The University Museum, The University of Tokyo

The University Museum at the University of Tokyo in Hongō houses collections across multiple academic fields with research materials, specimens, and teaching displays. The spaces present these holdings in ways that allow both students and the public to experience the breadth of university work.

The museum was established in 1966 to serve as the central archive for the University of Tokyo's scientific and cultural collections built over the institution's history. It has grown to reflect the different research directions the university has pursued over time.

The museum's exhibitions reflect how Japanese scholarship methods meet international research practices through collections that serve both academic teaching and public learning. Visitors notice how the institution bridges its internal work with community engagement.

The museum is located on the Hongō campus and operates on weekdays, with group visits requiring advance registration about a week beforehand. Allow time to explore the different exhibition areas and gather information about access before your visit.

The museum links specialized research collections with public exhibitions, offering a rare view into active academic work. Visitors see objects that serve both scholarly study and broader education at the same time.

Location: Hongō

Inception: April 1, 1966

Part of: University of Tokyo

Website: https://um.u-tokyo.ac.jp/en/home-en

GPS coordinates: 35.70861,139.76119

Latest update: December 6, 2025 16:04