The Museum’s Book Collection
Since opening in 1983, the Tokyo Metropolitan Teien Art Museum has built a collection of books and other reference materials focused on Art Deco, drawing on them as a foundation for its exhibitions and research. This specialized collection on the modern decorative arts is open to researchers and other specialists from outside the museum for research, academic, and educational purposes.
*Advance reservation is required.
*Please note that materials cannot be borrowed; they may be consulted on site only.
Hours
Weekdays (Tuesday–Friday) *excluding days when the museum is closed.
Morning session: 10:15–12:15 / Afternoon session: 14:00–17:00
- Full-day use is not available. Please choose either the morning or the afternoon session.
- The museum's book collection is not available on museum closure days (Mondays; if a Monday falls on a public holiday, the following weekday), during exhibition changeovers, and over the New Year holidays. Please check the calendar for details.
- Access may also be unavailable at times owing to museum operations.
Capacity
Each session (morning or afternoon) is limited to one party of up to two people.
Terms of Use
Research
How to Make a Reservation
Before applying, please be sure to check the Online Public Access Catalog (OPAC) to confirm that the materials you wish to consult are held by the museum.
Applications must be submitted through the below Reading Reservation & Reference Request Form no later than two weeks before your preferred date.
Directions for the day of your reservation will be emailed to you once your reservation is confirmed.
- Reservations cannot be made by telephone or email.
- Literature searches on behalf of users are not provided.
- For the use of rare books registered as museum collection objects or reproduction in publications, please contact us via the Inquiry Form.
Cancellations
If you need to cancel after your reservation has been confirmed, please notify us in advance.
Notice to Users
- On the day of your visit, please bring the original of a document that verifies your identity (staff ID, student ID, driver's license, or similar). Anyone accompanying you must do the same.
- Please bring your own writing materials.
- No visitor computers or Wi-Fi are provided. You are welcome to use your own laptop or similar device.
- Please refrain from visiting if you are unwell or have cold symptoms.
Copying and Photography
There is no photocopier on site. Please contact us regarding photography.
- Depending on the condition of an item, photography may not be permitted in order to prevent damage.
- We do not offer a copying service via delivery by post.
Access
For general travel information, please see here.
Inquiry
For general inquiries about using the Museum's Book Collection, please contact us here.