
Shutoku Memorial Picture Gallery
Shotoku Kinen Eigakan
A majestic Important Cultural Property in Meiji Jingu Gaien, featuring 80 historical paintings depicting the lives of Emperor Meiji and Empress…Explore this spot

The Shutoku Memorial Picture Gallery is a designated Important Cultural Property located on the north side of Meiji Jingu Gaien in Shinjuku, Tokyo.
What makes it special
About Shutoku Memorial Picture Gallery
- Experience the grandeur of an Important Cultural Property up close.
- Learn about Japan's modernization through the contrast of Japanese and Western painting styles.
- Enjoy the seasonal beauty of the ginkgo tree-lined avenues.
- Find a moment of peace and reflection in this serene, quiet space.
Weather forecast
Mon
8/3
26°/22°
90%
Tue
8/4
28°/21°
19%
Wed
8/5
28°/22°
40%
Thu
8/6
34°/25°
75%
Fri
8/7
33°/26°
65%
Sat
8/8
33°/26°
67%
Sun
8/9
29°/23°
56%
Tips
Payment
Please check in advance if cash or credit cards are accepted (policies vary by facility).
English Support
Please check for the availability of English signage or guides.
Reservations
No advance reservation is required, but please note potential closure periods (planned for April 2025 – May 2027).
Dress Code
Respectful and calm attire is recommended.
Photography
Please check the rules regarding photography within the exhibition areas.
Accessibility
Please check the status of ramps and pathways for accessibility.
Etiquette
To protect the artworks, please maintain a distance of at least 2 meters from the walls.