Shokei-kan, War memorial museum in Kudanminami, Japan
The Showakan museum spans seven floors, displaying thousands of artifacts from Japanese daily life during and after World War II.
The Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare established this museum in March 2006 to document experiences of Japanese citizens during wartime.
The exhibits contain personal belongings, letters, photographs, and household items that tell stories of Japanese families throughout World War II.
Located one minute from Kudanshita Station Exit 4, the museum opens Tuesday through Sunday from 10:00 to 17:30, with admission at 300 yen.
The fourth floor houses a specialized library containing literature and research materials about Japanese civilian life during the war period.
Location: Kudanminami
Inception: March 2006
Address: 東京都千代田区九段南1-5-13 102-0074 102-0074
Website: https://shokeikan.go.jp
GPS coordinates: 35.69497,139.75222
Latest update: March 3, 2025 12:58
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