What other travelers are saying about Yokohama Museum of Art
① Access from Tokyo
From Tokyo Station, take the Tokaido Line to Yokohama Station, transfer to the Minatomirai Line, and ride to Minatomirai Station (40 min). 5-minute walk from Minatomirai Station.
② Cost
Train fare: ¥700, Admission: ¥2000
③ Review
A museum conveniently located near Minatomirai Station. Its stylish architecture complements the modern landscape of the Minatomirai area.
The Kanai wing is divided into temporary exhibitions and permanent exhibitions on opposite sides. The layout is well-designed, allowing visitors to naturally transition to the permanent exhibition after viewing the temporary one.
The February 2026 special exhibition is titled "Always Beside You." It explores the exchange of art between Japan and Korea. The scope is broad, ranging from works related to the identity of Koreans in Japan to pieces that served as an antithesis to East-West division, including groundbreaking satellite broadcasts that connected the world at the time.
A fascinating museum that can't be fully experienced in a short time.
The museum displays modern and contemporary art from the late 19th century onward. The collection includes European works by Cézanne, Picasso, Magritte, and Dalí, and Japanese pieces by Yokoyama Taikan and Kishida Ryusei. The museum maintains a significant photography collection and features artists connected to Yokohama's international history.
Plan 1.5 to 2 hours for the permanent collection only, or 2.5 to 3 hours if visiting both permanent and special exhibitions.
Photography is generally prohibited in special exhibition galleries. Some permanent collection areas may allow photography without flash. Check posted signage at each exhibition entrance for specific rules.
The museum provides English signage for major works and English pamphlets at the information desk. Audio guides may be available for certain special exhibitions. The information desk staff can assist with basic inquiries in English.
Yes. Children junior high school age and younger receive free admission to the permanent collection. Strollers are permitted in most areas. The museum occasionally offers children's workshops during school holidays that may require advance booking.
In the centre of Yokohama you will find the art gallery. The entry fee is approx 1000yen per adult entry or 3600 for 2 adult. The collection is relatively small in size but some amazing well known artists. The staff are super friendly and helpful. Easy walk from all of the other Yokohama sites. Good if you have a few spare hours.
The art museum with beautiful exterior.
They hold special exhibitions with different themes several times a year.
Yokohama was a small fishing village until around 1850.
But after the international port was built, it developed rapidly and became the metropolis like today.
The exhibition introducing the history of Yokohama was very interesting.
But I don't know if these exhibits are always on display.
A very emotional experience.
The art is curated so well that I am actually considering coming back again soon because they actually changed the exhibition every 3 months or so.
Just a friendly reminder for special exhibition you always have to book ahead because they always sell out.
The building itself is beautiful. A rich collection of Japanese and European art (Dali, Magritte, Kandinsky, Bacon, Ernst and more) with descriptions also in English.
