Last week, we visited a museum in Ueno, Tokyo. A family outing.
This time, we originally planned to visit the National Museum of Nature and Science near Ueno Zoo. But once we arrived in Ueno, we noticed that the National Museum of Western Art was offering free admission that day.
So, we visited the National Museum of Western Art. Surrounded by the museum’s striking modernist architecture, we admired an incredible collection of European masterpieces, from Renaissance paintings to contemporary sculptures. The quiet, thoughtful atmosphere offered a perfect contrast to the bustling city outside. The whole thing is amazing and enchanting and we never imagined to see such a collection in our journey.
After enjoying the Arts and sculptures, we went to the Nature and science, which was our main plan. We began at the National Museum of Nature and Science, where towering dinosaur skeletons, fascinating wildlife exhibits, and hands-on science displays sparked everyone’s curiosity. The interactive galleries made learning about the natural world exciting and engaging for all ages. We know we’ll be back again in the future, when our little boy is grown. It is such an informative spot for young science and nature knowledge seekers.
After soaking in so much knowledge, we strolled through Ueno Park. The gentle rustle of leaves overhead, the chatter of families, children play around, and a basketball tournament by the side. It felt like we were feeling so good.
Together, these two museums gave us a perfect balance of science, history, and art. Between shared discoveries, laughter, and a few photo stops in the park, the day was both educational and full of joy—a wonderful way to connect, learn, and be inspired.
If you’d like, I can share some snaps I took.
What a masterpiece!
Great Paintings!
