creators used woodblock printing and hand painting to depict a variety of subjects, including landscapes, plants, animals, figures, and erotic scenes.

#artgallery #museum #japan #tokyo #katsushikahokusai This is a museum that specializes in Katsushika Hokusai, and there are many of his works. You can view Thirty-six Views of Mount Fuji and manga on the touch screen. There were more foreign visitors than Japanese. It was designed by Japanese architect Kazuyo Sejima. The contrast between the slits in the building and the soft mirror-finished aluminum panels and glass on the exterior walls is very beautiful. It's compact in size, so you can easily stop by after a public bath or a walk.

On the edge of the hustle and bustle of Tokyo, there is a place, quiet and profound, it is the hometown of the famous Ukiyo-e master Katsushika Hokusai - The Hokusai Museum. Not only does it house the masterpieces of Hokusai's life, but it is also a haven where one can temporarily escape from the impetuous society and retrieve inner peace. Stepping into the gate of the Hokusai Museum, the sunlight shines through the tall windows, sprinkling in the quiet exhibition hall, where Hokusai's works quietly hang on the wall, each one is a story, telling the past years and distant scenery. Walking in this quiet space, I feel as if I have traveled through time and space, meeting Hokusai in that colorful world; I seem to be able to hear the hustle and bustle and tranquility of the Edo period under Hokusai's pen, and feel his pursuit of beauty and love for life. Every detail here makes people forget the passage of time and immerse themselves in that distant and beautiful world. The greatness of Hokusai lies not only in his artistic talent, but also in his love for life and persistence in self. In this rapidly changing society, we are often troubled by impetuosity and anxiety, forgetting the true voice of our hearts and the pursuit of a good life. In this impetuous society, what we may need is such a quiet space, which allows us to have the opportunity to stop, listen to our own voices, and find that simple and true self.

"These exhibition areas are under repair. Only the replica area is open for visitors." When I first heard this, I was confused and felt unfair. Why is it that after traveling a long way by subway to Ryogoku and then walking here, all you can see are replicas of Hokusai's Ukiyo-e paintings? It is called the Sumida Hokusai Museum, and I thought it would respect the place where Mr. Hokusai grew up and lived, and collect the most representative paintings. However, now that we are here, there is no turning back. So I bought a ticket and went in. There is a grass park in front of the art museum, where children and their parents play football, play, jump rope, and run together in the early morning and at noon on holidays. This is very convenient for holiday family trips. When you come to the exhibition area, some famous paintings will of course be on display. I was particularly impressed by the painting "Dragon Leaping Over Fuji", which is also collected in the Hokusai Museum in Nagano. It is a fusion of ink painting, ukiyo-e, fine brushwork and Western realism, with a transcendent artistic conception. In fact, the so-called Ukiyo-e is divided into brush paintings and printed prints. Most of them belong to the latter, including "The Great Wave" and "The Great Wave off Kanagawa". Therefore, replicas are very common, because as long as there is a template, the same structure can be printed, with only differences in color, layer, material, and age. Due to his high output, Hokusai's works are scattered in different museums. This time, we will specifically introduce his life, achievements, and creative periods, which will help fans and those who are curious about Ukiyo-e to get a glimpse of the master's growth process, learn from his own creations, and learn more about the master's massive works, genres, and breakthroughs in addition to his masterpieces. Moreover, after the visit, you can also take a walk around the place where he grew up. As for the reference places, related shrines and deeds of the people in his paintings, you have to go to the Sumida Hokusai Museum to find out! #OverseasTravel #Japan #JapanTravel #TokyoFreeTravel #KatsushikaHokusai #TokyoTravel #ArtExhibition #ArtMuseum #JapanAttractions #TokyoGoodPlaces #TokyoMuseum #CulturalTour #tripmoments

#tokyotrip A place for Hokusai FC, the museum is located at Sumida City, closed to Ryogoku Station. The building of the museum looks modern.They features permanent exhibition, that you can learn about the life and work of Hokusai, and the the special exhibition, which was under the bird theme during the time of my visit .The collections are quite limited, and most of them are replicas ( probably all of them). It is not allowed to take pictures in the exhibition areas. By the way, there is a museum shop that you can buy a real handcraft woodblock prints, which serves as an impressive souvenir. Will recommend if you have spare time to spend