Location: Ginza / Tokyo Nihonbashi
Top Things to do in Ginza / Tokyo Nihonbashi
What to do and see in Ginza / Tokyo Nihonbashi, Kanto: The Best Museums
Tradition collides with pop culture in Tokyo, where you can reverently wander ancient temples before rocking out at a karaoke bar. Wake up before the sun to catch the lively fish auction at the Tsukiji Market, then refresh with a walk beneath the cherry blossom trees that line the Sumida River. Spend some time in the beautiful East Gardens of the Imperial Palace, then brush up on your Japanese history at the Edo-Tokyo Museum. Don’t forget to eat as much sushi, udon noodles, and wagashi (Japanese sweets) as your belly can handle.
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1. Mitsubishi Ichigokan Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 435 reviews
Reviewed By SAVVYTRAVELER331
We happened upon this very special museum when we entered Marunouchi Brick Square and decided to view the current exhibition, which was "All About Mariano Fortuny." It did not disappoint! The historic red-brick building is a wonder in itself. Such a pleasure to walk through the rooms showcasing the exhibition. Easy to navigate, with the fashion and art beautifully displayed. There is also a lovely shop and a charming café. Also, right outside the museum, in Brick Square, are several restaurants and cafés. Definitely worth a visit!
2. JP Tower Museum Intermediatheque
3. Artizon Museum
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 195 reviews
Reviewed By 564hughm - Sydney, Australia
Impressed by this private art collection with its diversity of European masters (Monet, Picasso and many others), Japanese artists including impressionists and other diverse works. I understand the building was completed not long ago, with exhibition space that is very well thought out and designed. Well worth a visit.
4. Bank of Japan Currency Museum
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 234 reviews
Reviewed By geographyguy_11
I am no economist but I do love a good central bank museum. The Bank of Japan was no exception and offers a wealth of information about Japanese history inside its small display. The security staff at the entry were helpful in giving me an English guide to the exhibits, with further leaflets available in the museum itself. It is extremely comprehensive, detailing the history of currency in Japan from gold and silver ingots to the first paper money to the reforms required as the country opened up to the West during the Meiji period. This museum helped me put some of the things I had learnt at other museums in context. There are a set of stamps to collect as you go around and lots of coins, notes and associated objects to inspect. Well worth a trip if you love history, politics or old money!
5. Idemitsu Museum
6. Mitsuo Aida Museum
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 186 reviews
This museum exhibits the works of brush-and-ink calligraphy and poem by Mitsuo Aida, who is highly renowned for his truly original art style and unique sensibility. His strokes will give you new artistic experience and his messages in the poems will reach the bottom of your heart. Each work has an English translation. The rooms are large enough to make perfectly relaxed atmosphere.
7. Mitsui Memorial Museum
8. Sannomaru Shozokan
9. The Police Museum
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 160 reviews
Reviewed By AndreaUbok - Florida, United States
We saw the police car, helicopter & motorcycle in front & had to go inside & it was free. The elevator took us to 5 floors of Tokyo police stuff from interactive exhibits where children can dress up to model police & forensic labs. It was interesting & very cool but even more amazing for children if all ages.
10. Tokyo Station Gallery
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 128 reviews
Reviewed By Hillman2107 - Melbourne, Australia
The Tokyo station has a small but rather long gallery that features beautiful picture of famous and historical train station from all over the world. It’s a really nice gesture and touch to the station; it’s like an art gallery which exclusively features famous and historical train stations.
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