TOKYO TRICK ART MUSEUM
Good to know before you go
- Getting there
- Odaiba-kaihinkōen Station · 2 min walk (Yurikamome)
- Hours
- Weekdays 11:00–20:00 (last entry 19:00), weekends & holidays 11:00–21:00 (last entry 20:00)
- Admission
- ¥1,200 (adults 15+), ¥800 (children 4–14), free (ages 3 and under)
- Time needed
- 30–60 min
- Best time to go
- Weekday mornings around 11:00 to photograph murals without waiting in queues behind other groups
Hours can change on holidays — check the official site before travelling.
About
Located in Odaiba's DECKS Tokyo Beach mall, this interactive museum brings 3D optical illusions to life through clever Edo-themed backdrops and pop-culture scenes. It is a fantastic, lighthearted stop for families and friends looking to pose for hilarious, mind-bending photos. Expect a highly engaging, self-paced walkthrough where you become an active part of the art.
What Japanese guides note
Japanese visitor guides note that touring the museum solo is impractical, because capturing the intended 3D illusions requires another person to shoot from specific perspective marks on the floor. Touching the painted surfaces and taking personal photos or videos is permitted, but commercial use of captured media is forbidden. The venue is on the fourth floor of the Seaside Mall adjacent to the retro Showa-era Daiba 1-chome Shotengai arcade, making it easy to pair both attractions in one trip.
Details from local sources
- Re-entry is not permitted once a visitor exits the gallery doors. [source]
- Pets are allowed inside only if kept completely enclosed in a carrier bag or cart without their faces exposed. [source]
- The facility contains no toilets or baby-changing stations inside, requiring guests to use the mall amenities on the same floor. [source]
- The brand term 'TrickArt' is a registered trademark belonging to Japanese producer SD Corporation. [source]
- Visitors can purchase supplemental game kits, including an ¥800 mystery-solving challenge and a ¥400 treasure hunt. [source]
- Stroller rentals are not provided at the counter, though personal strollers and wheelchairs may enter. [source]
Insider Tip
Fully charge your phone or camera before arriving, and go with at least one partner so you can take photos of each other in the illusions.
Frequently asked
Can you re-enter the museum if you step out?
No, re-entry is prohibited once you exit the ticket gates. Because there are no restrooms or baby-changing stations located inside the venue itself, visitors should use the public facilities situated along the fourth-floor mall corridor before purchasing admission tickets and entering the galleries.
Are pets allowed inside Tokyo Trick Art Museum?
Yes, pets may enter if they are placed entirely inside a pet cart or covered carrying bag with their heads and faces concealed. Animals on leashes are not permitted to walk through the displays, and they must stay enclosed for the duration of the visit.
Are strollers permitted inside the exhibition rooms?
Yes, strollers and wheelchairs can navigate the galleries freely. However, the museum does not offer stroller rentals at the front desk. Families traveling with young children who require a stroller should bring their own or check rental availability at the DECKS Tokyo Beach information counter.
Are there interactive games inside besides taking illusion photos?
Yes, visitors can buy self-guided quest kits at reception. Options include the 'Search for the Tycoon's Treasure!' puzzle game for ¥800, a museum mystery kit for ¥600, or a children's treasure hunt activity for ¥400, each directing participants to locate specific visual clues hidden in the murals.
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