Shimano Bicycle Museum, Transport museum in Sakai-ku, Japan
Description
The Shimano Bicycle Museum is a transport museum in Sakai-ku featuring bicycles from different periods and their technological evolution. The exhibition includes interactive displays and mechanical models that illustrate how bicycle engineering has progressed over time.
History
The museum was founded in 1992 as The Bicycle Museum Cycle Center and moved to a larger building in 2022 under its current name. This expansion allowed for a more complete presentation of bicycle history and local craft traditions.
Culture
The museum reflects Sakai's metalworking tradition, where craftspeople developed skills that shaped the local bicycle manufacturing industry. Visitors can observe how these craft techniques remain evident in the displayed products today.
Practical
The museum is open daily and can be visited without advance reservations; arriving early helps avoid crowds. The location is easily accessible by public transportation and provides enough space to comfortably walk through all exhibition areas.
Did you know?
The White Cube exhibition on the second floor displays bicycles that set speed records, including the first derailleur that won the Tour de France. These rare pieces tell the story of innovation in professional cycling.
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