Edo-Tokyo Open-Air Architectural Museum
Edo-Tokyo Open-Air Architectural Museum
The "Edo-Tokyo Open-Air Architectural Museum" is located in Koganei, a city based in the Tama area of Tokyo. A It is a popular tourist spot since its establishment in 1993, with numerous historical architectural sculptures gathered in one spot. 30 buildings from the early Edo period to the middle of Showa era were relocated, restored, and exhibited. It aims to preserve high value cultural architects for the future, and prevent losses experienced in the past due to natural disasters and wars. You can expect a time travel experience back to the lives of that time, with tons of detailed resources provided in each exhibition. As for the indoor attractions, the "Exhibition Room" covers various themes of interest, and the former "Koukaden" renovated into a visitor center has museum shops, cafes, a library, and free exhibitions. If you are interested in the history of architectures in Tokyo, this is the optimal place to learn and expand your knowledge.
Basic Information
〒184-0005 3-7-1 Sakura-cho, Koganei-shi, Tokyo (in Koganei Park)
042-388-3300
April to September 9:30 - 17:30 (Last admission : 17:00) October to March 9:30 - 16:30(Last admission : 16:00)
Closed: Monday (the following day if Monday is a public holiday) , Year-end and New Year holidays
<Admission Fee> Adults:400 yen College Students:320 yen Senior and Junior High-school Students / Senior(65 and above):200 yen Junior High-school Students (Living or attending school in Tokyo) / Elementary School students and below : Free *Group discount available (group of over 20 people)
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https://www.tatemonoen.jp/
Access
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FromMusashi Koganei Station (JR Chuo Line)
From Musashi Koganei station North exit, Bus terminal no.2 and 3 via Seibu Bus To "Koganei Koen Nishiguchi" bus stop → about 5 minute walk From Musashi Koganei station North exit, Bus terminal no.4 via Kanto Bus, bound for Mitaka To "Edo-Tokyo Tatemono-en-mae" bus stop → about 3 minute walk
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FromHana Koganei Station (Seibu Shinjuku Line)
From "Minami Hana Koganei" bus stop (along Koganei Kaido) via Seibu Bus, bound for Musashi Koganei Station To "Koganei Koen Nishiguchi" bus stop → about 5 minute walk