Kodaira

Kodaira is a city located in the western portion of Tokyo Prefecture, Japan. As of 1 April 2021, the city had an estimated population of 195,207 in 93,654 households, and a population density of 9500 persons per km². The total area of the city was 20.51 square kilometres. Wikipedia.
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Sensō-ji

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Buddhist temple
Sights & Landmarks
Sacred & Religious Sites
Sensō-ji, Tokyo's oldest temple, was constructed in 645 to honor Kannon, the goddess of mercy. It is located in Asakusa, a spiritual and historical center of the city. The temple features a 3.3-meter-high red paper lantern and incense believed to have healing properties. Surrounding the temple is a vibrant street market offering various traditional items for sale.
Beautiful temple The shopping street and district around it are full of life. There are plenty of restaurants to dine at, cafes to eat at, shops to buy souvenirs from.. if you like Shiba, I'd recommend checking out one of the Shiba Cafe nearby Note, it's extremely crowded on New Years, and entering the temple to pray can easily take an hour or more. Enjoy!
Asim Husain — Google review
Awesome place to go see. A must go destination in Tokyo. It does get very busy so I recommend taking the train but there is parking available nearby too. So many cool thing to see here and do. A great day trip location. So many shops and restaurants and neat things to take pictures of.
Anthony Michalski — Google review
Absolutely one of my favorite spots in Tokyo. Yes, very touristy but if you want iconic photos I'd argue this is THE spot for them. Lots of food and trinket vendors in the area and if you time it well, you may catch a local celebration which brings even more energy and food vendors to the area! As a bonus, you can purchase a range of blessings inside the temple. There are a range of Wonderful and historical items to view in this general area as well.
Brock Bell — Google review
We went there at 8am as it is a stone away from our accommodation. It was raining that morning so maybe that is the reason why only a few tourists are there, and we pass by the stores that mostly close at that time. Lovely to see the intricate connection details, the big lantern, pagoda, and the main temple. After a short tour, we decided to buy some snacks that are filled with red beans and it was delicious. When we are heading outside the temple at 9am, we were greeted by the big influx of tourist.
Czarina — Google review
The place was crowded but it was well worth it. Many stone carvings and statues around the grounds. There were lots of stands selling things or all types statues, mask, food and other souvenir worthy things. The temple itself was beautiful. A whole lotta red. You can pray or give thanks and they sell charms inside too.
Don Carrion — Google review
The temple buildings and grounds are beautiful. The architecture is stunning, grounds immaculate, and vibe amazing for Tokyo. Coming from the main gate, you go through many vendors selling food, drinks, and souvenirs before you get to the temple itself. It's an extremely touristy in that area, and after early morning, it gets extremely busy and crowded. After you pass the crowds in the street market, it gets quieter so you can enjoy the temple itself more. So whether you go for the street vendor atmosphere or the temple itself, it's definitely worth a visit.
Adrian M — Google review
Visited before during the day in the past, felt like I was drifting in a sea of people, ha ha. This time I visited at night on a weekday and it was awesome; fewer people and the structures were far more vivid at night under both spotlight and moonlight. Surrounded by markets and restaurants, cool place for a late night stroll. Pagoda was my favourite structure overall, seemed like fewer people were interested in it for some reason.
Mo — Google review
Beautiful and must not be missed on your Tokyo trip. Best if you go early in the morning to avoid congestion at the temple. Arrive by 8am to enjoy and watch the shops open and begin to fill. Plan to spend a few hours here enjoying the architecture, traditions, food and other vendors. You will not be disappointed.
Jorge Méndez — Google review
Sensoji is a very famous temple in Tokyo. Everyone knows this place. I often go to this place to shop at the shops around the temple or to take pictures with the beautiful scenery here. This place is always crowded with visitors especially on holidays. Many Japanese people come to pray at the shrine here. But for a foreigner like me, this place has become a favorite tourist spot in Tokyo.
