From Shibamata Station, walk southeast for about 10 minutes, and the Yamada Yoji Museum will be on your left.





Yamada Yoji Museum
The Yamada Yoji Museum (山田洋次ミュージアム) in Shibamata, Tokyo, honors the life and work of Yamada Yoji, the acclaimed director of the "Otoko wa Tsurai yo" film series. This museum provides a fascinating glimpse into Yamada's creative process and his profound impact on Japanese cinema. Visitors can explore exhibits showcasing scripts, personal artifacts, and rare photographs that chronicle his illustrious career.
Located next to the Tora-san Museum, the Yamada Yoji Museum enriches your understanding of this cinematic legacy. Together, these destinations create a must-visit cultural experience for movie enthusiasts and fans of Japanese film history.
Hours and Fees
- Opening hours
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9:00 to 17:00 (entry until 16:30)
- Closed
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Third Tuesday of each month
Third Tuesday to Thursday in December
- Entrance fee
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500 yen
550 yen (Tora-san Museum and Yamamoto-tei)
Getting there
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Nearby
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Shibamata Taishakuten Temple — 5-minute walk
Historic temple with beautiful gardens
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Yamamoto-tei — 5-minute walk
Historic architecture and beautiful Japanese garden
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Tora-san Museum — 5-minute walk
Celebrating Japan’s iconic Tora-san films
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Yagiri no Watashi River Crossing — 5-minute walk
Historic ferry crossing Edogawa River
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Shibamata Shopping Street — 15-minute walk
Traditional shopping and street food
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Shibamata — 15-minute walk
Tora-san movie series, Taishakuten Temple
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