National Museum of Modern Art, Tokyo, Tokyo

This is a small-scale museum housed in a great building with great layout in a great location. There are plenty of benches to sit on and rest your legs after touring each floor. The best pit stop is the area where you have a clear view of the Imperial Palace grounds. The souvenir shop offers different knickknacks for all kinds of visitors.

Encompassing a huge collection of art ranging from the Meiji era (1868-1912) to the modern day, the Museum of Modern Art, Tokyo (MOMAT) showcases works by both Japanese and international artists, demonstrating the cultural impact the West has had on Japanese art, starting at the turn of the 20th century. With over 13,000 items, the works at MOMAT reflect a turbulent Japan that was rapidly modernizing and changing as they were created, giving you an extensive visual insight into the time period.