Eisei-Bunko Museum
Museums
Central
History, Art
Eating: This is NOT a good place to get a meal or snack.
Eisei-Bunko Museum
Family Treasures
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1-1-1, Mejirodai Bunkyo-ku Tokyo, Kanto 112-0015 |
+81 3 3941 0850 Fax: +81 3 3943 0454 |
Description
Eisei-Bunko is home to the art and craft heirlooms of the Hosokawa family, Lord of Higo Kumamoto. The Hosokawas are one of the three prestigious daimyo families that assumed the post of Kanrei (deputy shogun) in the Muromachi shogunate. There are four different themes in the museum each year. The displayed collection includes swords, armour, tea artifacts and beautiful, Noh-theatre costumes.
Times & Dates
Open Hours: 10am-4:30pm, Tues-SatNotes: Last admittance is 30 minutes before closing.
Visit Time: 30min-1.5hr
Average Wait Time: None
Price: $5-$10
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: Pre-teen (9-12yrs), Teen, Adult, Senior
Groups that would most enjoy this site: Couples, Families, Friends, Groups, Solo Travelers
Transportation
Nearest Train or Bus:
Mejirodai station
Best Modes of Transportation:
Subway
Notes: Take the west exit from Mejiro Station on the JR Line, or the museum is a 15-minute walk from Exit 1A of Edogawabashi Station on the Tokyo Metro Yurakucho Line. Another good option is to take the Toei Bus bound for the Shinjuku Station, and get off at Mejirodai. The museum is a three-minute walk from here.
Parking Availability: Limited
Average Price per Hour: $0-$5
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