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Updated: November 14, 2023

Basho Museum 江東区芭蕉記念館

1-6-3 Tokiwa, Koto City, Tokyo

Follow the footsteps of famous haiku poet Matsuo Basho

Matsuo Basho (1644-1694) is hailed as a luminary of Japanese haiku, which follows a five-seven-five syllable format. His simple yet evocative poetry is known throughout Japan and the world, and often depicts scenes of Japan's landscapes and nature.

Learn about Basho's works and the Japanese haiku at the Basho Museum, a commemorative space built in the poet's honor in Koto City. It stands near to where a small hut that Basho once lived in and wrote many of his travel journals was.

How to Get There

  • Morishita StationToei Shinjuku LineOedo LineExit A17 min on foot

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Opening Hours

  • 9:30-17:00
    MondaysTuesdaysWednesdaysThursdaysFridaysSaturdaysSundaysHolidays

    *Last entry 30 minutes before closing
  • Closing days: If a scheduled closing falls on a public holiday, the facility will remain open on the holiday and close the next day.
    *Note: closed second and fourth Mondays of the month.

Price

General admission: 200 yen

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Facility Info

  • RestroomsNon-smoking areas
  • Japanese
  • JapaneseEnglish
  • Multi-purpose toiletToilet with handrailsDiaper changing facilitiesBaby chair/high chairFolding bed for adultsWheelchair loanAccessible communication formats

For updated information on opening hours, closings, prices, and more, please check the official website or ask the facility directly.