Six Tokyo Metropolitan Museums and Galleries to Open at Night Every Friday: 'Summer Night Museum' Returns!
The Tokyo Metropolitan Government is hosting the 'Summer Night Museum' every Friday from August 6 to August 28, 2026, across six metropolitan museums and galleries. The initiative aims to provide opportunities for young people and professionals to experience art and culture during weekday evenings.
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Tokyo's metropolitan cultural facilities are holding the 'Summer Night Museum' again this year. The objective is to provide young people and professionals with opportunities to easily experience art and culture during weekday evening hours throughout the summer.
Special events are planned at each facility during the period. Please look forward to it.
Summer Night Museum 2026 Outline
Dates: Every Friday from August 6 (Thursday) to August 28 (Friday), 2026.
*Tokyo Metropolitan Museum of Photography will also be open on Thursdays and Fridays.
*Specific dates may vary by facility.
Participating Facilities: Edo-Tokyo Museum (Ryogoku), Tokyo Metropolitan Art Museum (Ueno), Tokyo Metropolitan Teien Art Museum (Meguro/Shirokanedai), Tokyo Metropolitan Museum of Photography (Ebisu), Museum of Contemporary Art Tokyo (Kiyosumi-shirakawa), and Tokyo Shibuya Koen-dori Gallery (Shibuya).
Benefits: In addition to extended opening hours, visitors can expect special perks and events during the period.
*Details regarding visitor perks and events will be announced at a later date.
Featured Exhibitions:
Edo-Tokyo Museum: Permanent exhibition, Special exhibition 'Western-style Houses: Meiji Dreams and Challenges', Special exhibition 'Idemitsu Museum of Arts Collection'.
Tokyo Metropolitan Art Museum: Special exhibition '100th Anniversary: Landscapes of this Place', Special exhibition 'British Museum Japanese Art Collection: Hundred Flowers Blooming'.
Tokyo Metropolitan Teien Art Museum: Gardens, Exhibition 'Lucie Rie: The Graceful Vessel Connecting East and West'.
Tokyo Metropolitan Museum of Photography: Exhibition 'Mako Idemitsu', Exhibition 'TOP Collection: Tomorrow's Table'.
Museum of Contemporary Art Tokyo: 'MOT Collection'.
Tokyo Shibuya Koen-dori Gallery: Exhibition 'Listening to the Voice of the Heart'.
(Please refer to the original press release for specific evening opening schedules for each facility.)
Special events are planned at each facility during the period. Please look forward to it.
Summer Night Museum 2026 Outline
Dates: Every Friday from August 6 (Thursday) to August 28 (Friday), 2026.
*Tokyo Metropolitan Museum of Photography will also be open on Thursdays and Fridays.
*Specific dates may vary by facility.
Participating Facilities: Edo-Tokyo Museum (Ryogoku), Tokyo Metropolitan Art Museum (Ueno), Tokyo Metropolitan Teien Art Museum (Meguro/Shirokanedai), Tokyo Metropolitan Museum of Photography (Ebisu), Museum of Contemporary Art Tokyo (Kiyosumi-shirakawa), and Tokyo Shibuya Koen-dori Gallery (Shibuya).
Benefits: In addition to extended opening hours, visitors can expect special perks and events during the period.
*Details regarding visitor perks and events will be announced at a later date.
Featured Exhibitions:
Edo-Tokyo Museum: Permanent exhibition, Special exhibition 'Western-style Houses: Meiji Dreams and Challenges', Special exhibition 'Idemitsu Museum of Arts Collection'.
Tokyo Metropolitan Art Museum: Special exhibition '100th Anniversary: Landscapes of this Place', Special exhibition 'British Museum Japanese Art Collection: Hundred Flowers Blooming'.
Tokyo Metropolitan Teien Art Museum: Gardens, Exhibition 'Lucie Rie: The Graceful Vessel Connecting East and West'.
Tokyo Metropolitan Museum of Photography: Exhibition 'Mako Idemitsu', Exhibition 'TOP Collection: Tomorrow's Table'.
Museum of Contemporary Art Tokyo: 'MOT Collection'.
Tokyo Shibuya Koen-dori Gallery: Exhibition 'Listening to the Voice of the Heart'.
(Please refer to the original press release for specific evening opening schedules for each facility.)
FAQ
Is the Summer Night Museum open to everyone?
Yes, anyone can visit the facilities during their extended hours. It is an event designed to enjoy the night-time atmosphere.
Are admission fees different from usual?
There is no information in this press release regarding changes to admission fees. It is expected that the standard fee structure for each exhibition will apply.
Is the event held in case of rain?
As the event is held in indoor facilities such as museums and galleries, it can generally be enjoyed regardless of weather.