Van Gogh, Gauguin Shine in Le Corbusier's Architecture at Tokyo National Museum of Western Art for Manet's 100th Anniversary

Tokyo's National Museum of Western Art is currently hosting an exhibition that juxtaposes the works of Post-Impressionist masters Vincent van Gogh and Paul Gauguin against the iconic architectural backdrop of Le Corbusier.

The exhibition gains added significance as it coincides with the 100th anniversary of Édouard Manet's death, a pivotal figure in the transition to modern art. The museum itself, a UNESCO World Heritage site, was designed by the renowned architect Le Corbusier, providing a unique spatial experience for viewing the art.

Located within Ueno Park, the museum is a short distance from the historic Tokyo Music School's concert hall. This hall was recently visited to explore the legacy of the first generation of Western music students who studied in Tokyo a century ago, including soprano Yun Shim-deok and pianist Kim Yeong-hwan. The proximity of these cultural sites offers visitors a rich experience of art and history in the heart of Tokyo.