Tokyo, Japan's capital home to over 9 million people is both a very modern city mixed with tradition and history. One can find anything to do to their heart's desire, enjoy luxurious shopping in Ginza, or be a part of the kawaii youth culture in Harajuku. Or why not spend a day wandering around the shitamachi, immersing yourself in the historical Edo atmosphere in Asakusa. Tokyo has so much to offer and to see that it will certainly never be boring here.
We've made a list of 50 places in Tokyo to inspire you to explore the city that never sleeps. Enjoy!
Meiji Jingu Shrine
Feel the mystical energy of the Meiji Shrine
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| Business Hours | from dawn to dusk |
| Address | Meiji Jingu, 1-1 Yoyogikamizonocho, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo See map |
| Telephone | 03-3379-5511 |
| Website | http://www.meijijingu.or.jp/english/index.html |
Sensoji Temple
Get a glimpse of Japanese culture at Sensoji Temple, the oldest temple in Tokyo, and Nakamise-dori with its many shops
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| Business Hours | Everyday ( 06:00 AM ~ 05:00 PM ) |
| Price | FREE |
| Address | Senso-ji Temple, 2-3-1 Asakusa, Taito-ku, Tokyo See map |
| Telephone | 03-3842-0181 |
| Website | http://www.senso-ji.jp/about/index_e.html |
Asakusa
A Tour of Asakusa (Old and New Japan)
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| Address | Asakusa Taito-ku, Tokyo See map |
| Website | http://wikitravel.org/en/Tokyo/Asakusa |
Tsukiji Fish Market
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The end of a prominent fish market serving the huge metropolis of Tokyo after 80 years of history.
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| Business Hours | From Oct. 6, 2018: all operations closed From Sep. 29, 2018: closed to the public * The outer market will continue to be open |
| Address | Tsukiji market, 5 Chome-2-1 Tsukiji Chuo, Tokyo See map |
| Telephone | 03-3541-2640 |
| Website | http://www.tsukiji-market.or.jp/tukiji_e.htm |
Tokyo Government Building
See the night view of Tokyo for free! Relax and enjoy a glass of wine served 202 meters above ground, in the Tokyo Government Building.
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| Business Hours | Everyday ( 09:30 AM ~ 11:00 PM ) |
| Price | FREE |
| Address | Tokyo Metropolitan Government Building, 2-8-1 Nishishinjuku , Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo See map |
| Telephone | 03-5320-7890 |
| Website | http://www.metro.tokyo.jp/ENGLISH/OFFICES/observat.htm |
Tokyo Tower
End your day at Tokyo Tower and enjoy the amazing view
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| Business Hours | Everyday ( 09:00 AM ~ 10:00 PM ) |
| Price | Adults: 1,600 JPY Child: 1,000 JPY |
| Address | 4-2-8 Shibakoen, Minato-ku, Tokyo See map |
| Telephone | 03-3433-5111 |
| Website | http://www.tokyotower.co.jp/eng/ |
Odaiba
Odaiba is one of Tokyo’s most entertainment filled places. It’s full of fun from morning to evening.
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| Address | Daiba Minato-ku Tokyo See map |
| Telephone | 03-5579-2680 |
| Website | http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Odaiba |
Shibuya Crossing
The crossing in front of Shibuya Station is a landmark of the area. On weekends, 3000 people cross it at once.
