Takayama Shōwa-kan Museum
Shimoichinomachi, Gifu
Retro museum presenting displays, objects & memorabilia dedicated to the Showa period (1926–1989).
- 👶 Kid-friendly
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Why it's in the ranking
We blend the rating (4.4) with the volume of 2,209 reviews to compute a confidence score of 4.35 (out of 5).
Opening hours
● Closed now- Monday: 09:00 AM – 05:00 PM
- Tuesday: 09:00 AM – 05:00 PM
- Wednesday: 09:00 AM – 05:00 PM
- Thursday: 09:00 AM – 05:00 PM
- Friday: 09:00 AM – 05:00 PM
- Saturday: 09:00 AM – 05:00 PM
- Sunday: 09:00 AM – 05:00 PM
Approximate location
Address: Japan, 〒506-0843 Gifu, Takayama, Shimoichinomachi, 6番地
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Reviews from Google- ★★★★★★★★★★Rave Galili· 4 months ago
Very nice place, especially recommended on rainy days. The two floors take you on a nostalgic trip back to the 80s and 90s — and even further back in time. Lots of retro games, toys, and unique items to explore. There is a small entran…
- ★★★★★★★★★★Rubén Fernández· 4 months ago
It is probably one of the best museums I have been to and with no doubt the best in Japan for the moment. You can feel as if you had travelled back in time. The great detail in each room and corner is astonishing, and the best part is t…
- ★★★★★★★★★★Felipe· 6 months ago
It is a very cool small place indeed. But, in my opinion, it's skippable especially if you're short on time in Takayama. The concept is interesting: it's "hidden" behind a candy store and it recreates a lot of mostly commercial establish…
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