Shitamachi Museum is located in Ueno Park, right next to JR Ueno Station.
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Shitamachi Museum
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Shitamachi Museum (したまちミュージアム) offers a fascinating glimpse into the artisan and merchant life of old Tokyo. Located in the historic Shitamachi district, the museum showcases exhibits and reconstructions that bring to life Tokyo from the late Meiji to early Showa periods. Visitors can explore traditional crafts, household items, and everyday life from this nostalgic era, providing a unique window into Tokyo's past.
A visit to Shitamachi Museum offers an enriching experience that transports you back in time to see how the people of old Tokyo lived and worked.
Hours and Fees
Shitamachi Museum
- Opening hours
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9:30 to 16:30 (entry until 16:00)
- Closed
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Mondays (or following day if Mon is a holiday)
Dec 29 to Jan 3
- Entrance fee
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300 yen
Getting there
Resources
Japanese
Shitamachi Museum
Official website
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