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Upcoming Exhibition: Renoir x Cézanne

Mitsubishi Ichigokan Museum, located in Marunouchi, Tokyo, will host an exhibition titled "Renoir x Cézanne: Two Masters Who Opened the Door to Modernity" from May 29 to September 7, 2025. This exhibition showcases masterpieces from the Orangerie and Orsay Museums, emphasizing the contributions of Renoir and Cézanne to the Impressionist movement, celebrating their profound impact on modern art.

Cannes Film Festival Collaboration

In a thrilling development, the film "Renoir," directed by acclaimed filmmaker Chie Hayakawa and set to be released on June 20, 2025, has been selected for the competition section at the Cannes Film Festival. To celebrate this, a special collaboration between the film and the exhibition has been announced, offering mutual discounts on admission fees for attendees. Visitors who purchase tickets for the exhibition at Mitsubishi Ichigokan Museum will receive discount postcards for the film. These postcards provide a price reduction of 200 yen for general tickets and 100 yen for university students at designated theaters including Shinjuku Piccadilly and MOVIX in Chiba, Saitama, and Kanagawa. This offers a fantastic opportunity to enjoy both cinema and art, immersing oneself in a sensory experience that connects the two!

Discounts for Film and Exhibition

• - Film Discount: When individuals purchase exhibition tickets starting from May 29 at the museum, they will receive a discount postcard for the film "Renoir".
• - Exhibition Discount: Conversely, filmgoers can receive a 200 yen discount on their exhibition entry if they present their film ticket stub at the museum's ticket counter.

Note: Only applicable for tickets purchased at the museum, and cannot be combined with other discounts. Students need to show their student IDs at the counter.

Impressionist Journey Ticket

Additionally, a unique initiative will be offered during this time—a special ticket that connects the two exhibitions focused on Impressionist art. Starting from 2025, the National Museum of Western Art will host the exhibit titled "Impressionism: Stories Around the Room" from October 25, 2025, until February 15, 2026. To enhance visitor experiences, the "Impressionist Journey Ticket" is available for a limited time. This ticket allows art lovers to enjoy both exhibitions at a reduced total price of 4,200 yen, which is a saving of 600 yen compared to purchasing individual tickets. Each ticket purchase will come with a specially designed ticket, reminiscent of a boarding pass, creating an experience akin to traveling to Paris while still in Tokyo.

Details of the Impressionist Journey Ticket

• - Price: 4,200 yen (tax included)
• - Sales Period: May 29, 2025, 10:00 AM – September 6, 2025, 11:59 PM
• - Where to Buy: Available via e-tix at both the National Museum of Western Art and Mitsubishi Ichigokan Museum sites.
• - Important Note: Exchange for designated tickets needs to be completed at the Mitsubishi Ichigokan Museum.

Overview of Both Exhibitions

Renoir x Cézanne: May 29, 2025 – September 7, 2025
Stories Around the Room: October 25, 2025 – February 15, 2026
Both exhibitions aim to draw inspiration from the masterpieces housed in major Parisian collections, offering Tokyo residents a rare chance to witness some of the finest works of art without traveling abroad.

The Mitsubishi Ichigokan Museum, which has been a cornerstone of cultural offerings in Tokyo since its opening in 2010, recently celebrated its 15th anniversary on April 6, 2025. The museum hosts three major exhibits annually, focusing on modern art from the late 19th to early 20th centuries. The museum is housed in a restored brick building that originally dates back to 1894, designed by Josiah Condor, reflecting the rich heritage and history of art in Tokyo.

Don’t miss this incredible opportunity to experience these masterpieces that shaped a significant era in art history!