Aditya Harin Nugroho — Google review
This temple is a good start for new tourist to Japan. A long shopping street leading to the temple is nice for photos or souvenirs. sellers are nice, can speak English, offer Japanese stuff. The surrounding is full of restaurant and all kinds of Japanese food and desserts. Tourists are crowded in the front of the temple but getting inside will give you more air and better photos. You can also see Tokyo Tower from here.
Phuong Nguyen — Google review
One of the famous places must go in Tokyo, Japan. The shrine is crowded all the time; along the way to the main shrine, you will find souvenir shops where people shops for snacks and window shopping. Also, Japanese wears by travelers are also popular there. The shrine inside is less crowded and travelers are pay respect and meditation pray there for happiness and etc.
Prid Apichaiwattanawiboon — Google review
Very crowded and popular tourist attraction. I went on the weekend and I am sure it was much busier than on a weekday. I came by train and the station was very close and convenient and very crowded. Many tourists were dressed in traditional Japanese kimonos which made the experience particularly nice. The temple itself is very beautiful. There were a lot of people burning incense which I assume has some religious significance. Also there are these boxes that have fortune telling papers. You shake a container and randomly pull a stick out of it which has a number which tells you which drawer to get your fortune. The adjacent shopping area has a huge selection of shops selling traditional Japanese souvenirs and products. Also many restaurants offering primarily Japanese cuisine including Sushi restaurants. This tourist attraction is well worth a visit for the ambience alone but also for shopping and eating.
John C — Google review
It was my first time at this beautiful temple. I was super busy, lots of people came to visit and definitely could see why. There were lots of small shops and food stalls. When you made it to the temple it was stunning. There was also lots of shine and a beautiful little garden you can walk through. I would definitely recommend coming to see this temple. Five out of five
Devine Prasad — Google review
You guys probably already know that this is an amazing great tourist attraction to visit. Even though the vendors are closed in the evening or at night, I recommend coming here at night as the shrine and temples are nicely lit and it is just different vibe compared to during the day. It is also less crowded for all the introverts who just want to enjoy a stroll. If you come at night when the shops are closed, you can see the mural paintings depicting the festivities that occur in the shrine throughout time. It is pretty cool.
GANGIS — Google review
This beautiful temple is not just a cultural marvel but also a hub for local businesses. Street like Food stalls to charming souvenir shops, it's a delightful marketplace. Consider renting a kimono for an immersive experience. We explored day and night; the crowd was manageable, and lines were short. The temple grounds are free, with stunning landscaping. While there's a fee for full temple access, the partial view is beautiful. A must-visit iconic spot for tourists in Tokyo, blending tradition with commerce.
Brodie lee (GMrF) — Google review
An iconic location for Tokyo. A must visit for tourists. Tons of small shops around that sell food and goodies. You have to expect crowds. We went in the late evening, so we couldn’t get inside. Everything is beautiful and well maintained. You can pay 100 yens for trying a fortune. If you get a bad fortune, just fold it and tie it to the string. On a nice day you can see the Tokyo sky tree from there too.
Wind Napol — Google review
It’s one of the main tourist attractions in Tokyo. Beautifully constructed temple in Tokyo. Lots of shops are available on both sides of the lane in the temple. It’s also called as Asakusa temple. Night view is really awesome. During Sakura season it’s a delight to see the beauty. It’s of the picturesque spots in Tokyo. Every photographer in Tokyo will atleast have 50-100 pics of Sensoji temple. It’s the first temple I visited in Tokyo. So I personally like this place. A must visit temple to any foreigner in Tokyo who believes in god.
prapulla B — Google review
It’s even more amazing at night. A definite must see for any traveler/tourist when visiting Tokyo. So many cool shops around the temple as well. Great place for photo opportunities and enjoying the whole Japanese experience.
