Omocha-no-machi Bandai Museum

Omocharanomachi Bandai Museum

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Explore the history of Bandai toys! Featuring a life-size Gundam bust!

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HighlightsLearn about the history of Japanese toys
See toys from around the world
Get up close to Edison's inventions
Experience the awe-inspiring life-size Gundam bust
An interactive museum for children and adults

Basic Information

Address: 3-6-20 Bandai Collection Center, Omocha-no-machi, Mibou-cho, Shimotsuga District, Tochigi Prefecture Search for tourist attractions in Tochigi

Access: About a 10-minute walk from Omocha-no-machi Station on the Tobu Utsunomiya Line. Take the Hiroiki Renkei Yugao Bus bound for “Dokkyo Medical University Hospital” from Ishibashi Station on the JR Utsunomiya Line and get off at the “Mutsushougakkou-mae” stop. It's a 5-minute walk from there. A 5-minute drive from the Mibou IC on the Hokkanto Expressway. A 15-minute drive from Ishibashi Station on the JR Utsunomiya Line. Show route

Op.Hours: 10:00 AM to 4:30 PM

Cld.Days: Open year-round (occasional temporary closures)

Fee: Adults: ¥1,000, Children: ¥600 Group rates (20 people or more): Adults: ¥800, Children: ¥400

INFO: Free parking available. Large bus parking is also possible.

HP: https://www.bandai.co.jp/museum/

Overview

The Omocha-no-machi Bandai Museum is a toy museum operated by Bandai, a leading toy manufacturer. It boasts a rich collection that will captivate both adults and children. The museum is divided into four engaging sections: The Japanese Toys section showcases a diverse range of toys, from Edo-era wooden toys to post-war plastic toys, offering a fascinating glimpse into Japan's cultural and social evolution. The Toys from Around the World section presents a captivating array of antique European toys and traditional Asian toys, allowing visitors to appreciate global diversity. The Edison's Inventions section features iconic inventions like the phonograph and lightbulb, demonstrating the remarkable progress in science and technology. The Gundam section exhibits Gundam plastic models and animation footage, immersing visitors in the vibrant world of Japanese anime and robot culture. The Omocha-no-machi Bandai Museum is a captivating museum where you can learn, explore, and have fun through the world of toys.

Omocha-no-machi Bandai Museum

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