Fukagawa Edo Museum: A Step Back in Time

Have you ever wondered what life was like in Edo-era Japan? The Fukagawa Edo Museum offers a unique opportunity to step back in time and experience the sights, sounds, and smells of a bygone era.

Located in the heart of Tokyo, this fascinating museum houses a life-size replica of a traditional Edo-period neighborhood. You can wander through the narrow streets, peek into the homes of merchants and artisans, and even try your hand at traditional crafts.

Highlight of the Fukagawa Edo Museum

The Edo-period town: This is the centerpiece of the museum, that recreates the townscape of Fukagawa Sagacho at the end of the Edo period. It features a main street, storehouses, a fire lookout tower and a boathouse.

Each house is richly detailed with the tools and goods that its occupants would use. You can step into some houses (take off your shoes!) to take a closer look.

While you stroll through the streets, you may notice that the light slowly changes: There is a day-night cycle at the museum.

On specific days you can watch traditional performing arts like rakugo. This is included in the admission price.

Cultural Facility

The Fukagawa Edo Museum is a cultural facility as well, with a theater (Recreation Hall), courses and workshops. Watch a stage play, take part in a kimono dressing experience or create a Japanese kite. These are not included in the general admission price of 400 Yen.

A special three-museum admission ticket which includes the Baho Memorial Museum and Nakagawa Funabansho Museum, is offered for 500 Yen.

If you are interested in Japanese history and culture, Fukagawa Edo Museum is a must-visit. It’s an immersive experience that will transport you back in time and give you a glimpse of what life was like in Edo-era Japan. It’s also located just five minutes from Kiyosumi Park (entrance: 150 Yen).

Meow

If you’ve arrived at Kiyosumi-Shirakawa station, you may’ve noticed the large advertisement for the museum featuring a cat. This cat is actually in the museum as well! It’s not a living cat of course, but a plush one that sits on a roof. Every few minutes you can hear a loud „meow“.