Top 5 Specialty Museums in Japan

4 Chome-10-28 Higashi, Shibuya City, Tokyo 150-8440, Japan

“I walk for twenty minutes to come here and what I've got is a sign of "close irregularly". I don't think it is friendly for tourist.”

3 Chome-20-18 Jingumae, Shibuya City, Tokyo 150-0001, Japan

“An indie gallery that houses local artists - easy to connect with them, discuss and get pulled into the vibe of the place. Interesting murals on the walls, and a whole wooden back yard full of art to explore - worth going for a walk to get a different feel in the area. No entrance - just step in!”

645-6 Yufuincho Kawakita, Yufu, Oita 879-5114, Japan

“Ultra amazing experience at Iwashita collection. The owner MR Iwashita, age 68 (2019) is still working at the shop we managed to have a short chat with him. There are many different themes of display and staff are very knowledgeable and take pride in their collection. Definitely worth making a trip here. There are many vintage and retro items for sale too.”

48 Noboriojicho, Nara, 630-8213, Japan

“[Visited on 12/30/2023] ★Admission fee can only be paid in cash★ Although it was a short stay, there were many other things to see besides the Asura statue. The pamphlet costs an additional 100 yen. The museum shop is also well stocked. I would like to visit again if I have time.”

1955-3 Kasedatakahashi, Minamisatsuma, Kagoshima 897-1123, Japan

“Smallish museum which covers the army tokko pilots. Costs 310 yen to enter and no photography on the second floor. It's best to use Google translate on the second floor so you can access the material”

200-2 Haramanda, Arao, Kumamoto 864-0001, Japan

“This is the place Mr. Degawa visited on his charging trip. It was also used as a filming location for Rurouni Kenshin.”

67-67 Abeyama, Asuka, Takaichi District, Nara 634-0134, Japan

“You can enjoy high-quality exhibits for free. The gold-leafed stars on the ceiling of the mural look like they were pasted on with stickers, and you can feel the high level of skill of the people of Asuka.”

Japan, 〒047-0031 Hokkaido, Otaru, Ironai, 1 Chome−2−17 小樽芸術村 ステンドグラス美術館

“A rare opportunity to examine exquisite British Stained Glass art close up. Normally Stained Glass windows in churches are high up and far away. Here, you can gaze in intimate rapture.”

1993 Atami, Shizuoka 413-0033, Japan

“It was lots of fun and photography spots.”

2000-6 Nagasakacho Koarama, Hokuto, Yamanashi 408-0031, Japan

“Not big nor small, just the right size. The essence of Ikuo Hirayama is so condensed here. No regret to visit.”

8 Chome-9 Kegoya, 呉市 広島県 737-0012, Japan

“{I only viewed the bridge while crossing the strait on the ferry from Matsuyama to Kure/ Hiroshima} (+) Cool red bridge (+) You can really appreciate its size and structure by passing under it on the ferry. *The SuperJet doesn't allow for expansive views. (+) All vessels slow down when passing through the narrow strait, so you can get some great pictures and videos.”

Japan, 〒489-0813 Aichi, Seto, Kurashocho, １−1 2階・3階 1番地の1

“The Seto Mono factory in Seto City received points deductions because they littered Seto Mono pottery scraps in parks and vacant lots and did not clean up! City hall has also neglected such people until now!”

671-3 Koderacho Nakanino, Himeji, Hyogo 679-2143, Japan

“The owner of the place is a really nice passionate guy. His passion for toys all around the world is second to none, this place is amazing and is a must see for any people near the area.”

2 Chome-19-15 Omiya, Fukui, 910-0016, Japan

“The exhibits from the Showa era are nostalgic. The underground parking lot excavation video in front of the station is amazing ✨”

1 Chome-25-37 Wakasa, Naha, Okinawa 901-0031, Japan

“I think everything in this museum should be translated into English. Museum about children of Okinawa who died due to American army attacked the boat they were evacuating at.”

1479-1 Yufuincho Kawakami, Yufu, Oita 879-5102, Japan

“Would love to have gone inside but we were short of time. We end up just looking around the candy shop but everything was so nostalgic and brought us back in time.”

2292-1 Tako, Kawachinagano, Osaka 586-0036, Japan

“A very interesting botanic garden in East Osaka. The original parking lot outside seems like no long available so please refer to the map (attached) for the new parking lot (which is 5 mins walking distance away from the entrance). The garden itself was not too big - it had quite an amount of collections though. The greenhouse was impressive - small but nicely designed. The wildness of this botanic garden was also quite unique as the flowers seem to display in quite a unique way.”

Japan, 〒170-0013 Tokyo, Toshima City, Higashiikebukuro, 3 Chome−1−4, Bunka Kaikan Bldg., 7F サンシャインシティ

“2023.12 [Admission fee] 600 yen [Closed days] During the exhibition change period, year-end and New Year holidays The origin of the word "Orient" is oriens, which means "the direction in which the sun rises (=east)" and means "the eastern world." When speaking of the Orient in Japan, the Middle East is often referred to as the ``Ancient Orient.'' There are exhibits of ancient ruins from Egypt, Mesopotamia (Iraq, Syria), Persia (Iran, Afghanistan), etc. Ruins in the Middle East are often preserved in dry conditions, so they are well preserved, and it is truly amazing to see that even though the ruins are from thousands of years ago, they still retain their coloring! Of course, metal products are better preserved as they are less likely to rust. Also eye-catching are the Rosetta Stone and a life-size replica of the Code of Hammurabi. To access it, take the elevator on the right at the back of Sunshine and go to the top, the 7th floor. Facilities eligible for Gurutto Pass”

19 Shiroyamacho, Kagoshima, 892-0853, Japan

“If you happen to drive past, you can stop. But it just a whole in a wall. The historical facts disolayed can be googled. You do not need to be there to connect the dots.”

Japan, 〒325-0304 Tochigi, Nasu District, Nasu, 高久西山5805−22

“館長？最低だな、、お金払って不愉快を買うぐらいひどい Not recommended for foreigners, the owner asked me how I felt when I came out of the tour, and when I said I didn't know much about it, the owner immediately got a bad look on his face and started kicking us out. In the lobby there are a few tables with old games on them, we tried to play, the owner said you are not a child anymore, hurry up and go. But meanwhile there were many other Japanese adults playing.”