Matthew Pascual — Google review
Beautiful Buddhist temple, centrally located and easily accessible by public transport. Get there early in the day for a less crowded experience, however before 10/10.30AM you’ll likely find most of the shops still closed. You’ll find public restrooms and some food stalls. Food isn’t great but not bad either.
Ricardo Santos — Google review
We came here ourselves and not with a tour group. This temple and the whole complex is bigger than we realised, and it was definitely worth coming to see and so remarkable. There were just far too many people at the main gate and along the main street leading to the main great. With the benefit of hindsight, we should have come here early in the day, and not mid afternoon. Absolutely stunning and definitely worth seeing, but be prepared for all the people.
Anantha Krishnan — Google review
During my visit to Tokyo, Japan in 2019. I had a wonderful time visiting and exploring the various cultural opportunities the country provided. Ranging from historical landmarks, to temples, to delicious food stalls and souvenir shops that offer a variety of goodies to take back home.
Karim — Google review
This place was bigger than I expected. We visited here on a National Holiday. It was crowded but we managed to move around easily. You can visit this place in 30 minutes or longer depending on the time you have. We spent about an hour here and I felt it was plenty of time. It's worth the visit, and there is no entry fee.
Judy McConnell — Google review
I love this place. It’s so relaxing and peaceful. There’s also many stores surrounding the temple where you can enjoy buying food, souvenirs, or just walking around. It remind me of a anime and feels unreal. We went late at night and there was still a lot of people and the surrounding of this temple have so much late lights restaurants. I love the atmosphere and highly recommend coming here.
My Lam — Google review
Cool place, but it's a tourist trap. You need a paid guide to tell you where you can buy things at cheaper prices. The gates and overall market is cool, but not alike any other "Chinese town" (obviously this is japanese) from anywhere. Well on that point, I wish we had "Japanese towns" everywhere.
Cesar Alejandro Arias Canto — Google review
The must visit place in Tokyo in my opinion. This whole area is worth spending a day in. A perfect mix of old, and new. You will be amazed at the age and beauty here. This is what I thought Japan would be like. It is a little crowded but everyone was so nice and helpful. Shops everywhere with awesome souvenirs at every price range. You are missing out if you don't go here. Enjoy and best wishes.
Christopher Harris — Google review
The temple is truly majestic! Its grand, solid architecture and vibrant colors stand out. Particularly famous for its colossal lanterns at the entrance, guiding visitors into the magnificent hall. Surrounding the temple are numerous shops offering food and various trinkets. An enjoyable activity is dressing up in a Kimono and strolling toward the temple for picturesque moments. You'll find several excellent rental shops near the entrance. Located just a 10-minute walk from the rail station, plan for 1-2 hours to explore the temple and its surroundings. If you're opting for the Kimono experience, allocate a generous 3-4 hours for a leisurely stroll. They also offer handwritten goshuin, making it a definite must-visit.
Shirin Montebare — Google review
Very busy with lots of families. But honestly, it just gave off a lively experience. There are market shops and little food stalls along the main walkway. The temple is simply impressive. Beautiful architecture. I loved reading the signs about the history. Finding out that I had a “regular fortune” for ¥100 was honestly hilarious and nothing short of expected. Overall, it was a great experience and I definitely recommend.
Kevin Jiles — Google review
Came in the morning and night, and was surprised at how different the vibes are. Hands down I liked night better as it’s more tranquil and more temple vibes compared to morning where there are so many tour groups even though we came at 9am. The temple looks nice when lit up too. Maybe it’s nicer if the sky is clear as we went on a cloudy day. See pictures for comparison. Can go there both morning and night to see the difference for yourself.
Seah Jia Hui — Google review
Beautiful temple providing a nice oasis amidst the bustling Tokyo city, but extremely packed with tourists. The otherwise peaceful nature of the temples and the garden are not noticeable amongst the chaotic crowds jostling for the best angle for a photo op. Leading up to and encircling the temple grounds are vendors galore - food, snacks, trinkets, souvenirs, you name it. I stopped and got some street food nearby which was pretty good and capped my visit to Asakusa by walking along the waterway to admire the cherry blossom trees. As long as you don’t mind the crazy crowds, then this is a must-see spot in Tokyo.
