Nagoya Touken World Sword Museum

The Nagoya Japanese Sword Museum—Nagoya Touken World—opened in 2024 as a spot to encounter the finest Japanese swords.
One hundred and fifty elegant Japanese swords, or "touken" are on display, including rare items designated national treasures, important cultural properties, and important art pieces. Plus, roughly 50 suits of armor and samurai helmets make a home here along with ukiyo-e prints depicting men in arms and battles, sword fittings, matchlock guns, and other works of art related to sword weaponry and warriors.
This museum was established with the aim of being a Meeting Spot for All to Commune with and Enjoy Japanese Culture, and it enjoys a place in the hearts of tourists and history buffs alike.

The Nagoya Japanese Sword Museum—Nagoya Touken World—opened in 2024 as a spot to encounter the finest Japanese swords.
One hundred and fifty elegant Japanese swords, or "touken" are on display, including rare items designated national treasures, important cultural properties, and important art pieces. Plus, roughly 50 suits of armor and samurai helmets make a home here along with ukiyo-e prints depicting men in arms and battles, sword fittings, matchlock guns, and other works of art related to sword weaponry and warriors.
This museum was established with the aim of being a Meeting Spot for All to Commune with and Enjoy Japanese Culture, and it enjoys a place in the hearts of tourists and history buffs alike.

OVERVIEW

Location 3-35-43 Sakae, Naka-ku, Nagoya-shi, Aichi
Opening Hours 10:00 am–5:00 pm (admission until 4:30 pm)

Note:
• Same hours for Japanese-style cafe and restaurant Uraku.
Regular Holidays • Mon (the following weekday should Mon coincide with a national holiday)
• Exhibition change periods
• Year-end/New Year holiday (Dec 29–Jan 3)
Access • Get off at Yaba-cho Station on the Meijo Subway Line. Approx. 10-min. walk.
• Get off at Osu Kannon Station on the Tsurumai Subway Line. Approx. 9-min. walk.
• Get off at Fushimi Station on the Higashiyama and Tsurumai Subway Lines. Approx. 12-min. walk.
Restroom Available
Parking Available (5 spaces. Free of charge within 2 hours. JPY 500 for each additional 30 min.)

Notes:
• A parking validation offered by the museum is required to use the parking lot.
• Parking space reservations unavailable.
• Bus and moped, etc. parking unavailable.
• Check the official site for more details.
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