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| Address | 2 Chome-2 Dōgenzaka Shibuya-ku, Tōkyō-to 150-0043 Japan See map |
Tokyo Skytree
A 360 degree landscape from Japan’s Tallest Tower
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| Business Hours | Everyday ( 08:00 AM ~ 10:00 PM ) |
| Price | Adults: 2,060 JPY Child: 930 JPY |
| Address | Tokyo Skytree, 1-1-2 Oshiage, Sumida-ku, Tokyo See map |
| Telephone | 03-5302-3470 |
| Website | http://www.tokyo-skytree.jp/en/ |
Chidori-ga-fuchi
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The cherry blossom-lined path is a must-see spot at the former Edo Castle, now the Imperial Palace
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| Address | 千鳥ヶ淵,1-1 Kitanomarukoen, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo See map |
| Telephone | 03-3213-0095 |
| Website | http://www.env.go.jp/garden/kokyogaien/english/point06.html |
Shinjuku
At Golden Gai in Shinjuku, experience the atmosphere of Japan’s olden days
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| Address | Shinjuku station, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo See map |
| Website | http://www.kanko-shinjuku.jp/en/tabid/83/Default.aspx |
Harajuku
Shopping in the neighborhood where the “Kawaii” culture began
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| Address | 1 Jingumae, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo See map |
| Website | http://www.takeshita-street.com/ |
Ueno Park
A park filled with cherry blossom trees, museums, and a zoo
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| Business Hours | Everyday ( 05:00 AM ~ 11:00 PM ) |
| Address | Ueno Park, Taito-ku, Tokyo See map |
| Telephone | 03-3828-5644 |
| Website | http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ueno_Park |
Robot Restaurant
An incredible 90-minute experience with robots, tanks, and fighters
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| Business Hours | Everyday ( 04:00 PM ~ 11:00 PM ) The basic performance schedule is below 1st show: Doors open at 3:10pm～ Performance begins at 4:00pm～ 2nd show: Doors open at 5:00pm～ Performance begins at 5:55pm～ 3rd show: Doors open at 7:00pm～ Performance begins at 7:50pm～ 4th show: Doors open at 9:00pm～ Performance begins at 9:45pm～ [close] Closed due to maintenance (please check the homepage) |
| Price | Adults: 8,000 YEN Meals require a separate charge of 1000 yen |
| Address | ロボットレストランTokyo, Shinjuku, Kabukicho, 1 Chome−7−1新宿ロボットビルB2 See map |
| Telephone | 03-3200-5500 |
| Website | http://www.shinjuku-robot.com/pc/?lng=en |
Imperial Palace
Take a refreshing moment in the greenery of the Imperial Palace
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| Business Hours | Weekdays ( 09:00 AM ~ 06:00 PM ) The Imperial Palace tour is scheduled twice a day at 10a.m. and 1:30p.m. with each tour lasting up to 90 minutes. The Imperial Palace Outer Gardens and the East Gardens can be seen freely. [close] Below are the fixed holidays (1) Weekends and national holidays (2) Afternoons from July 21st to August 31st (3) New Year’s holidays (December 28th-January 4th) (4) Any days which are necessary for holding events and similar functions |
| Address | Imperial Palace, 1-1 Chiyoda, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo See map |
| Telephone | 03-3213-1111 |
| Website | http://sankan.kunaicho.go.jp/english/index.html |
Pokemon Center Mega Tokyo
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A shop that takes you to the world of the Pokemon
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| Business Hours | Everyday ( 10:00 AM ~ 08:00 PM ) However, please check the homepage since the shop corresponds with the operating times for Sunshine City |
| Address | Sunshine City alpa 2F 3-1-2 Higashi-Ikebukuro, Toshima-ku, Tokyo See map |
| Telephone | 03-5927-9290 |
| Website | http://www.pokemon.co.jp/gp/pokecen/english/ |
Shibuya
Shibuya, Tokyo's Youth Center
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| Address | Shibuya Station, Shibuya, Tokyo See map |
| Website | http://play-shibuya.com/en/ |
Ghibli Museum
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A museum filled with your Ghibli favorites like “Totoro” and “Laputa”
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| Business Hours | Monday ( 10:00 AM ~ 06:00 PM ) Wednesday ( 10:00 AM ~ 06:00 PM ) Thursday ( 10:00 AM ~ 06:00 PM ) Friday ( 10:00 AM ~ 06:00 PM ) Weekends ( 10:00 AM ~ 06:00 PM ) |
| Price | Adults: 1,000 JPY Child: 400 JPY |
| Address | 1-1-83 Shimorenjaku, Mitaka-shi, Tokyo See map |
| Telephone | 0570-055-777 |
| Website | http://www.ghibli-museum.jp/en/ |
Tokyo Dome City
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A stadium, an amusement park and a spa all in one facility. Have fun on an urban holiday.