Matt Smith — Google review
Went here early morning November 2023. The best time to go is really early in the day, otherwise it would be packed and difficult to go through. Lots of shops leading up to the temple but they look like tourist traps. The temple though is beautiful, even the gardens outside. A bit further out is a memorial garden dedicated to haiku poets.
Mary Paz Iris Villanueva — Google review
Must visit shrine in Tokyo! It's really crowded during the day, but it didn't really bother us very much. I also really recommend going at night, where the shrine is lit up beautifully. There's also food stalls and shop in the streets around the shrine and the area is very beautiful. Don't miss this place when coming to Tokyo!!
Victoria — Google review
Must-go place in Tokyo. Even though the place was extremely crowded, we enjoyed the Asakusa temples and neighborhood. Along the way you will find many unique vendors and fun eateries. So many people walked around with beautiful kimono. Highly recommend this place to visit while in Tokyo.
Amy Kang — Google review
My hubby and I visited the temple during the day and at night. If you want to see the temple without the crowds (and be able to read the signs), I'd highly recommend going early in the morning (before 8am) or at night. It's an incredible temple and regardless of your religious or spiritual views, it will be worth the visit.
Tash Leam — Google review
The temple as well as the Asakusa neighborhood are beautiful, although the latter can feel a bit touristy. It is a very popular destination in Tokyo, a must see, so even though we arrived relatively early (8 AM), the place was already pretty crowded making it hard to take good photos and enjoy the site. It probably didn't help that it was on a week-end, during cherry blossom season. By 10 AM, the place was so packed that it was hard to move around, let alone take any photos. So lesson learn, better arrive early to beat the crowd and have a more pleasant experience.
JP Bouchard — Google review
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Koishikawa Botanical Garden

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Botanical garden
Nature & Parks
Gardens
Koishikawa Botanical Garden, also known as Koishikawa Shokubutsuen, is a serene and picturesque botanical garden operated by the University of Tokyo's Graduate School of Science. It features a stunning Japanese landscape garden and an extensive collection of plant and tree species, including various types of cherry trees. This makes it a popular spot for cherry blossom viewing without the large crowds found at other locations during peak season.
Exceeded my expectations, perfect for nature lovers. ¥500 entrance fee per adult. Map provided but only available in Japanese There are so many beautiful trees and various plants to look at so it's a nice escape from busy city life. Perfect for families as there's something for everyone to look at or explore. They have a foresty area, a Japanese garden with ponds, a lot of sakura trees and big beautiful greenhouse with plant species from all over the world. There are drink vending machines as well as a tiny little stall but I would advise bringing your own snacks I think the best time to visit would probably be spring but you'll be surrounded by greenery no matter which season you decide to go
Julia Whos — Google review
Botanical Garden seems to me as not very much maintained, especially the herb garden. The parts with sakuras and japan garden are very nice. Several sakura trees were blooming, but majority still waiting to shop full bloom (31 Mar 2024)
Tomas Kurka — Google review
In this time of pandemic though most of the places are closed while you can still go to the private or public gardens, to release your stress, and worries for a while. Stay there for more than an hour to breathe, to relax, to get your self back, to cry, to shout and to get better. You can see many trees, flowers and wild flowers, birds, fishes, insects and so on. That makes you amazed and realize that being alive is a miracle and amazing. So, take your time to unwind and release all of your stress and worries even just for a while. God Loves Us. ❤️🙏💚🌲🌱🌿☘️🍀🌼🌺🥀🌷🌸🏵️🌻🌹
YTC:Reina Bee TV — Google review
Suggestible in Late Spring ,Summer, however: Anthroposophical Garden is the Perfect place to change from the Busy streets of Tokio .The collection of Medical plants is rather in Summer to Enjoy.
