Overview
The Yokohama Museum of Art is No. 96 in The Art Newspaper's survey of the world's most visited art museums, with 815,931 visitors in 2025. Designed by Kenzo Tange, it opened in 1989 in the Minato Mirai 21 district on Yokohama's waterfront.
After a long renovation, it reopened in 2025. Its collection covers art from the late 19th century to today, with strong holdings of photography and of Japanese and European modern art; it is also a main venue of the Yokohama Triennale.
Best time to visit
Weekday mornings are the quietest. The museum is usually closed on Thursdays; check the official website.
Highlights & collections
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Grand Gallery
The building's monumental stone-clad central hall.
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Collection galleries
Works by Cézanne, Picasso, Dalí and Magritte alongside Japanese modern artists.
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Photography
One of Japan's important photography collections.
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Yokohama Triennale
The international contemporary art festival, held every three years.
Getting there
The museum is at 3-4-1 Minatomirai, Nishi-ku, about 3 minutes' walk from Minatomirai station (Minatomirai Line) and about 10 minutes from Sakuragicho station (JR and subway).
Visiting tips
- Tickets & hours
- Buy tickets online or at the museum. Check the official website for prices and hours.
- Time needed
- One to two hours.
- Currency
- Japanese yen (JPY). Cards are widely accepted, but carry some cash for small restaurants, shrines and markets.
- Visa & entry
- Citizens of many countries, including the US, Canada, the UK, Australia and EU countries, can visit Japan visa-free for short stays. Register on Visit Japan Web (vjw.digital.go.jp) before you fly to get QR codes for immigration and customs. Check Japan's Ministry of Foreign Affairs website for the rules that apply to your passport.
Official information: Yokohama Museum of Art (official website). Check opening hours, prices and entry rules there before you go.
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