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Japan Folk Crafts Museum

Komaba, Tokyo

Japan Folk Crafts Museum
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The Mingeikan, founded in 1936 by philosopher Yanagi Soetsu as the home of the mingei folk craft movement, showing anonymous everyday ceramics, textiles, woodwork and Korean and Okinawan craft in a beautiful stone-and-wood building he designed himself.

Nearest station Komaba-Todaimae (Keio Inokashira Line)
Cost ¥¥
Time needed 1-2 hours
Best time Weekday mornings

Insider tip

Slip-on shoes help, you swap into slippers at the door. Check open days for Yanagi's residence across the street, opened only a few days each month.

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How do I get to Japan Folk Crafts Museum?
The nearest station is Komaba-Todaimae (Keio Inokashira Line). Japan Folk Crafts Museum is in Komaba, Tokyo.
How much does Japan Folk Crafts Museum cost?
Japan Folk Crafts Museum is mid-range, marked ¥¥ on our price scale.
How long do you need at Japan Folk Crafts Museum?
Plan for 1-2 hours.
When is the best time to visit Japan Folk Crafts Museum?
Weekday mornings.

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