I found The Sumida Hokusai Museum well worth the stop, but it definitely helps to check the exhibition schedule first if you’re hoping to see a particular highlight. The permanent collection still gives a solid look at Hokusai’s work, and the museum itself makes for a very worthwhile visit overall. I’d plan ahead a little, then enjoy the rest of the experience.
A really interesting place to visit, especially if you appreciate art, architecture, and Japanese culture.
I particularly loved the architecture of the Sumida Hokusai Museum. The building itself is modern, distinctive, and beautifully designed, and it creates a very interesting contrast with the historical world of Hokusai.
Inside, we had the opportunity to learn more about Hokusai’s life and work through the exhibition. It was fascinating to see his artistic journey and get a better understanding of the person behind some of Japan’s most iconic artworks.
A very enjoyable cultural experience and definitely worth visiting if you are interested in Hokusai, Japanese art, or simply want to discover a different side of Tokyo.
It's worth a visit if you like Hokusai's work. You can only take pictures in one room, not sure why. What stood out to me was the long picture scroll "Scenery on Both Banks of the Sumida River", I went around it twice while analyzing it. If you think you're going to see the original "The Great Wave off Kanagawa" here, you won't, because it was a woodblock print and many copies of them were made.
If you want to see the masterpiece, be sure to check the exhibition schedule beforehand, as it isn't always included in the permanent collection. That said, it is absolutely worth a visit!
You'll discover the incredible impact Katsushika Hokusai 葛飾北齋had on various Japanese industries, which widely adopted his drawing guidebooks. It makes for a fascinating learning experience. I was also deeply impressed by the artwork of his daughter, Katsushika Ōi 葛飾應為, even though the museum only displays reproductions rather than her original pieces 🥲. Overall, it's a truly meaningful experience to explore the life and artistic history of this pioneering master.
Very informative visit on Hukusai. Most of the works are replicas - so there are almost no originals. There are some interactive activities. The disposition of the art is very well thought of. No pictures allowed.
