Museums
Ueno: Tokyo Bunka Kaikan
Takako SakamotoTokyo Bunka Kaikan is Japan's oldest 'Palace' of music and ballet. In 1961, the Tokyo Metropolitan Government constructed..
Tokyo Bunka Kaikan
Tokyo Bunka Kaikan is a renowned concert hall located in Ueno Park, the green heart of Taito Ward. The hall opened in 1961 as a hub for arts and culture and has since played host to numerous operas, ballets, and classical concerts by both Japanese and international artists.
The building itself is a feat of modern architecture and was designed by architect, Kunio Maekawa. The main hall, which features opera, ballet, and orchestral performances, is an impressive five stories high and contains 2,303 seats. Its modern interior is visually stunning, and its acoustics are world-renowned. The smaller recital hall, located on the second floor, has 649 seats and hosts almost daily chamber music concerts and recitals.
In addition to its performance halls, Tokyo Bunka Kaikan is also home to an extensive music library, meeting rooms, rehearsal rooms, a restaurant, a cafe, a gift shop, and a Japanese goods and accessories store.
In theme with its mission to promote the arts, the facility holds multiple workshops, competitions, and professional development programs to encourage and facilitate artistic learning.
Access
Tokyo Bunka Kaikan is about a 5-minute walk from Ueno Station. To reach Ueno Station from Tokyo Station, simply take the Yamanote Line (11 mins).
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