The Mitsubishi Ichigokan Museum is located in Tokyo’s Marunouchi district, and the venue offers a unique blend of art and history. Just a short walk away from Tokyo Station, this museum focuses on modern art from the late 19th to early 20th century, showcasing works by artists such as Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec, Odilon Redon, and Félix Vallotton. Opened in 2010, the museum hosts several exhibitions per year, which are carefully curated to align with the period’s artistic movements.
Housed in a faithful reconstruction of the original Mitsubishi Ichigokan building, the museum is an architectural landmark in its own right. Designed by British architect Josiah Conder in 1894, the original structure was Tokyo’s first Western-style office building. Although it was demolished in 1968, the building was meticulously rebuilt over 40 years later, using historical documents, photographs, and even preserved materials from the original structure to recreate its Queen Anne-style design.
Beyond its exhibitions, the museum features Café 1894, a stylish café that preserves elements of the building’s past, and Store 1894, offering a variety of art-related goods for purchase. Visitors can also explore the Marunouchi History Archive, which delves into the district’s transformation over time.
Ticketing and Admission Information
Please note that admission fees to the museum vary depending on the exhibition. We would recommend checking the official museum website before your visit to ascertain pricing.
The museum is closed every Monday, unless that Monday falls on a public holiday. Walking access to the museum is shown in the video below:
