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明治大学博物館

千代田区

Last verified: Oct 5, 2025 Source confidence: Medium Sources: Google

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Hours
Monday: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Phone
03 - 3296 - 4448
Website
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Address
Japan, 〒101 - 8301 Tokyo, Chiyoda City, Kanda Surugadai, 1 - chōme−1, 明治大学 駿河台キャンパス アカデミーコモン地階

About this museum

Tucked away in Tokyo's historical district, this compact museum offers a sobering glimpse into Japan's judicial practices during the Edo period. Visitors can explore a carefully curated collection of legal artifacts, including authentic punishment and execution implements that illuminate the era's complex legal system. Admission is free, allowing guests to spend 30 - 45 minutes examining these stark reminders of historical justice methods.

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  • Free admission every day
  • Today: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM -
  • Plan for around 90 minutes
  • Verified Oct 5, 2025

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Japan, 〒101 - 8301 Tokyo, Chiyoda City, Kanda Surugadai, 1 - chōme−1, 明治大学 駿河台キャンパス アカデミーコモン地階

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  • 4.2 rating from 558 reviews

Opening hours

Monday10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
SundayClosed

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