Edo-Tokyo Open Air Architectural Museum

Absolutely amazing place and a must-visit! The Edo-Tokyo Open Air Architectural Museum left a great impression on me with its thoughtful display of historical buildings and everyday objects. It truly feels like stepping back in time. The immersive atmosphere and strong focus on both cultural and historical aspects make the experience unforgettable. A perfect spot for architecture lovers, history enthusiasts, and anyone looking to discover a different side of Japan.

Great place. Very interesting to see different types of houses and shops and being able to go inside. I went on a Sunday but it was quiet and located in a huge park. Took the local bus to the station on the way back. This place is not busy with tourists.

Great way to experience many types of Japanese architecture. A bit of a journey from Tokyo, and there is a walk from the train station (or a cab… ours back to the station 1000 yen) however it’s well worth it. We went to an excellent soba place near by and had a great day

Great museum for a half day. Neatly kept. Not too big or full. We went on a Tuesday morning and it was not crowded at all. Great for photography enthusiasts, architecture enthusiasts and those who just like the lo-fi nostalgia feel. Very anime. You can walk in quite a few of huge mansions and houses to see how people used to live. The gardens are also impeccable. Wear something photogenic and snap away. You have to take off your shoes to go in the houses so sear matching socks with no holes and maybe even extra thick socks because your feet might get cold walking on the floor. They have a Udon shop and a cafe in the park as well as some vending machines. Also plenty of seating if you'd like to bring some snacks.

Well worth a visit even with a 2km walk from either of the nearest train stations. So nice to be mostly outside in the fresh air vs. the stuffy over warm typical museums. History you can touch and smell. Keep you eyes open for spirits here.

AMAZING! Nicely located in a beautiful park, I arrived shortly after it opened in the morning. It was not crowded and enjoyed looking at buildings from different times. Wear shoes that can be easily taken off, as it required if you like to enter the buildings. Friendly guides are walking around to give additional information. I highly recommend to have lunch in the udon shop. Super delicious!

Beautiful and relaxing place to walk around. The buildings are well preserved and interesting to explore. It’s also a great spot for photography as the sun starts setting, especially when the cherry blossoms are in bloom.

This is an impressive museum with over 30 authentic historic buildings relocated from around Tokyo. Most are open to walk through (after removing your shoes of course) and all are beautifully maintained. You can explore an Edo period inn, a street of 1920’s shops, and a 1950’s bathhouse as well as many different houses and even a few vehicles. The grounds are lovely and the on site noodle shop has tasty udon (Be aware it is cash only). If you are interested in exploring this place thoroughly you could easily spend most of a day here.