From the Edo period to modern times, learn more about life in Osaka
A museum dedicated to "living, history and culture." The building is divided into two floors: the 9F, which is a life-size reproduction of the streets of the Edo period, and the 8F, which is a representation of the towns of the Meiji, Taisho, and Showa periods with models, video theater and documents. On the 9th floor, a full-size reconstruction of the Edo period townscape of Osaka is displayed. Visitors can freely walk and photograph the faithfully reproduced machiya (traditional townhouse) and tenement houses, and get a first-hand feel of life in Osaka during the Edo period. At the "Modern Osaka Panorama Tour" on the 8th floor, living and living in modern Osaka are displayed with models, images and materials. You can walk around freely.
The photo shows a full-size reconstruction of the Edo period townscape of Osaka (9F).
On the floor in the center of the 8th floor, the "Osaka City Panorama Map" showing the entire area of Osaka City in 1924 is displayed.
The Machiya (a town house) on the 9th floor is faithfully reproduced to the interior. You can see the real life at that time.
"Kimono Experience" is recommended for those who want to enjoy Japanese culture more. You can walk around the streets of the Edo period wearing a kimono. 1000 yen per person for 30 minutes.
This is an official guidebook that summarizes the highlights of the old and new museums in a compact manner.
On top of the current map of the Osaka area, scenes from the Taisho period and the end of the Edo period are restored. You can also purchase the above panoramic map of Osaka City for 2,200 yen.
The Osaka Museum of Housing and Living
06-6242-1170
8th floor, Housing Information Center Building, 6-4-20 Tenjinbashi, Kita-ku, Osaka-shi
Direct connection to Osaka Metro / Hankyu Tenjinbashisuji-Rokuchome Station Exit 3
10am-5pm (last entry 4.30pm)
Admission: Adults 600 yen, high school/university students 300 yen
Parking lots: 40cars (paid)
Closing dates : Tuesdays, New Year holidays (Temporary closure during exhibition exchange period)
