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Closed for Renovations

JANM’s Pavilion is closed for renovation and will reopen in late 2026. While the museum and store are closed, join us for programs and events on our Little Tokyo campus, throughout Southern California, and beyond. 

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Plan Your Visit

Museum Hours and Admission

The Museum’s galleries are closed for renovation until late 2026.

See janm.org/OnTheGo for exhibitions and programs offered at other locations in 2025–2026. 

We will continue to present in-person and virtual programming to inspire, educate, and help you stay connected. Check our posts every day across JANM’s social media platforms @jamuseum (Facebook | Bluesky | Instagram | TikTok) and explore our content online.

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Address

JAPANESE AMERICAN NATIONAL MUSEUM
100 North Central Avenue
Los Angeles, California 90012

 

Directions

By Car

  • From the 101 Freeway (US-101) Southbound: Take exit 2B for Los Angeles St south 0.1 miles to E 1st St. Make a left on E 1st St. JANM is on your left .3 miles.
  • From the 101 Freeway (US-101) Northbound: Take exit 2B toward Alameda St/Union Station. Left at Alameda St. JANM is on your right 0.4 miles.

Nearby public parking lots

  • Japanese Village Plaza Parking Garage at 115 S. Central Ave.
  • SP Plus, Parking Lot 753 at 414 E. Temple St.
  • City of Los Angeles, Parking Lot 7 at 140 N. Judge John Aiso St.
  • City of Los Angeles, Lot 2 at 300 E. Temple St.
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Public Transportation

  • JANM is directly across the street from the brand new Little Tokyo/Arts District Station served by Metro light rail lines A and E. 
  • LADOT Little Tokyo/Arts District Dash A stops at 1st St. and Central Ave. right across the street from the museum.

Check metro.net for bus and rail maps or call 323 GoMetro (323.466.3876). Plan your trip by visiting Metro’s trip planner.

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Ride the Metro and Save at JANM!

Show your TAP card, Metro employee ID, or LA County employee ID and receive $2 off adult general admission (does not apply to specially ticketed exhibitions).

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Pets

  • Only service animals are allowed on museum grounds.
  • For more information please contact Visitor Services at 213.625.0414.

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JANM STORE

While our physical store location is closed until the Pavilion reopens, find your favorite museum merchandise at our online store. 

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VIRTUAL VISITS

Our virtual visits use video conferencing technology to engage visitors and students in conversations surrounding JANM’s collections.

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ONLINE EXHIBITIONS

While our Pavilion is closed for renovations, explore some of our online exhibitions at any time.

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