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Ueno & Yanesen


Part of the Tokyo National Museum, the three-storey Gallery of Asian Art focuses on pieces from across the region, including delicate Chinese ceramics and calligraphy and Indian religious sculptures. There's also an auditorium screening short documentaries on historical art subjects (additional entrance fee required).


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