Sumida Hokusai Museum

darius savolskis a month ago

To be fair I expected a bit more from this museum. I love Japanese woodblock prints and I saw better exhibitions outside of Japan. Much of the exhibited prints are copies and museum is quite small. Nevertheless, it is interesting to visit. It would not be on the top on my list, but if you have more time- why not to see famous nikishi-e of Hokusai.

Etomia Wilson a month ago

We visited the museum on a cold Wednesday afternoon in early January. We bought the combined ticket to everything and I recommend you do this. The artwork is very accessible, they have and English translation avaliable if need, we didn't use it. The rules about photography could be clearer it said photography without flash was ok but some items had no photography signs by them, as slightly older people without glasses in a dim room we did not see the sign opps. The staff were gracious and welcoming. I recommend you reserve at least 2 hours minimum for this museum, if you like art. It is small but packed with information. The interactive displays were engaging and I should have spent more time on these. The exhibition descriptions in English are good and thought provoking. The shop is tiny, and quite pricey. They do have some affordable gifts / mementos to buy. Given the space they had on the museum it was a magnificent experience.

ATGC 3 months ago

This is the heaven for Hokusai fans. The museum is situated in modern designed building which has 5 floors including basement. There is a playground infront of the museum. The entry fee is 400Yen. Normally visitors can enjoy two exhibition floors 3rd and 4th but due to the preparation for upcoming exhibition- only 4th floor is open. The paintings in the museum are replicas of the original. There are touch screens which tell you the stories behind the paintings ( you can choose the languages- English / Chinese etc). Photos are allowed without flashes ( as per receptionist from the ticket counter). They have small gift shop near the entrance opposite to the ticket counter. It took me around 45 minutes to 1 hour to look through and taking pictures. The museum may not be for everyone but if you are Hokusai fans- this is must place to visit in Tokyo.

Pedro de Pedra 3 months ago

Disrespectful to visitors on 5 December 2023. Permanent exhibition limited to only one small room with replicas. The rest of the museum is in preparation for the special exhibition Hokusai & Samurai starting 14 December 2023. I planned my trip to this museum. Consulting their official website beforehand, including the plan your visit part. Nowhere is there mention of the almost complete closure of the museum. Only upon arrival when buying your ticket do they inform you that only one small room with replicas is open. Since already there you expect the better of it. Within 30 minutes including a visit to the shop you are outside. What a shame not informing your visitors very clear on your website beforehand.

Annie Time 4 months ago

I am a big fan of Hokusai art. The is only one section of the area you can take photo and only the art has photo ok logo, there are art that have a icon no photo is allow. If you are not sure best to ask the staff. Love it story and the art!