National Art Center Tokyo (NACT) Tours

Like much of the Roppongi neighborhood, the National Art Center Tokyo (NACT) is sleek and innovative. The museum, designed by Kisho Kurokawa was designed to look like a melting iceberg with waving blue glass walls.
This center is unique among Tokyo art museums in that, instead of maintaining a permanent collection, it is a revolving door venue for art exhibitions from around the world. It has the largest exhibition space of any museum in Japan and can hold up to ten exhibitions at a time although it's usually not completely full.
While some of the shows require admission there are usually a few free exhibitions at any given time. The building itself is worth exploring for its sleek architecture, public spaces and restaurants perched high on wooden pedestals. Check their website for a rundown of what's currently showing.
This center is unique among Tokyo art museums in that, instead of maintaining a permanent collection, it is a revolving door venue for art exhibitions from around the world. It has the largest exhibition space of any museum in Japan and can hold up to ten exhibitions at a time although it's usually not completely full.
While some of the shows require admission there are usually a few free exhibitions at any given time. The building itself is worth exploring for its sleek architecture, public spaces and restaurants perched high on wooden pedestals. Check their website for a rundown of what's currently showing.
Practical Info
The Center's hours are from 10:00am-6:00 pm, and until 8:00pm on Fridays. Visitors must enter 30 minutes prior to closing. The Center is closed on Tuesdays, New Year's Day and during exhibition preparation periods. Exclusion: If Tuesday is a national holiday, the Center will be open and closed on the following day. Admission is varies per each exhibition. Admission to annual exhibitions of artist associations is also determined by the organizer. By train, Tokyo Metro Chiyoda Line, Nogizaka Station, exit 6 is directly connected to the Center. If taking Tokyo Metro Hibiya Line, Roppongi Station is a 5-minute walk from Exit 4a. From the Toei Oedo Subway Line, Roppongi Station it is a 4-minute walk from Exit 7. There is no parking lot.
Address: 7-22-2 Roppongi, Minato, Tokyo 106-0032, Japan
Hours: Sun-Thurs (closed Tues) 10am-6pm; Fri 10am-8pm
Admission: Varies by exhibition
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“Your name.” Going on an electric bicycle A 6-hour tour of a sacred place. (With support car)
“Your name.” Going on an electric bicycle A 6-hour tour of a sacred place. (With support car)
The first departure starts from 2 people every week. (If you have not reached the initial number, we will contact you separately.)
It will be a day tour to see around Asakusa.
Basically it is a plan with a guide by Japanese, but it is also possible to handle in Korean, English, Chinese, Vietnamese
In some cases, we may tour with foreigners.
Of course, if you are a family, you can also arrange for a family tour.
If you have any questions, please feel free to ask questions.
* Schedules and time zones may vary around the season.
Meeting place: Hotel lobby within Tokyo's 23 wards
With support car
1. The National Art Center, Tokyo (2 hours)
This is a place where Tsuji visits on a date with senior Okudera who is longing for a part-time job. The two people eat at the “Salon de Terondo” on the second floor of the building. This cafe with a conical shape floating in the air seems to be popular for its high-quality sweets such as cakes and macaroons. We have prepared a trip around the building because it is a spot that is a secret spot among the locals.
2. Move to Shinanomachi by electric bicycle (15 minutes)
3. Sakai JR Shinanomachi-mae footbridge (30 minutes)
The footbridge that appears many times in the play is just off JR Shinanomachi Station on the left. This is where Mio and Okudera farewell date and Mitsuha who visited Tokyo tried to call him. You can take a walk, and the docomo tower seen from here is also a spectacular spot.
4. Seitoku Memorial Picture Gallery (1 hour)
The building reflected in the background of the school scene of the samurai and others is the “Saintoku Memorial Painting Hall” on the Jingu Gaien near JR Shinanomachi Station. This museum, which is designated as an important cultural property of the country, displays a precious huge mural depicting the progress of Japanese modernization from the end of the Edo period to the Meiji period. Mural paintings are the times when Japanese clothes are changing from kimono to clothes. The mix of Japanese tradition and Western culture is very interesting, and it is worth seeing if you want to know Japan a little older than today.
* Tickets will be prepared if you apply in advance.
5. Move to Shinjuku by electric bicycle (15 minutes)
6. Lunch (1 hour)
Conveying sushi is planned.
7. Intersection behind Shinjuku Police Station
8. Shinjuku Big Guard East
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Ebisu Local Food Tour: Shibuya's Most Popular Neighborhood
Explore one of Shibuya’s most interesting and laid-back neighborhoods—Ebisu, on this action-packed food tour. You won’t have to worry about getting lost as you’ll have a guide to navigate and take you down alleyways and side streets that locals love. Visit multiple restaurants and food stalls, and enjoy trying Japanese specialities, as well as a beer, sake, or soft drink.
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Face masks required for travelers in public areas
Face masks required for guides in public areas
Face masks provided for travelers

Private Tour - Pilgrimage of the most popular anime movie in Yotsuya & Shinjuku
Visit the locations from the famous, recent hit of Japanese cinema!
Director Makoto Shinkai's recent movie "Your Name." became a hot topic all over the world in 2016 for its beautiful pictures and touching storyline, recieving 13 awards inside and oitside of Japan. The locations that appear in the movie take inspiration from places all over Japan, but you can visit a number of them in the Yotsuya and Shinanomachi area in Tokyo. Your otomo tour guide will remind you the story of "Your Name." as you walk around this area, and show you the best angles to take pictures or be photographed at each movie location, so that they resemble the scenes from the movie. You will also be introduced to good places to eat in the area!
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Face masks required for guides in public areas
Social distancing enforced throughout experience
Guides required to regularly wash hands

Private Tour - A Tour of Fashionable City, Roppongi All the Must-Sees!
Most visitors to Tokyo known Roppongi only as a nightlife hub. This private tour introduces you to a different side to the district: its spectacular architecture. Your guide takes you to a museum used as a movie location, buildings designed by world-famous architects, and more.
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Face masks required for guides in public areas
Social distancing enforced throughout experience
Guides required to regularly wash hands
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