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Aug 27, 2014 - 1 min read

Tokyo Kite Museum

A treasure trove of kites in the heart of the city

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Kites cover almost every inch of the space.

A dried Ika (squid) kite.

Kites of all shapes and colours in Tokyo Kite Museum.

Kites that are as small as mail stamps!

Kites that are as small as mail stamps!

Interior of the Kite Museum

Interior of the Kite Museum

Reproduction of the workroom of the late Mr. Teizo Hashimoto, one of the greatest painter of the Edo dako kite artist.

Interior of the Kite Museum

Beautiful artwork on the kite

Tucked away in a building at Nihonbashi, Tokyo, the Kite Museum is a treasure trove of historical kites. Just like the mad scientist’s lab, the kite museum resembles a kite fanatic’s playhouse with kites of all shapes and colours hanging and drape in every possible (and maybe impossible) corner. There is a scent of 'age' in this small museum, and as I explored and learned about kites of different eras, I cannot help wondering about the kite flyers who once flew these kites and their kite-flying stories. For a nominal entrance fee of ¥200, the Tokyo Kite Museum makes a great visit for those who like kites, history and culture.

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Karen Zheng

By Karen Zheng

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Karen Zheng

Karen Zheng Photographer 5 years ago

Not sure if this is still there, hope it is still around.

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Kim Bergström

Kim Bergström 5 years ago

So unique and a really reasonable admission fee!

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Elena Lisina

Elena Lisina 5 years ago

Interesting museum! Thanks for sharing!

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Sleiman Azizi

Sleiman Azizi 6 years ago

This place is a bonanza of quirkiness and intimacy.

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Reyzi Enditya

Reyzi Enditya 10 years ago

i just know this. thanks :)

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