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| Business Hours | Everyday |
| Address | 1-3-61 Koraku, Bunkyo-ku, Tokyo See map |
| Telephone | 03-5800-9999 |
| Website | http://www.tokyo-dome.co.jp/e/ |
The Imperial Palace East Gardens
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Enjoy your day at Tokyo’s vast historical landmark, The Imperial Palace East Gardens
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| Business Hours | Tuesday ( 09:00 AM ~ 04:00 PM ) Wednesday ( 09:00 AM ~ 04:00 PM ) Thursday ( 09:00 AM ~ 04:00 PM ) Weekends ( 09:00 AM ~ 04:00 PM ) |
| Price | FREE |
| Address | 皇居東御苑 , 1-1 Chiyoda, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo See map |
| Telephone | 03-3213-1111 |
| Website | http://www.kunaicho.go.jp/e-about/shisetsu/higashigyoen-map.html |
Shinjuku Golden Gai (Golden Street)
Shinjuku’s back street. 200 bars and restaurants are filled into a maze of narrow streets.
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| Address | 1-1-6, Kabukicho, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo See map |
| Telephone | 03-3209-6418 |
VenusFort
It’s not just for shopping and dining. There are plenty of amusement facilities including a casino.
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| Business Hours | Everyday ( 11:00 AM ~ 09:00 PM ) Shopping 11:00am-9:00pm Dining 11:00am-11:00pm （however, this will vary depending on the establishment） [close] No scheduled holidays. Please check the official homepage. |
| Address | 1 Chome-3-15 Aomi, Kōtō-ku, Tōkyō See map |
| Telephone | 03-3599-0700 |
| Website | http://www.venusfort.co.jp/multi/index_e.html |
Rainbow Bridge
The landmark of the Tokyo waterfront. The night view is spectacular!
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| Business Hours | Everyday ( 10:00 AM ~ 06:00 PM ) |
| Price | FREE |
| Address | 3-33-19, Kaigan, Minato-ku, Tokyo See map |
| Telephone | 03-5442-2578 |
Koishikawa Korakuen Garden
The feeling of a lord at the most fashionable garden in the Edo Era, Koishikawa Korakuen Garden
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| Business Hours | Everyday ( 09:00 AM ~ 04:30 PM ) |
| Price | Adults: 300 JPY |
| Address | 1-6-6 Koraku, Bunkyo-ku, Tokyo See map |
| Telephone | 03-3811-3015 |
Nakano Broadway
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A labyrinth overflowing with Japanese subculture
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| Address | 5-52-15 Nakano, Nakano-ku, Tokyo See map |
| Telephone | 03-3388-7004 |
| Website | http://www.nbw.jp/index_e.html |
Ginza
Enjoy shopping for made in Japan goods
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| Address | Ginza, Chuo-ku, Tokyo See map |
| Website | http://www.ginza.jp/?lang=en |
Ikebukuro
A downtown area which has everything from fashion and entertainment to subculture
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| Address | Ikebukuro, Toshima-ku, Tokyo See map |
Shinjuku Gyoen National Garden
Enjoy nature at Tokyo’s version of Central Park in the middle of the city
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| Business Hours | Tuesday ( 09:00 AM ~ 04:30 PM ) Wednesday ( 09:00 AM ~ 04:30 PM ) Thursday ( 09:00 AM ~ 04:30 PM ) Friday ( 09:00 AM ~ 04:30 PM ) Weekends ( 09:00 AM ~ 04:30 PM ) Last entry 4:00 PM [close] Monday Open on National Holidays,but closed the next weekday 29th Dec. - 3rd Jan. |
| Price | Adult: 200 JPY Elementary and Junior high school student: 50 JPY Infant: Free |
| Address | Shinjuku Gyoen, 11 Naito-machi, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo See map |
| Telephone | 03-3350-0151 |
TOKYO ONE PIECE TOWER
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Take an adventure at Tokyo Tower which has been converted into the domain of Luffy and his comrades
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| Business Hours | Everyday ( 10:00 AM ~ 10:00 PM ) [close] Please inquire about the schedule during the New Year’s Holidays |
| Price | Adults: 3,200 JPY Child: 1,600 JPY Child admission applies to 4-12 years of age. Children 3 and below are free. (※Accompaniment by parent or guardian is required) |
| Address | Tokyo Tower, 4 Chome-2-8 Shibakoen, Minato, Tokyo See map |
| Telephone | 03-5777-5308 |
| Website | http://onepiecetower.tokyo/en/ |
Kagurazaka
Kagurazaka still has the atmosphere of the entertainment district from the good old days. Take a stroll along the stone-paved roads and find a restaurant from the Michelin guide.
