Irises
One of the most iconic treasures associated with Nezu Museum is undoubtedly Irises from its collection. The work radiates a sense of beauty and elegance truly deserving of its National Treasure designation.
Equally mesmerizing is the scene in the museum garden when real irises burst into bloom. From late April into May, the landscape becomes so captivating that you feel tempted to return day after day.
Encounters in the Garden
Even the stepping stones along the garden paths feature a variety of designs. As you stroll through the garden, which feels almost like wandering around a small mountain, you encounter many beautiful sights — tea houses, Buddhist statues, waterfalls, and a boat-shaped teahouse floating on the pond. From somewhere in the distance, the sound of a shishi-odoshi gently echoes through the air.
The Fukiage Well (Water Flowing from a Well Head)
Its beauty leaves one speechless. It is one of the “Eight Scenic Views” of Nezu Museum.
Inside the museum
Although it is by no means a large-scale museum, the space feels wonderfully open and spacious.
The Buddhist statues on permanent display are also captivating.
Toward the entrance of Nezu Museum
When approaching from the Nishi-Azabu side, I always enjoy the beautiful stone walls. After walking up the gentle slope and passing through the gate, you immediately come upon the first of the “Eight Scenic Views of the Nezu Museum” — the “Moon-shaped Stone Boat.” Turning right there, a small path lined with a long and graceful bamboo fence leads you to the entrance.
Foodie’s Delight!
There is also a lovely café inside Nezu Museum, but when Noripy visits the museum, the place often paired with tea or lunch is the Blue Brick Lounge at Yoku Moku Blue Brick Lounge, located on the way from Omotesando Station to the museum. Its vivid blue-tiled exterior is striking, and needless to say, the food is excellent.
Foodie, satisfied!
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