Visit

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Opening hours:

Monday to Saturday: 10:00–20:00

Sundays & Bank Holidays: 12:00–18:00

Contact details:

Call +44 20 3972 7100
Email [email protected]

101-111 Kensington High Street, London, W8 5SA

(Office hours are 9:00–18:00, Monday to Friday; office closed on public holidays.)

Welcome to Japan House London

Japan House London is located on the corner of Kensington High Street and Derry Street, within a two-minute walk from High Street Kensington Station (see map) - so whether you’re London-based, or heading into the capital to visit Japan House London, there are many efficient travel options.

Explore Exhibitions and Events

Advance booking is recommended to visit exhibitions in our Gallery. Explore all free displays and events on our What’s On page.

Visit AKIRA Restaurant

The restaurant is open Tuesday to Saturday for lunch, afternoon tea and dinner. Making a reservation in advance is recommended. Book a table on the AKIRA Restaurant page.

Cloakroom

Our cloakroom is open for all visitors and attendees of events however, due to restricted space, we cannot accept any luggage larger than a cabin bag (56 × 45 × 21cm). Visitors to the exhibition are advised that all bags (except small shoulder bags) need to be stored in the cloakroom prior to entering and, as part of our security procedures, we may ask to search your bag before it is left.

Security

Japan House London works very closely with the Metropolitan police and our security and visitor experience staff are trained to ensure guests have a safe, secure, and enjoyable experience. If you see anything suspicious, please let one of them know.

No sharp objects are permitted at any time (including knives and pen knives).

Please note that we are unable to allow over-sized luggage into the Gallery. Your cooperation in these matters is greatly appreciated.

Dogs

Well-behaved dogs that are small enough to be carried are welcome on the Ground Floor at Japan House London. Assistance dogs are welcome throughout the building.

COVID-19

Japan House London is a COVID-secure venue and the safety of our guests and staff remains our priority. The wearing of face coverings is at the discretion of our guests and staff.

Please visit our COVID-19 webpage for information on our continuing measures we have implemented to ensure your safety.

Getting here

Bike

The Transport for London website shows the city's cycle highways and can help you plan your journey to Japan House London safely. Numerous cycle stands are available along Kensington High Street for parking your bike.

Alternatively there are four Santander Cycle Hire docking stations along Kensington High Street, and nine more within a ten-minute walk radius from Japan House London. Check the Santander website for more details.

Car

Drivers can park within a five-minute walk from Japan House London at the Kensington High Street Car Park – Saba Parking on Hornton Street, W8 7NX. Other local parking options can be found on JustPark.

Tube

District and Circle lines to High Street Kensington (1 minute walk), Circle, District and Piccadilly lines to Gloucester Road (18 minute walk), and Central, Circle and District lines to Notting Hill Gate (13 minute walk). There is also the option to take the overground network to Kensington Olympia (24 minute walk).

Bus

The following bus routes stop near Japan House London: C1, 9, N9, 10, 27, 28, N28, N31, 49, 52, 70, 74, N74, 94, N97, 148, N207, 328, 452.

Find out more about the area at Discover South Kensington.