A selection of art museums, museums, theaters, and halls in Tokyo is thrilled to present “Welcome Youth 2024.” This special initiative invites young individuals 18 years and under to delve into the arts and culture scene in a relaxed and accessible manner.
During the period from February to March 2024, a select number of 100 young individuals will have the unique opportunity to attend various performances through a lottery system.Additionally, from March 1, 2024 (Friday) to April 7, 2024 (Sunday), specific exhibitions will be accessible to young people at no cost.
Additionally, starting from March 1 (Friday), visitors will have the opportunity to explore the museum and art museum while enjoying an immersive experience with an original story through sound augmented reality (AR).
This is a unique opportunity to experience the rich cultural offerings at our metropolitan facilities.
Target Performances
Youth under the age of 18 (born on or after April 2, 2005) are cordially invited to attend an array of performances scheduled at the metropolitan theater and hall listed below. (Please note that the application process and the performances will be conducted exclusively in Japanese.)
| Eligibility for the Invitation | Youth under the age of 18 (born on or after April 2, 2005) (Each eligible individual may bring one accompanying guest.) *Entrance to the venue will require a valid ID card for verification purposes. |
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| Target Facilities | ・Tokyo Bunka Kaikan ・Tokyo Metropolitan Theatre |
| Target Performances | Six programs between February 1 (Thursday) and March 8 (Friday), 2024 (a total of seven performances) |
| Application Period |
From December 15, 2023 (Friday) to January 18, 2024 (Thursday) The applications are now closed. |
Target Exhibitions
Youth under the age of 18 (born on or after April 2, 2005) are granted complimentary access to designated exhibitions throughout the event period.
| Eligibility for Free Admission | Youth under the age of 18 (born on or after April 2, 2005) *Attendees are required to present valid proof of age upon entry. |
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| Target Facilities | ・Edo-Tokyo Open Air Architectural Museum ・Tokyo Metropolitan Art Museum ・Tokyo Metropolitan Teien Art Museum ・Tokyo Photographic Art Museum ・Museum of Contemporary Art Tokyo |
| Target Period | From March 1, 2024 (Friday) to April 7, 2024 (Sunday) |
Important Notes
*Operating hours and closure dates may differ among facilities.*The details provided are subject to change in the event of unforeseen circumstances. For the most current information, please refer to each facility’s official website.
Edo-Tokyo Open Air Architectural Museum  |
・Admission ・Edo-Tokyo Museum Collection *Attendees are required to present valid proof of age at the venue on the day of admission. |
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| Tokyo Metropolitan Art Museum |
・Frontiers of Impressionism: Paintings from the Worcester Art Museum * Free admission for high school students and younger throughout the event period. *Attendees are required to present valid proof of age at the venue on the day of admission. |
| Tokyo Metropolitan Teien Art Museum |
・Admission ・Commemorating the Museum’s 40th Anniversary The A to Z Guide to the Former Residence of Prince Asaka *Attendees are required to present valid proof of age at the venue on the day of admission. |
| Tokyo Photographic Art Museum |
・Yebisu International Festival for Art & Alternative Visions 2024 COMMISSION PROJECT *Free admission for everyone throughout the event period. ・APA AWARD 2024 ・Remembrance beyond images *Attendees are required to visit the General Reception located on the 1st floor and present valid proof of age at the venue on the day of admission. |
| Museum of Contemporary Art Tokyo |
・MOT Annual 2023 Synergies, or between creation and generation ・MOT Collection Walking, Traveling, Moving―From the Great Kanto Earthquake to the Present Special feature | YOKOO Tadanori―Ever-Changing, Like Water 100th Anniversary of Birth | Sam FRANCIS ・Yasuko Toyoshima: Origination Method ・Saeborg “I WAS MADE FOR LOVING YOU” / TSUDA Michiko “Life is Delaying Tokyo Contemporary Art Award 2022-2024 Exhibition *Free admission for everyone throughout the event period. ・Ho Tsu Nyen: A for Agent ・ *Outside of the applicable period due to change of exhibition period. ・MOT Collection *On the day of your visit, you will be issued a paper admission ticket at the museum ticket booth. Kindly present valid proof of age. |
Sound AR Content
Starting from March 1, 2024 (Friday), we are excited to introduce “Haru no Hikari”, an AR tour of the metropolitan museum and art museum using the Locatone™ app. This immersive experience is accessible to anyone with a smartphone and earphones. Immerse yourself in the acoustic blend of the real and virtual worlds as you explore the museum and art museum while listening to the captivating story. (Available in Japanese only)
From March 1, 2024 (Friday) to May 31, 2024 (Friday)
Sound AR Content“Haru no Hikari” (Available in Japanese only)