Tokyo Sword Museum

Overview

The Tokyo Sword Museum is a museum specializing in Japanese swords, operated by the Japan Sword Society, a public interest incorporated foundation. It houses and displays swords, sword mountings, and related items donated by sword enthusiasts and entrusted to the museum for safekeeping and management. The exhibits include precious Japanese swords, many designated as National Treasures and Important Cultural Properties. The collection spans a wide range, from ancient masterpieces from the Heian, Kamakura, and Nanbokucho periods to works from various eras and schools. A visit to the Tokyo Sword Museum allows you to gain a deeper understanding of the beauty, history, techniques, and cultural context of Japanese swords. The museum is also integrated with the adjacent Former Yasuda Garden. This garden was once owned by the wealthy merchant Yasuda Zenjiro during the Edo period and retains the atmosphere of that era. A stroll through both the Tokyo Sword Museum and the Former Yasuda Garden offers a blend of history and nature. The Tokyo Sword Museum also holds events and workshops related to swords, offering opportunities to learn about sword making and maintenance. Sword enthusiasts are encouraged to participate.