“Aoyama Meguro: ever heard of a gallery that might just change how you see art?” This gallery is not just another space displaying pretty pictures. Aoyama Meguro is a place where art meets introspection.
Aoyama Meguro is located in Kamimeguro. It is an 8-minute walk from Nakameguro Station. You can take the Tokyu Toyoko or Hibiya line. This makes the gallery easily accessible.
The gallery is open from 12:00 to 19:00. But note it closes earlier on Saturdays, Sundays, and public holidays at 18:00. It remains closed on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Wednesdays. Best to plan your visit accordingly. The entrance is free.
Aoyama Meguro boasts a collection of works. These include pieces by Koki Tanaka, Junya Sato, and Lotte Lyon. You can also find works by Euan Macdonald and Teppei Soutome. Hiroaki Morita and Yoko Tsumura are represented too. The collection also includes Yoshiki Obayashi, Chosil Kil, and Ken Sasaki. Further artists are Shinya Aota, Hirofumi Isoya, and Satoshi Hashimoto. Shuzo Azuchi Gulliver, Mitsutoshi Hanaga, and Tatsumi Orimoto are also exhibited.
Aoyama Cemetery is nearby and worth mentioning too. It is known as a Tokyo Metropolitan cemetery. The cemetery was established by the government in 1872. Initially, it was a Shinto cemetery. Later, Buddhists and Christians were also accepted. By 1926, it became Japan’s first public cemetery.
The cemetery is also known as a haunted spot. One story tells of a taxi driver. He picked up a female customer at midnight. She disappeared from the back seat. Another rumor speaks of young people testing their courage. They get lost in a different world at midnight.
Aoyama Cemetery has lush greenery. It is the final resting place for historical figures and celebrities. You can also find the Gaijin bochi, or foreign section. People visit to pay respects, stroll, and learn about history. During spring, the walkways are lined with cherry blossoms.
Whether it is art at Aoyama Meguro or a walk through Aoyama Cemetery, you will find something to spark your interest. So, come and see the unexpected. You might just find a new perspective.