Elena Kürsteiner — Google review
Garden excellent , good walking and plants . Garden of Tokyo university
Marat Iakhin — Google review
Beautiful place to visit, lots to see and quieter than other places in Tokyo to see Sakura trees.
Peter Lee — Google review
A lovely park to wander through! Lots of trees for shade and flowers for aesthetics.
Ian F. — Google review
I can't believe this forest is in the city! BTW, I wonder where autumn leaves are this year... (Nov. 2023)
TED — Google review
Beautiful botanic gardens that offer a nice break from the busy city.
Stefan Ridenour — Google review
This botanical garden is situated in the Bunkyo (文京) district. This is an ideal place to get away from the crowds and be close to the nature with just a quick subway train ride. Lots of plants to see and space to walk around.
Choupette Mini — Google review
It’s a beautiful park with a 500 yen entrance fee. I visited this park twice, in spring and in autumn and both times, the scenery was amazing. There’s a museum inside but I guess, it’s closed all the time. Still, a great place to enjoy nature, particularly nearby the pond.
PJ — Google review
Beautiful and big garden. If you like nature or would like some good photos, you should go here.
Sebastiaan Langezaal — Google review
A forest in central Tokyo, beautiful nature. Winter prune blossom of all kinds and one majestic winter sakura tree, spring cherry blossom all over a green carpet, summer tropical vibrations and autumn fire colors with maple trees and ginkgo trees. Picnick areas, snacks avaliable. This park is the perfect spot to give your senses full break from town noise and frenzy. Perfect for kids...
CC POC — Google review
It's a really nice botanical garden. You need to pay 400 yen to enter. But some part is not well managed. The tracks seem to be off, if not because of the map we would definitely get lost. And yeah, they provide the english map as well. overall I have a good time in there.
Abkarin Nadhira — Google review
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Kodaira Furusatomura

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Open air museum
Cultural institution
Heritage museum
Kodaira Furusato Village is a small open air museum exhibiting cultural heritage of Japanese way of living. There are old houses as well as the old Post Office which was restored. It's a really lovely place, rich with history, and it's located conveniently along the tranquil Kodaira Green Road.
Jessica Ilunga — Google review
You can enjoy experiencing old Japanse life there.
Hiroshi Ota — Google review
Free entry and can experience the old samurai time life style. Also learn how the kids play that time.
Hadi Permana — Google review
very comfortable place in nostalgic atmospheres everyone like
Yasu Swan — Google review
Amazing!!!
mirko mirken — Google review
(Translated by Google) It is located near Ome Kaido on the Kodaira bicycle promenade. They were holding a spring event for cherry blossom viewing and it was very busy so I decided to take a detour. It probably also serves as a gathering place for the local community. There were Japanese drums and festival-like performances, but it was geared toward families and children. Admission is free, so I think it's a good idea to take a look while you're taking a walk, but if you make this your goal, you'll be disappointed, so it's best not to. (Original) 小平の自転車遊歩道の青梅街道近くにあります。花見客目当てに春のイベントやっていて、賑わっていたので寄り道してみました。地域の寄り合い場のような役目もあるのでしょう。和太鼓や縁日のような出し物がありましたが家族や子供向けです。 入場は無料なので散歩ついでに覗いてみるのはいいと思いますが、ここを目的にするのはガッカリするので止めた方がいいです。
NOBU — Google review
