National Museum of Japanese History
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The National Museum of Japanese History offers an adventurous experience with squatting toilets available, but also provides regular toilets. Visitors praise the incredibly nice staff, interactive school experiences, calligraphy activities, detailed dioramas, and the opportunity to appreciate Japanese history through its exhibits.
Recommendations:
- What to do: Try the calligraphy activities, explore the detailed dioramas, and participate in the school experience.
- What to eat: Enjoy the café.
- What to avoid: Ensure you have a plan for luggage storage, either using coin lockers at Keisei Sakura or asking museum staff for assistance.
- Tips: Download the app for an English audio guide, bring headphones for a multi-language experience, and take advantage of the relaxed pace to fully absorb the history.
Recommendations:
- What to do: Try the calligraphy activities, explore the detailed dioramas, and participate in the school experience.
- What to eat: Enjoy the café.
- What to avoid: Ensure you have a plan for luggage storage, either using coin lockers at Keisei Sakura or asking museum staff for assistance.
- Tips: Download the app for an English audio guide, bring headphones for a multi-language experience, and take advantage of the relaxed pace to fully absorb the history.
Opening Hours
- Monday: Closed
- Tuesday: 9:30 AM – 4:30 PM
- Wednesday: 9:30 AM – 4:30 PM
- Thursday: 9:30 AM – 4:30 PM
- Friday: 9:30 AM – 4:30 PM
- Saturday: 9:30 AM – 4:30 PM
- Sunday: 9:30 AM – 4:30 PM
117 Jōnaichō, Sakura, Chiba 285-0017, Japan
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