Ad Museum Tokyo
4.4
(891)The Ad Museum Tokyo is a free museum dedicated to the history of advertising and marketing in Japan, from the Edo period to the present day. It features a chronological exhibition with great visuals and explanations in both Japanese and English.
Address
Catetta Shiodome, 1-chōme-8-2 Higashishinbashi, Minato City, Tokyo 105-7090, Japan
Website
Opening Hours
12:00 – 6:00 PM (Thu)
Phone
+81 3-6218-2500
Worth it?
Worth it if you're looking for an engaging and informative free activity
Skip if you're not interested in advertising or prefer larger, more traditional museums
Location
Catetta Shiodome, 1-chōme-8-2 Higashishinbashi, Minato City, Tokyo 105-7090, Japan
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Highlights
The main floor provides a beautifully presented overview of Japanese advertising graphics throughout the years.
You can find interactive screens and "cloud" shaped audio-visual booths that showcase television commercials curated by the emotions they evoke.
The museum offers the opportunity to create a free postcard inspired by vintage Japanese ads.
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Who it's for
Anyone interested in Japanese culture, history, and creativity, especially those who enjoy interactive exhibits and a unique perspective on how advertising has evolved.
Know before you go
The museum is closed on Mondays and Sundays.
The small stamp-making machine by the gift shop closes one hour before the museum.
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Reviews
4.4
Very good
5 ReviewsVisitors find this museum a fascinating and engaging look at Japanese advertising history, with many highlighting the free admission, interactive displays, and the chance to make a free postcard. The staff are also noted as friendly and helpful.
Fun facts
The museum was established in 2002 to commemorate the 100th anniversary of Yoshida Hideo's birth.
The museum's library is the only specialized library in Japan focused on advertising communication, housing approximately 30,000 works.
