Plan Your Visit

Plan Your Visit

Location & Directions

Japan Society
333 East 47th Street
New York, NY 10017



Japan Society is located near the United Nations, between First and Second Avenues, and is a short walk from Grand Central Terminal.

By Subway: Take the 4, 5, 6, 7 and S trains to Grand Central Station, the 6 train to 51st St. and Lexington Avenue, and the E and M trains to Lexington Avenue and 53rd St. Public parking is available nearby.

By Bus: Take the M15 to 47th Street, the M101 or M102 north on Third Avenue to 47th Street, or the crosstown M50 (on weekdays) or M42.

Accessibility
Japan Society is committed to offering programs and services that are accessible to all visitors. Public performance spaces, classrooms and restrooms are ADA compliant and accessible to everyone. We offer free gallery admission to patrons with disabilities and an accompanying Personal Care Assistant.

Please contact the Box Office at [email protected] or (212) 715-1258 for discounted rates for other programs, including films and performances. Please contact the Membership Office at [email protected] or at (212) 715-1270 to purchase a membership at reduced (or discounted) rates.

Gallery Hours (during exhibitions)
Tuesdays – Fridays: 11 am–5 pm
Saturdays & Sundays: noon-6 pm
Free First Fridays, 5-7 pm*
Closed on major holidays

SPECIAL CLOSURE: closed Sunday, September 21st–Sunday, September 28th, 2025 due to restricted access during the United Nations General Assembly. Exhibition reopens on Tuesday, September 30th, 2025.

*September 12th, 2025; October 3rd, 2025; November 7th, 2025; December 5th, 2025; January 2nd, 2026

Visit Japan Society Gallery page for closures and Free First Friday dates

Student Group Tours
K-12 school groups can schedule virtual and on-site gallery tours for an interactive art experience led by trained museum educators, who incorporate close-looking, personal connections, inquiry, and related activities for K-12 students. Two weeks advance request recommended.

Box Office Hours
Monday-Friday, 9 am-5 pm

Email: [email protected]
Telephone: (212) 715-1258

Box Office Policy
→ All ticket sales are final. There are no refunds or exchanges. Latecomers will be admitted at the discretion of the management.
→ Programs are subject to change, including with respect to guest appearances.
→ Ticket resale on Japan Society grounds is prohibited.
→ Full-time students with a valid Student ID are eligible for student discounts, when available. Please bring a valid Student ID when purchasing or picking up discounted tickets. Please Note: not all events have Student discount tickets.
→ Any individual over the age of 65 years is eligible for senior discounts, when available. Please bring a valid ID when purchasing or picking up discounted tickets. Please Note: not all events have Senior discount tickets.

Language Center Office Hours
Remote: Monday-Friday, 10:30 am-6:30 pm, except for major holidays
In-Person (during the 10-week Japanese courses): Monday-Friday, 10:30 am-6:30 pm
In-Person (during the 5-week Japanese courses): Monday-Thursday, 10:30 am-6:30 pm

Email: [email protected]
Telephone: (212) 715-1269

Japan Society is a proud member of Museums for All and accepts Culture Pass. If eligible, please select these options at check-out. Please bring proof of your enrollment in Culture Pass or present your SNAP or EBT card to access Museums for All benefits.