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| Address | Kagurazaka, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo See map |
Ameyoko(Ameya-Yokochō)
A very low-priced market where you can find everything from foods to miscellaneous goods
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| Address | アメヤ横丁,Tokyo, Taito 上野6-10-7 See map |
| Telephone | 03-3832-5053 |
| Website | http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ameya-Yokoch%C5%8D |
Tsukiji Outer Market
Find the freshest ingredients in Japan’s famous kitchen
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| Business Hours | Weekdays ( 09:00 AM ~ 06:00 PM ) Differs depending on the facility [close] Varies on the shop (3 days in the middle of August are closed due to the O-Bon holidays) |
| Address | Tsukiji Outer Market , Tokyo, Chuo Tsukiji 4−10−16 See map |
| Telephone | 03-3541-9466 |
| Website | http://www.tsukiji.or.jp/english/index.html |
Kappabashi
Kappabashi, the Kingdom of Cooking. Japan’s No. 1 street for kitchen utensils
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| Business Hours | Everyday ( 09:00 AM ~ 05:00 PM ) |
| Price | Depending on the store |
| Address | 3-18-2 Matsugaya Taito-ku Tokyo See map |
| Telephone | 03-3844-1225 |
| Website | http://www.kappabashi.or.jp/en/index.html |
Roppongi
Get a taste of the extraordinary in Roppongi, an urban artistic area.
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| Address | Roppongi Minato-ku Tokyo See map |
| Telephone | 03-3433-7355 |
| Website | http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Roppongi,_Minato,_Tokyo |
Yasukuni Shrine
A shrine dedicated to the war dead which is also a famous place for cherry blossoms. The festival stalls are a must-see.
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| Business Hours | Everyday ( 06:00 AM ~ 05:00 PM ) |
| Price | FREE |
| Address | 3-1-1 Kudankita, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo See map |
| Telephone | 03-3261-8326 |
| Website | http://www.yasukuni.or.jp/english/index.html |
Yoyogi Park
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After shopping in cute and poppy Harajuku, relax in Yoyogi Park.
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| Business Hours | Everyday |
| Price | FREE |
| Address | Yoyogi Park 2-1 Yoyogikamizonochō Shibuya, Tokyo See map |
| Telephone | 03-3485-4090 |
| Website | https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Yoyogi_Park |
Omotesando
A trendy area. A neighborhood where you can encounter cutting-edge fashion and various other items
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| Address | 3 Kitaaoyama Minato-ku Tokyo See map |
| Website | https://www.gotokyo.org/en/tourists/areas/areamap/harajuku.html |
NHK Studio Park
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Take a behind-the-scenes look at television production at Studio Park in Shibuya.