(Translated by Google) Admission is free. There is a water wheel on the premises, an old thatched house, and a udon restaurant, allowing you to travel back in time to the Edo period. It's an interesting place to play and look around, with handmade children's toys available for free use. In the past, there were begomas and stilts, but today there are hula hoops. Today, I came to eat Kodaira udon. The menu only includes Kodaira Yo Udon, and each meal costs 500 yen. On Saturday, November 18, 2023, you will receive 300 free udon meals. It is very beautiful during the cherry blossom season as it is located along the cherry blossom trees of Green Road. Also, the sight of snow covering the thatched roofs in winter is a very appealing sight. The Ogawa Post Office, located on the premises, also has a thatched roof. The name of the place around here is Ogawa... By the way, there used to be a Kodaira Ogawa Post Office about 3.5km along Ome Kaido towards Ome from here, but it was closed on March 20, 2015. Parking and bicycle parking available. (Original) 入場無料です。 敷地内には水車があったり、藁葺きな根の古民家があったり、うどん屋さんがあったりと、江戸時代にタイムスリップできます。 手作りの子供の玩具などが自由に使えたりと、遊んだり、見て回ったりとそれなりに面白い場所です。 昔は、ベーゴマや竹馬がありましたが今日は、フラフープがありました。 今日は、小平糧うどんを食べに来ました。メニューは小平糧うどんのみで、1食500円です。 2023.11.18(土曜日)はうどんが300食無料になります。 グリンロードの桜並木沿いにあるため桜の時期には大変綺麗です。また、冬の時期に藁葺き屋根に雪が乗った景色もとても味わいがある風景になります。 敷地内にある、小川郵便局も藁葺き屋根です。ここら辺の地名は小川なんですね、、、 因みに、ここから青梅街道を青梅方面に3.5kmほど行ったところに小平小川郵便局が有りましたが、2015年3月20日に廃止になりました。 駐車場、駐輪場有り。
浩美 — Google review
(Translated by Google) I stopped by while jogging along the Tama Lake Bicycle Path. My favorite is the restored residence from the early days of settlement. Many of the houses from the Edo period have been relocated, but we do not know what kind of houses the farmers living in when cultivating new land lived. The walls are not made of earth, and the sides are also thatched. Of course, it's not between the boards. I think I read somewhere that pit dwellings were also used during the Muromachi period. Honestly, I think it would be easier to build a pit dwelling than this house, and it would be more comfortable. The explanation of the water wheel is also interesting. It seems that this may have caused a water dispute. Apparently it spins at 10 liters per second. I was surprised that it turned with less force than I expected. (Original) 多摩湖自転車道をジョギングした際に立ち寄った。お気に入りは、開拓当初の復元住居だ。江戸時代の住居を移築したものは多いが、新しい土地を開拓する農民がどのような家に住んでいたかは知らなかった。土壁などでなく、側面も茅葺だ。当然、板の間などではない。 竪穴式住居は室町時代でも使われたいたと何かで読んだ気がする。正直、この家を建てるより竪穴住居の方が簡単に建てられるうえ快適な感じがする。 水車の説明も興味深い。水争いの原因になったりしたそうだ。毎秒10リットルで回るそうだ。おもったより小さい力で回るのに驚いた。
atftok — Google review
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Kodaira Hirakushi Denchu Art Museum

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Sculpture museum
Museums
Art museum
This small museum, located within a renovated private residence, showcases the spirit of the times and the incredible craftsmanship of Japanese sculptors. Despite its size, it is definitely worth taking the time to visit and explore.
Harry (Ronald) — Google review
This little museum is really out of the way, but located along the green belt of the Tamagawa Josui canal. The sculptor Hirakushi was apparently famous but his work is not really my taste. The preparatory sculptures in the basement were most interesting to me. However, his home and garden have been carefully preserved and make for an interesting visit.
aaron meldahl — Google review
Never knew Kodaira had such an interesting art museum. It is located at the sculptors house, so you get to tour his art exhibit and his traditional Japanese house. It is a very pleasant experience and well laid out.
Leon Brown — Google review
Historical art museum and there is a beautiful garden.
