museum · Tokyo
Edo-Tokyo Museum
1-4-1 Yokoami, 130-0015
Why it matters
Edo-Tokyo Museum
The Edo-Tokyo Museum is the definitive museum for understanding Tokyo's transformation from the Edo period through modern times, with life-size reconstructions of Edo-era streetscapes and Meiji-era buildings that no other museum replicates at this scale.
Interests
Practical
- Currently undergoing renovation; check official site for reopening status before visiting
- Adjacent to Ryogoku Kokugikan (sumo arena) and the Japanese Sword Museum
- Audio guides available in English, Chinese, and Korean
- Full visit takes 2-3 hours