Jingumae / Gaienmae
A small building with an experimental outlook.
WATARI-UM brings contemporary art into an immediately recognisable building by Mario Botta. Its compact scale suits a focused exhibition visit between the streets of Jingumae and Aoyama.
- Suggested time
- 45–75 minutes
- Typical opening
- 11:00; check the current closing time
- Closed
- Usually Mondays; holiday exceptions
- Admission
- Varies by exhibition
- Best for
- Contemporary art and architecture
- Access
- Elevator available
Choose it for the exhibition
The programme moves between artists and media. Read what is currently showing before making a special journey; the museum is an exhibition venue, not a checklist of permanently displayed highlights.
Look at the building too
Pause across the street to take in the building’s geometry, keeping clear of traffic and entrances. Combine the museum with a neighbourhood walk, or choose it instead of a larger museum when you have a shorter afternoon.
Location & access
WATARI-UM
3-7-6 Jingumae, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo
Neighbourhood
Jingumae / Gaienmae
About 7 minutes on foot from Gaienmae Station on the Ginza Line.
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Sources & planning links
Visitor information checked on 2 November 2026. Suggested visit lengths are TokyoWaltz planning estimates. Check official notices for changes to hours, admission and access.