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Tokyo's National Museum of Western Art holds 1 work by Vincent van Gogh (1853–1890) — the city's entire known holding of this artist in a single institution.
Van Gogh only began painting seriously at 27 and was dead by 37, yet in that single decade produced around 900 paintings. He worked in the Netherlands, Paris, Provence, and Auvers-sur-Oise, and his expressive use of colour and bold brushwork became one of the most direct influences on 20th-century art.
National Museum of Western Art
Tokyo · 1 work on display
About the artist
Vincent van Gogh
Dutch · Post-Impressionism · 1853–1890
Van Gogh only began painting seriously at 27 and was dead by 37, yet in that single decade produced around 900 paintings. He worked in the Netherlands, Paris, Provence, and Auvers-sur-Oise, and his expressive use of colour and bold brushwork became one of the most direct influences on 20th-century art.
Key works
The Starry NightSunflowersBedroom in Arles
Frequently asked questions
How many Vincent van Gogh paintings are on display in Tokyo?
Our current data shows 1 Vincent van Gogh painting on display in Tokyo, held at the National Museum of Western Art.
Which museum in Tokyo has the most Vincent van Gogh paintings?
National Museum of Western Art holds all 1 known Vincent van Gogh work in Tokyo.
Where else can I see Vincent van Gogh's paintings?
Vincent van Gogh's paintings are distributed across museums in multiple countries. Our artist page lists every city in our collection where their work is currently on display — use it to plan a multi-city trip or find works closer to home. Browse all cities for Vincent van Gogh →
Planning your visit to Tokyo
Tokyo's major art museums are in Ueno Park (Tokyo National Museum, National Museum of Western Art) and in Roppongi (Mori Art Museum, National Art Center). The Tokyo Metro is efficient and easy to navigate with an IC card. Pre-booking is essential for blockbuster exhibitions; check museum websites well in advance.
Artwork data sourced from Wikidata. Coverage varies — always confirm with the museum before visiting.