Yayoi Kusama Museum

aki okuda★★★★★★★★★★5.06 months ago

The Yayoi Kusama Museum in Tokyo is an absolute must-visit for art lovers. It offers an incredibly immersive and vibrant experience focused entirely on the works of the iconic artist. The highlight is undoubtedly the sequence of "Infinity Mirrored Rooms." Stepping into these spaces feels like entering Kusama’s boundless universe, surrounded by dazzling lights and infinite reflections. It's a truly mesmerizing and unforgettable moment. Beyond the mirrors, the museum expertly showcases her signature polka-dot paintings, sculptures, and installations, tracing the evolution of her remarkable career. The architecture itself is bright and modern, perfectly complementing the art. Tickets must be purchased in advance online, and they sell out fast! The rotating exhibitions keep things fresh, making every visit worthwhile. Prepare for an hour of pure, polka-dotted magic!

asushiii★★★★★★★★★★5.03 months ago

If you appreciate Yayoi Kusama as an artist and her work, this is a very special and intentional place. I found it very informative and learned a few things about her early works and political activism though art. As other reviews note, it is small, and there is no photography allowed on 2 of the 4 floors. But it is a small, curated selection of her work that changes 2x per year. There are some lovely, thin (easy to pack!) books showcasing all the works from each exhibition - which beautifully captures the work you saw with explanations. I grabbed this exhibit and another one where I recognized some of my favorite pieces. Overall I think it’s well worth the visit (and yes, reserve ahead).

Sharon Gefen★★★★★★★★★★4.03 weeks ago

A fun little museum! Doesn't offer much to see, but worth the price. Giftshop is nice but overpriced. Book your tickets in advance (they don't sell tickets onsite), and don't arrive too early, because you will have to wait and there's nowhere to sit.

SnowMan_Legend★★★★★★★★★★5.03 months ago

Absolutely love Yayoi Kusama, her story and her art. Try expressionist. This museum is gorgeous running across 4 or 5 levels. You are provided with a pair guide that describes each of the pieces of art of display as well as Yayoi story. Must visit when in Tokyo. Pre booking essential.

LS Sheldon★★★★★★★★★★1.05 months ago

Kusama is a powerhouse in the art world, this museum is anything but. It is small with very few artworks. Considering how productive she is and how many years she’s been working, this museum could’ve been so much more. Visitors are allowed to take photos of just two artworks. The signs on the artwork are often small and hard to read and in one room they’re located at the floor. This museum is small, expensive and really a waste of limited time and energy. For one of the most successful female living artists this is kind of an insult. The effort put in was really lackluster. The best part is the very friendly and helpful staff.