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Two programs for children aged 6 to 10 and accompanying adults are offered on the second and fourth Saturdays of each month when admission to the museum's collection exhibition is free. The two are: a service that rents art appreciation tools (instruments), named Bijutool (from the words "bijutsu" [art] and tool); the other is a creative experiential program called Doyo Bijutsu, or "Saturday Arts."
Bijutool is a portable kit to enjoy paintings and sculptures at the museum. Each Bijutool contains different tools, games, and activities for different artworks. It encourages children (ages 6-10) and adults to enjoy art works together in galleries. Families as fist-time visitors or unfamiliar with art are all welcome!
No reservations needed. Check the schedule below and stop by the checkout desk in the permanent collection gallery at the NMWA!
- Dates and hours:
- The second and the fourth Saturdays during September through November
Sept. 11, 25, Oct. 23, Nov.13, 27
*Note that Bijutool program is not held on October 9 in accordance with the temporary closure at the museum.
11:00am-5:30pm (anytime)
*Note that checkout closes at 4:00pm. - Cost:
- Free of charge (Free admission for permanent collection as well on these days)
“Doyo Bijutsu” is a set of programs combining the appreciation of our collection of paintings and sculptures with experiential activities. Advance booking is required. Please check our schedule and details, and then fax your application to the museum. (This program is conducted only in Japanese.)
"What's On Their Heads?"
Is it a silk hat, a crown of thorns, a thin veil or a hair ornament...
What are people in paintings wearing on their heads?
- Participants: Children aged 6 to 10 who must be accompanied by adults
- Capacity: 15 (including adults)
- Costs: free of charge
- Dates and hours: please see the following schedule.
| Before noon | Afternoon | |
|---|---|---|
| July 10 (Saturday) | 10:00 - 12:00fully booked | 14:00 - 16:00fully booked |
| July 24(Saturday) | 10:00 - 12:00fully booked | 14:00 - 16:00fully booked |
| August 14(Saturday) | 10:00 - 12:00fully booked | 14:00 - 16:00fully booked |
| August 28(Saturday) | 10:00 - 12:00fully booked | 14:00 - 16:00fully booked |
* The same program will be provided in July and August
Application: First-come, first served
Please print the fax application. Fill out the application completely and fax it to the National Museum of Western Art.
- Fax number: 03-3828-5797
* The museum will reply to you by telephone after receiving your completed application. If you do not receive a phone call within 3 business days of your application, please call us to confirm.
For details, call 03-3828-5168.