Hiroshi Ota — Google review
(Translated by Google) It's very relaxing and relaxing to watch. There is also a room on the first floor where you can watch videos of Denaka Hirakushi's work. There is an art museum with one floor underground and two floors above ground, and the building where Denaka Hirakushi lived in his later years. The building where they lived is currently closed to the public as the garden fence is undergoing repairs. You can watch a video of the mansion from the QR code on the pamphlet. The large camphor tree in the garden that is used for carving is not allowed in the garden, so it can only be seen through the gaps between the construction sheets until the repairs are completed. Immediately outside the hedge, the clear water of Tamagawa Josui flows through a deep channel that resembles a moat, and Nishikigoi are swimming around. People can be seen walking along the Josui side road as a promenade through the trees. (Original) とても落ち着いてゆっくり見られます。 一階の部屋に平櫛田中さんの作品のビデオを見られる部屋もあります。 地下1階地上2階建ての美術館と、平櫛田中さんの晩年くらした建物があります。 暮らした建物は今は庭の塀の修理も有り非公開でした。パンフのQRコードから動画で邸宅の様子は見られます。 庭に有る楠木の彫刻材の大木は庭に入れないので、修理が終わるまで、工事用のシートの隙間からしか見られません。 生垣の外はすぐ玉川上水の清水がお堀の様に深い水路の中を流れ、錦鯉が泳いでいます。 上水側道は木立ちの中、散歩道として歩く人が見られます。
yakunn tomoji — Google review
(Translated by Google) Unfortunately, I couldn't see the mansion part due to renovation work. Still, it was a wonderful exhibit that was well worth the trip. It is timeless and good even if you look at it now without fading. I would be very happy if I could take some photos. (Original) 改修工事のため邸宅部分が見れなかったのは残念だった。それでもわざわざ足を運ぶだけの価値がある素晴らしい展示だった。今見ても色褪せることなくタイムレスに良い。写真撮影を一部でもさせていただけるととても嬉しい。
lee slee — Google review
(Translated by Google) There were some works where small black dots were drawn repeatedly, which caught my attention. Following the directions, we proceeded from the 1st floor to the 2nd floor to the basement, and at the end, in the basement, there was an exhibition about the artist's techniques and tools. Since it's not a mystery novel, I would have liked an explanation after the author's introduction. I'm not sure what the purpose was in introducing it at the end, but if you're going from now on, please make your guesses as you proceed to the basement. Photography was prohibited inside the building. (Original) 小さな黒い点が復数描画されている作品が点在しており、気になっていました。案内に従い1階⇒2階⇒地下と進んで行くと、最後の地下で作者のその技法に関しての説明や道具についての展示がありました。推理小説ではないので、作者の紹介の次くらいには説明が欲しかったです。どういう意図があって最後に紹介したのか疑問ですが、これから行かれる方は是非推理しながら地下までお進み下さい。建物内は全館撮影禁止でした。
oq m8 — Google review
(Translated by Google) It's about a 15-minute walk from Kokubunji Station and Seibu Tamako Line's Hitotsubashi Gakuen Station. It is quietly located in a residential area near the greenery of Musashino and Tamagawa Josui. I visited on a public holiday, but it seemed like a little-known spot and there weren't many visitors, so I was able to enjoy the view at my leisure. The exhibition rooms are on the 1st and 2nd floors and the 1st basement floor. Admission fee is 300 yen. There is a mansion next door, but due to renovation work scheduled, only the entrance is open to the public. I was able to see each piece up close and was overwhelmed by their precision and power. Video viewing is also available. Although it was a little far away, I was really glad I visited. (Original) 国分寺駅乗り換え西武多摩湖線「一橋学園駅」から歩いて15分ほどです。武蔵野の緑と玉川上水近くの住宅街の中に、ひっそりとあります。 祝日に訪れましたが、穴場のようで訪問者は少なくゆっくり観賞できました。展示室は1,2階と地下1階です。入館料は300円です。隣に邸宅がありますが、改修工事予定のため玄関部分のみの公開です。 ひとつひとつの作品を間近かに観賞でき、その緻密さと迫力に圧倒されました。ビデオ視聴もあります。 少し遠方でしたが、訪れて本当に良かったと思いました。
前嶋百合子 — Google review
5

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The Gas Museum in Toyosu, Tokyo is a popular attraction for families and school groups. The museum offers hands-on experiences and free admission, making it an excellent choice for a day out. Despite its small size, the museum's early 20th century buildings and international lamp posts create a unique atmosphere. While English translations are limited, visitors can enjoy a presentation on gas lamps in Japanese.
