Orsay Museum Collection "Joy of Living Now" Exhibition at Tokyo Metropolitan Art Museum
Tokyo Metropolitan Art Museum's 100th anniversary exhibition features "Joy of Living Now" from the Musée d'Orsay, displaying approx. 110 works. Explore 19th-century art capturing the joy of everyday life and resilience.
The Tokyo Metropolitan Art Museum celebrates its 100th anniversary with a special exhibition, "Joy of Living Now," showcasing masterpieces from the Musée d'Orsay.
This exhibition focuses on artworks from the 19th century, a period of significant industrial and social change, where artists developed a keen interest in depicting "now" – the present moment. Through approximately 110 pieces, including paintings, sculptures, crafts, and photographs, the exhibition explores the "joy of living" as captured by artists like Jean-François Millet, Pierre-Auguste Renoir, Claude Monet, and Vincent van Gogh. These works portray people living vibrantly through tumultuous times, finding small happiness in their daily lives. The exhibition promises new discoveries and fresh perspectives for contemporary audiences navigating our own rapidly changing society.
Exhibition Details
- Dates: November 14, 2026 - March 28, 2027
- Venue: Exhibition Rooms, Tokyo Metropolitan Art Museum
- Hours: 9:30 - 17:30 (Fridays until 20:00)
- Closed: Mondays (check official website for exceptions, including holidays)
- Admission: General ¥2,400, University/Vocational School Students ¥1,300, Seniors (65+) ¥1,600 (Free for under 18s and high school students)
Access
- Short walk from JR Ueno Station, Tokyo Metro Ueno Station, or JR Okachimachi Station
Date
- Date
- Sat, Nov 14, 2026 - Sun, Mar 28, 2027
- Venue
- 東京都美術館 東京都台東区上野公園8-36 Get Directions on Google Maps
- Category
- Other
