Parliamentary Museum: Witness to Japanese Democracy
Explore Japan's political history at this free museum showcasing the nation's journey through parliamentary democracy in the heart of Tokyo.
The Parliamentary Museum, near the National Diet Building in Tokyo, offers a free and engaging look into Japan's parliamentary history. Opened in 1972 to commemorate the 80th anniversary of the Japanese parliament, the museum showcases the evolution of Japanese democracy through historical documents, multimedia exhibits, and interactive displays.
A brief summary to Parliamentary Museum
- 1 Chome-8-1 Nagatachō, Chiyoda City, 1 Chome Nagatachō, Tokyo, 100-0014, JP
- +813-3581-1651
- Visit website
- Monday 9:30 am-5 pm
- Tuesday 9:30 am-5 pm
- Wednesday 9:30 am-5 pm
- Thursday 9:30 am-5 pm
- Friday 9:30 am-5 pm
- Saturday 9:30 am-5 pm
- Sunday 9:30 am-5 pm
Local tips
- The museum is free to enter, making it an accessible and budget-friendly option for travelers.
- Exhibits have explanations in both Japanese and English.
- Combine your visit with a stroll through the nearby Diet Front Park to enjoy seasonal plants and trees.
Getting There
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Public Transport
The Parliamentary Museum is easily accessible via the Tokyo Metro. From Nagatacho Station (Yurakucho, Hanzomon, and Nanboku lines), take Exit 2, which is a 5-minute walk to the museum. Alternatively, from Kokkaigijidomae Station (Marunouchi and Chiyoda lines), take Exit 2, which is a 7-minute walk. Tokyo Metro fares range from ¥180 to ¥330 depending on the distance traveled. A one-day pass for unlimited use of Tokyo Metro is available for ¥700.
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Bus
Toei buses from Shinbashi Station to Otakibashi Shako stop at Kokkaigijidomae, a 3-minute walk from the museum. The flat fare for buses in central Tokyo is ¥210 for adults. A Toei Bus One-Day Economy Pass is available for ¥500, allowing unlimited use of Toei buses for one day.
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Taxi
Taxis are available throughout Tokyo, but are a more expensive option. From Tokyo Station, a taxi ride to the Parliamentary Museum typically takes around 6 minutes and costs between ¥3,100 and ¥3,800. Taxi fares in Tokyo start at ¥420 for the first 1,052 meters, with an additional ¥80 for each 233 meters.
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