Shizuoka Hobby Square, Toy museum in Suruga-ku, Japan
Shizuoka Hobby Square is located on the third floor of the Southpot Shizuoka building and displays model kits and hobby products made by local manufacturers. The exhibition combines work from traditional craftspeople with contemporary collectibles.
The location documents Shizuoka's shift from wooden model production to plastic manufacturing beginning in 1958. The museum opened in 2011 to preserve this important craft tradition.
The museum reflects how model-making has shaped local identity and continues to influence what people in the region collect and enjoy as hobbies. Visitors can observe displays that show the connection between craftsmanship and daily life.
The museum opens at 11:00 AM on weekdays and 10:00 AM on weekends with free entry to the permanent exhibition. An elevator in the building takes you directly to the third floor where the museum is located.
The Event Area features rotating exhibitions where visitors can participate in digital installations that transform light and sound in real time. These interactive spaces create an unexpected link between traditional craftsmanship and modern technology.
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