It has good diorama, entertaining explanation, and space for children to draw. Recommended for families!
Andry Yudha Kusumah — Google review
Interesting and free museum! Was walking through the neighborhood and noticed a large red building - upon closer inspection it was a gas museum! Free admission - so nothing to complain about. I was fascinated by all the old advertising posters - especially the posters featuring Charlie Sheen and a rabbit!
Tom Wilkinson — Google review
Free admission. Excellent museum. Great history. It is not so big that you will feel foot weary at the end of your visit but the buildings are early 20th century structures and the lamp posts in the courtyard London, Paris, and Yokohama. English translations on displays are minimal but sufficient. There is a short presentation that you can listen to in Japanese and the presenter showed how the gas lamps are lit and the comparison between candlelight, gas light, lightbulbs with various filaments and LED light. Definitely worth a visit if you are in the area.
Victor Eby — Google review
It's a cute little museum that's free in which you can see different types of gas products from back in the day. They also have some old posters that feature Hollywood actors which are always fun to look at, as they probably figured it would not be shown outside of Japan.
Zebusyodel — Google review
(Translated by Google) Visited on a weekday in early April. Admission is free. Free parking available. Disabled parking available. Bicycle parking available. There is a toilet. Barrier-free and washlet available. I think the content was more appealing to adults than the gas museum in Odaiba. Odaiba has more volume, but it's something adults can enjoy as well, so I enjoyed it regardless of the size. There were demonstration presentations held several times a day, and the content was interesting about gas lamps (this was the first time I had heard about gas mantles). There's a fish shop nearby that's famous for its cheap and delicious fish (Kakugami Fish), so I think it would be a good idea to enjoy it there as well. (Original) 4月上旬の平日に来訪。入場料無料。無料駐車場あり。バリアフリー駐車場あり。駐輪場あり。トイレあり。バリアフリー対応及びウォシュレットあり。 お台場のガスの博物館と比べて、大人受けする内容だったと思います。ボリュームはお台場の方が多いのですが、大人も楽しめる内容であるため、私には規模に関係なく楽しめました。 1日に数回、実演プレゼンテーションも行われており、ガス灯について興味深い内容でした(ガスマントルについては初めて聞きました)。 近くには安くて美味しいと有名な魚屋(角上魚類)があるので、そことセットで楽しむのもよいかと思います。
T K — Google review
(Translated by Google) There is a very beautiful building made of brick. There is a gas lamp. You can also learn about the history of Eiichi Shibusawa. (Original) レンガ作りでとても綺麗な建物があります。 ガス灯があります。 渋沢栄一の歴史について知ることももできます。
y shiny — Google review
(Translated by Google) You can tour for free. The receptionist was kind and the demonstration and explanation of gas lamps from 2:00 pm was very good. The exhibits in the Lifestyle Hall are nostalgic items such as gas rice cookers. There were some things I saw for the first time, such as a gas organ🎹. (Original) 無料で見学が出来ます。 受付の方は親切だし14時からのガス灯の実演と解説がすばらしく非常に良かったです。 生活館の展示品はガス炊飯器など懐かしい物 ガスオルガン🎹など初めて見る物もありました。
toshi oki — Google review
(Translated by Google) I had been curious about it every time I passed by, so I decided to take a look. It was great to be able to experience the history of gas and how it compares to electric light, and to see the nostalgic bath kettles. (Original) 昔から通る度に気になっていたので見学させていただきました。 ガスの歴史や電気の明かりとの比較等が体験でき、懐かしい頃の風呂釜等を見学出来て良かったです。
Cat Tokyo — Google review