Meiji Village

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Meiji-mura (Photo: Bariston / CC BY-SA 4.0)

Meiji-mura (Meiji Village) in Inuyama, Aichi Prefecture, is an open-air museum and theme park. History and architecture lovers will be pleased by the preserved atmosphere of the Meiji (1867-1912), Taisho (1912-1926), and early Showa (1926-1989) periods.

Overview

Address

1 Uchiyama, Inuyama, Aichi 484-0000 (Directions)

Hours

9:30 - 17:00 Closed now

Opening Hours

Monday 9:30 - 17:00
Tuesday 9:30 - 17:00
Wednesday 9:30 - 17:00
Thursday 9:30 - 17:00
Friday 9:30 - 17:00
Saturday 9:30 - 17:00
Sunday 9:30 - 17:00
Holidays 9:30 - 17:00

Website

https://centrip-japan.com/spot/meijimura.html

General Amenities

  • Souvenir shop
  • Information Counter
  • Free guides/pamphlets
  • Shops
  • Non-smoking
  • Restroom
  • Baby-friendly
  • ATM
  • Coin lockers

Access

At Inuyama Station, use the east exit and ride the bus headed for Meiji-mura (明治村行き).

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