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Updated: January 21, 2026

The Meiji-Maru 重要文化財 明治丸

2-1-6 Ecchujima, Koto City, Tokyo

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The first ship registered as an Important Cultural Property

The Meiji-Maru is more than just Japan’s last remaining iron ship. Built by shipbuilding firm Robert Napier and Sons of Glasgow, England for the Japanese government, the vessel originally served as a lighthouse patrol ship. In later years, it was also used by the Imperial family of Japan. Between 1896 and 1954, the ship was used as a moored training vessel. Taken out of service and preserved as an Important Cultural Property, you can still board the ship for an in-depth look at late 19th-century ship building.

How to Get There

  • Etchujima StationJR Keiyo LineJR Musashino Line2 min on foot
  • Monzen-nakacho StationTokyo Metro Tozai LineToei Oedo Line10 min on foot
Opening Hours

  • 10:00-16:00
    TuesdaysThursdaysSaturdays

    10:00-15:00
    TuesdaysThursdaysSaturdays

    *Changes depending on the season and/or time period
    *Last entry 30 minutes before closing
  • Closing days: MondaysWednesdaysFridaysSundaysNew Year's holidaysGolden WeekIrregular
    *Open 10:00-16:00 from April to September and 10:00-15:00 from October to March.
    *Closed on the first and third Saturdays of each month. Also closed during the summer holidays, New Year's holidays, and other irregular days.
    *Check the official website for more information.
Price

Free
Facility Info
  • Non-smoking areas

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