Tokugawa Art Museum
Location: 1017 Tokugawa-cho, Higashi-ku, Nagoya, Aichi 461-0023, Nagoya, Aichi, Japan
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About
The Tokugawa Art Museum in Nagoya is dedicated to preserving and showcasing the cultural heritage of the Tokugawa family, the ruling shogunate of Japan during the Edo period. The museum houses over 10,000 artifacts, including national treasures like the 'Genji Monogatari Emaki' and 'Hatsune no Chodo', with a significant collection of samurai swords and armor inherited from Tokugawa Ieyasu. It serves as a cultural hub transmitting Japanese art and spirit to future generations. Founded in 1935, the Tokugawa Art Museum was established to preserve the vast collection of artifacts inherited by the Owari Tokugawa family, the leading branch of the Tokugawa clan. The museum's core collection originates from the personal items of Tokugawa Ieyasu, passed down to his ninth son, Yoshinao, the first lord of the Owari domain. Over the Edo period, the collection grew to encompass a wide array of daimyo tools and cultural treasures, reflecting the prestige of the Owari Tokugawa family.
Gallery
Highlights
- Genji Monogatari Emaki - The oldest extant illustrated scroll of 'The Tale of Genji', a classic of Japanese literature, dating back to the 12th century.
- Hatsune no Chodo - A set of lacquerware wedding furniture created for Chiyohime, daughter of the third shogun Tokugawa Iemitsu, in 1639.
- Swords of Tokugawa Ieyasu - A collection of swords owned by Tokugawa Ieyasu, including works by renowned swordsmiths.
- Armor of the Tokugawa Family - Various sets of armor used by members of the Tokugawa family, showcasing the evolution of samurai protective gear.
Operating Hours
| Monday | 10:00 - 17:00 (Last admission at 16:30) |
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| Tuesday | 10:00 - 17:00 (Last admission at 16:30) |
| Wednesday | 10:00 - 17:00 (Last admission at 16:30) |
| Thursday | 10:00 - 17:00 (Last admission at 16:30) |
| Friday | 10:00 - 17:00 (Last admission at 16:30) |
| Saturday | 10:00 - 17:00 (Last admission at 16:30) |
| Sunday | 10:00 - 17:00 (Last admission at 16:30) |
Note: Closed on Mondays (except national holidays, then closed the following day), and during exhibition change periods.
Admission
| General | 1600 JPY |
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| Students | High School/University: 800 JPY, Elementary/Middle School: 500 JPY |
| Children | 500 JPY (Elementary/Middle School) |
| Seniors | Information not available |
Discounts: Group discounts available for 20 or more people; special rates for disabled visitors and one accompanying person.
Notes: Online tickets available at https://www.e-tix.jp/tokugawa-art-museum
Access
Public Transport: 10-minute walk from Ozone Station (JR Chuo Line, Meijo Subway Line, Meitetsu Seto Line). City bus available from Nagoya Station to 'Tokugawaen Shindeki' stop.
Driving: Limited parking available on-site; additional parking nearby for buses and cars.
Parking: Limited parking available on-site; additional parking nearby.
Facilities
Restrooms: Available, including accessible restrooms.
Gift Shop: Museum shop selling exclusive items, books on Tokugawa history, and replicas of artifacts.
Restaurant/Cafe: On-site cafe offering Japanese-style refreshments and light meals.
Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible with ramps and elevators; wheelchairs available for rent.
Guided Tours: Guided tours are available in Japanese and occasionally in English, focusing on the historical context of the Tokugawa family and their artifacts.