Catching up on the local news recently, I came across an article about actor Johnny Depp visiting Japan. A fan of his movies, I was excited to learn that Depp would be having an art exhibit titled “A Bunch of Stuff” in Tokyo, and immediately reserved tickets for my wife and me.

At 7,591 yen (about $48) for two tickets, it was very affordable. Tickets are for 50-minute sessions and it’s important to arrive on time. Once your time slot starts, that’s it.

I chose weekday tickets, so it would be easier to find parking. The venue wasn’t at the usual Tokyo hotspots like Shinjuku or Shibuya. It was at NEWoMan, a department store in Takanawa City, a place I had never heard of. I wanted to minimize my chances of getting lost or being stuck in traffic, so coming early was important.

The department store had parking, so after driving through the underground maze, we got a spot and had plenty of time for some exploration and a bite to eat.

To avoid a food coma prior to entering the exhibit, we opted for a quick meal at City Bakery, a chain restaurant serving cakes, sandwiches and a variety of breads.

We ended up ordering small slices of apple pie and carrot cake, a bagel cream sandwich and a ham and cheese sandwich for a meal. The bread was decent, and the ham sandwich was served hot. Of the sweets we selected, my favorite was the apple pie because it was similar to the ones I had on a previous trip to Aomori Prefecture. The bagel was good but it was a little messy to eat with the cream inside.

Although we ordered a lot, our meal only cost 3,750 yen (about $24). It also validated our parking ticket, so it was a win-win.

As we prepared to enter the art show, I was incredibly excited to see how empty it was on the weekday, allowing us to enjoy the exhibit without crowds pushing and shoving inside.

The exhibit was broken into three areas. The first area was a labyrinth of red curtains with Depp’s art displayed throughout. It gave me a very goth feeling, but it also gave me the expression of wanting to see and venture deeper.

The second area, with many acrylic, posters and mural art, I enjoyed the most. More so for the sense of humor in the art and the Gonzo-style posters, which were my favorite.

The third section was the most visually stunning. One of the rooms felt like a mental mess with cluttered items. The video display narrated by Depp was amazing and described his story through art. He mentions having a dark sense of humor, which I can relate to from my military experience.

In this room, one piece of art caught my attention. It was a large acrylic painting of a dog. I have no idea what it was about, but my love for dogs made me admire it.

As we finished, I was amazed how fast the 50 minutes went by. We checked out the gift shop and decided to bring home a few souvenirs. Before leaving, visitors can leave a drawing or message behind. I decided to keep it old school and leave a drawing on the wall, a great way to wrap up the experience.

The exhibition also features a concept café and bar, which according to the website, has a menu of items “inspired by Depp’s creative world.”

The show runs through May 6 and is a must for Johnny Depp fans. And I discovered Takanawa City is a good spot to explore, so you might want to make a day of it.

• Dates: Through May 6, 2026

• Time: 10 a.m.- 8:50 p.m. (last entry at 8 p.m.)

• Address: 2-21-1 Takanawa, Minato City, Tokyo 108-0074

• South, 2nd Floor

• URL: https://www.abunchofstuff.com

• Tickets: https://johnnydepp-abos.zaiko.io/?_=1765762804202

• Price: 3,190 yen per person (plus additional 495 yen for handling)

Notes:

Nearest train station is Takanawa Gateway Station.

Paid parking lots are available in the area.

If you drive, limited parking is available at 2-21 Takanawa, Minato City, Tokyo 108-0074.

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