Is NTT InterCommunication Center free?

General admission is free. Some special exhibitions charge an admission fee, so check the current exhibition details.

How long should I spend at ICC?

A short visit can take about 20 minutes. Allow longer if you want to spend time with the interactive installations or explore the exhibitions.

Do you need a reservation for the anechoic chamber?

Yes, the chamber requires a reservation, and spaces can be difficult to secure. Check the current booking process and any annual-pass terms before planning around it.

NTT InterCommunication Center [ICC]

Q: Where is NTT InterCommunication Center?

It is on the fourth floor of Tokyo Opera City in Nishi-Shinjuku, Tokyo.

NTT InterCommunication Center [ICC] is a contemporary art museum on the fourth floor of Tokyo Opera City in Nishi-Shinjuku. It focuses on new media art, bringing electronic technology and art together through interactive installations and a small permanent collection. Changing exhibitions add new reasons to visit; past shows have included an 8K digital replica of Picasso’s Guernica. General admission is free, though some special exhibitions charge. Check the current programme before you go, since the works on view change regularly.

New media art in Tokyo Opera City

NTT InterCommunication Center [ICC] is on the fourth floor of Tokyo Opera City in Nishi-Shinjuku. Its focus is the meeting point between electronic technology and art. The collection includes a small number of permanent works, while temporary exhibitions bring in new pieces and themes.

The installations vary in how they use technology. Some invite you to interact with them; others are more suited to looking and listening. The scale is manageable, so you can make a short stop or spend longer with the works that catch your attention.

Changing exhibitions and admission

The exhibition programme changes, with past presentations including an 8K digital replica of Picasso’s Guernica. That show presented the painting’s black-and-white detail at high resolution. Check ICC’s current programme before travelling, as a past exhibition may no longer be on view.

General admission is free. Special exhibitions can have a separate charge, so check the details for the dates you plan to visit. English information may be limited for some displays, but QR codes and staff assistance have been available.

The anechoic chamber

ICC has an anechoic chamber experience that requires a reservation. The available experience can involve choosing an audio track, so it is not necessarily a chance to sit in complete silence. Reserve in advance if this is a priority; spaces have been difficult to obtain.

An annual pass has been reported to include access to the chamber without an additional fee, but check the current terms and booking process before relying on that benefit. The museum’s exhibitions and events are a good reason to check what is available during your visit.