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Edo-Tokyo Museum

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Edo-Tokyo Museum

A museum renewed in 2026 that introduces the history and culture of Tokyo from the Edo period to the present day.

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This museum offers a comprehensive look at the history and culture of Tokyo, from the Edo period to the modern day. Since opening in 1993, it has been a popular place to learn about Tokyo’s journey, and after major renovations, it reopened in March 2026.

The permanent exhibition hall spans the 5th and 6th floors in an open atrium and covers Approx. 9,000㎡, centered on the “Edo Zone” and the “Tokyo Zone.” Alongside authentic materials, the museum features many detailed scale models, full-scale large recreations, and hands-on exhibits, presenting a three-dimensional view of how Edo and Tokyo developed as a city. Highlights such as the full-scale recreation of Nihonbashi Bridge and scale models of townscapes are especially impressive, making it easy to feel close to the lives and culture of the people of that time.

The renewal also enhanced exhibits using video production and digital technology, creating a more immersive viewing experience. Special exhibitions, themed exhibitions, and lectures are held regularly, so the museum is enjoyable not only for history lovers but also for first-time visitors discovering Tokyo’s history.

Highlights

  • A museum in Ryogoku, Sumida City, Tokyo.
  • Comprehensively introduces the history and culture of Tokyo from the Edo period to the present day.
  • Reopened in March 2026 after major renovations.
  • The permanent exhibition hall is centered on the “Edo Zone” and the “Tokyo Zone.”
  • Exhibits using video production and digital technology have been enhanced.

Photos

  • ExteriorImage courtesy of Tokyo Metropolitan Edo-Tokyo Museum

    ExteriorImage courtesy of Tokyo Metropolitan Edo-Tokyo Museum

  • Permanent Exhibition Hall (Nihonbashi Bridge, Hattori Clock Shop) Image courtesy of Tokyo Metropolitan Edo-Tokyo Museum

    Permanent Exhibition Hall (Nihonbashi Bridge, Hattori Clock Shop) Image courtesy of Tokyo Metropolitan Edo-Tokyo Museum

  • 3F Edo-Tokyo Hiroba Image courtesy of Tokyo Metropolitan Edo-Tokyo Museum

    3F Edo-Tokyo Hiroba Image courtesy of Tokyo Metropolitan Edo-Tokyo Museum

Official FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions have been vetted and answered directly by each listing.

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Is free Wi-Fi available in the area?
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Yes.

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Are coin lockers available?
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Yes.

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Is re-entry possible?
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Only for the permanent exhibition. (If you would like to re-enter, please stop by the counter on the 5th floor.)

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Is there a smoking area?
A

No.

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Are there tourist attractions nearby?
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Yes. (Kokugikan, Japanese Sword Museum, Sumida Hokusai Museum, Former Yasuda Garden, Ekoin Temple, and others)

Reviews

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  • Chungjian Huang
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    My favorite part was the full-scale buildings and street models inside the museum. Every corner was crafted so beautifully, and the photos feel super immersive. If you take your time, you can easily spend the whole afternoon there.

Details

Name in Japanese
東京都江戸東京博物館
Postal Code
130-0015
Address
1-4-1 Yokoami, Sumida City, Tokyo
Phone
03-3626-9974 (Main)
Closed on
Mondays (or the following day if Monday is a national holiday or substitute holiday), New Year holidays
Hours
9:30 am-5:30 pm (Saturdays 9:30 am-7:30 pm) Last admission is 30 minutes before closing
Admission
Varies by special exhibition and permanent exhibition; see the official Edo-Tokyo Museum website for details
Access
1) Approx. 1-minute walk from Ryogoku Station on the Toei Subway Oedo Line
2) Approx. 3-minute walk from the West Exit of Ryogoku Station on the JR Sobu Line
Credit Cards
Accepted
Official website
Official website (English)
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