Tokyo National Museum

Welcome to the building that’s home to Japan’s largest collection of art and archaeological treasures! Founded in 1872, this is also the oldest museum in the country. A vast collection of over 3 000 works spread across five different wings, this museum offers a sweeping journey through Japan’s history and traditions as you’ll come across Buddhist artworks, traditional costumes, samurai swords, and archaeological artifacts. An ideal way to step back in time and explore treasures from ancient eras to modern times. Among its priceless exhibits are 87 objects classified as National Treasures, and more than 630 as Important Cultural Properties. Furthermore, how could we forget temporary exhibitions, a finishing touch to the visit, as well as the outdoor garden gallery. A great way to get to know the locals and their traditions, craftmanship, textiles, pottery, and many other domains. A bit complicated to explore everything as there’s so much to see, but that’s the beauty of it: you’re free to choose the themes that interest you the most and dive into the culture of one of the world’s most populated countries.