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| Business Hours | Everyday ( 10:00 AM ~ 06:00 PM ) [close] 毎月第4月曜日（3月23日は開館） •3月2日（月）〜6日（金） •12月28日（月）～2016年1月1日（金） •2月22日（月）〜26日（金） 休館日は変更になることがあるので注意 |
| Price | Adults: 200 YEN |
| Address | 2-2-1 Jinnan, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo See map |
| Telephone | 03-3485-8034 |
| Website | http://www.nhk.or.jp/studiopark/guide/pamphlet.html#en |
Shibuya Center Gai
A shopping street where the youth gather. It’s just beyond the famous scramble intersection of Shibuya
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| Price | FREE |
| Address | 24-4 Udagawacho, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo See map |
| Website | https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Center_Gai |
Akihabara
Find everything from idols to electronics in Akihabara
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| Address | Akihabara Station, Tokyo See map |
| Website | http://akiba.or.jp/english/index.html |
Yanaka
Get a glimpse of old Japan in Yanaka with its 70 temples
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| Address | Yanaka Taito, Tokyo 110-0001 See map |
| Website | https://www.gotokyo.org/en/tourists/areas/areamap/yanaka.html |
Mori Art Museum
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Take a close look at art and life at a place touching the sky
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| Business Hours | Monday ( 10:00 AM ~ 10:00 PM ) Tuesday ( 10:00 AM ~ 05:00 PM ) Wednesday ( 10:00 AM ~ 10:00 PM ) Thursday ( 10:00 AM ~ 10:00 PM ) Friday ( 10:00 AM ~ 10:00 PM ) Saturday ( 10:00 AM ~ 10:00 PM ) Sunday ( 10:00 AM ~ 10:00 PM ) |
| Price | Adults: 1,000 YEN Child: FREE College/University student :500YEN Up to high school and less than 18 years of age will be free of admission fee upon presenting a valid form of ID. Tickets to Tokyo City View Observation Deck and Mori Art Museum Adult: 1800 YEN Student (high school/university): 1200 YEN Child (Age 4 up to Juniorhighschool student): 600 YEN Senior (Ages 65 & over):1500 YEN Ticket for both The National Art Center & Tokyo and Mori Art Museum Adult: 1800 YEN Student (College / University): 800 YEN |
| Address | 53F, Roppongi Hiruzu Mori tower 6-10-1, Roppongi , Minato-ku, Tokyo See map |
| Telephone | 03-5777-8600 |
| Website | http://www.mori.art.museum/eng/index.html |
Tokyo Water Bus
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The water bus, another way to enjoy your time in Tokyo
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| Price | Differs depending on the facility |
| Address | 1 Chome-1-1 Hanakawado Taitō-ku, Tōkyō-to See map |
| Telephone | 0120-977-311 |
| Website | http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tokyo_Cruise_Ship |
Edo Tokyo Museum
A museum where you can thoroughly learn about Edo and Tokyo
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| Business Hours | Everyday ( 09:30 AM ~ 05:00 PM ) April-September 9:30am～5:30pm October-March 9:30am～4:30pm ＊The museum will be closed for renovation from October 1, 2017 to March 31, 2018. |
| Price | Adults: 600 YEN Child: FREE |
| Address | 1-4-1 Yokoami, Sumida-ku, Tokyo See map |
| Telephone | 03-3626-9974 |
| Website | http://www.edo-tokyo-museum.or.jp/english/ |
Nezu Museum
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Indulge quietly in old Asian art near fashionable Omotesando
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| Business Hours | Everyday ( 10:00 AM ~ 05:00 PM ) [close] No scheduled holidays. Please check the official homepage. |
| Price | Adults: 1,200 JPY Child: FREE |
| Address | 根津美術館,6-5-1 Minamiaoyama, Minato-ku, Tōkyō-to See map |
| Telephone | 03-3400-2536 |
| Website | http://www.nezu-muse.or.jp/en/index.html |
National Museum of Nature and Science
Past and modern science of world-leading Japan can be found in this museum
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| Business Hours | Tuesday ( 09:00 AM ~ 05:00 PM ) Wednesday ( 09:00 AM ~ 05:00 PM ) Thursday ( 09:00 AM ~ 05:00 PM ) Friday ( 09:00 AM ~ 08:00 PM ) Saturday ( 09:00 AM ~ 08:00 PM ) Sunday ( 09:00 AM ~ 05:00 PM ) |
| Price | Adults: 620 YEN Child: FREE |
| Address | 7-20 Ueno Koen, taito-ku, Tokyo See map |
| Telephone | 03-5777-8600 |
| Website | http://www.kahaku.go.jp/english/ |
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