Bank of Japan Currency Museum
A free indoor museum in Nihonbashi exploring money through history.
Essential information
| Age | All ages |
|---|---|
| Fee | Free admission |
| Duration | Official estimate:30–60 minutes |
| Language | Check guide languages on the official site |
| Hours | 09:30–16:30; last entry16:00. Closed Mondays except holidays; check special closures.Check opening times |
| Access | 1 minute from Mitsukoshimae B1Getting thereAddress1-3-1 Nihonbashi-Hongokucho,Chuo,Tokyo; Bank of Japan annex |
| Official website | Official website |
| Booking | Groups of20+ need reservations; Bank of Japan head-office tours are separate.Official tickets |
Experience highlights
Follow the history of Japanese and foreign money.
Planning your visit
Compare shapes and materials together.
Family fit and cautions
No photography in the exhibition room; no eating inside.
Special closure October27–29,2026; special opening November2. Recheck before visiting.
Official information and access
Sources checked (Japan time) ·