Basho Museum
Museums, City Parks & Gardens
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Literature, History, Art
Eating: This is NOT a good place to get a meal or snack.
Basho Museum
Basho Kinenkan
A Great Writer and Poet
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1-6-3 Tokiwa Koto-ku Tokyo, Tokyo Prefecture 135-0006 |
+81 (0)3 3631 1448 Fax: +81 (0)3 3634 8369 |
Description
This small building is dedicated to the memory of an early Edo writer of travel sketches, Matsuo Basho (1644-1694). He was also a poet who was pivotal in bringing haiku to the level of art. The detailed maps of his walks are particularly noteworthy. He produced excellent haiku as a result of his five-month trip through northern Honshu--then the least developed area in Japan. For serious enthusiasts there is a special room for haiku works-in-progress and recitations. A garden and a glimpse of the Sumida River add to the special ambiance.
Times & Dates
Open Hours: 10am-5pm, Tues-SunNotes: Last admittance is 30 minutes before closing.
Visit Time: 30min-1hr
Average Wait Time: None
Price: $0-$5
Exposure
Indoor with climate control.Age Recommendations/Requirements
Ages Admitted: Infants/Toddlers (0-3yrs), Children (4-8yrs), Pre-teen (9-12yrs), Teen, Adult, SeniorAges that would most enjoy this site: Adult, Senior
Groups that would most enjoy this site: Couples, Friends, Groups, Solo Travelers
Transportation
Nearest Train or Bus:
Morishita Staion
Best Modes of Transportation:
Subway
Notes: Take Exit A1 at Morishita Station.
Parking Availability: Limited
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