🛍️ Otaru Music Box Museum Main Building

📝 Introduction

Japan's largest music box hall.

📖 Details

The music box specialty store, primarily located in Otaru City, also has branches in Hakodate, Furano, Yokohama, Kamakura, and Kyoto. The main store was built in 1915 (Taisho 4) and is designated as a historical building by Otaru City, preserving the charm of a bygone era. The main building consists of two structures made of red brick and stone, divided into five areas, with each floor showcasing music boxes with different themes. There are approximately 3,200 types and 38,000 items of various designs and materials, making it the largest music box specialty store in Japan. The store features many highlights, including seasonal displays, three-dimensional models showcasing the history of music boxes, and antique items of significant historical value. Even those who are not fans of music boxes will lose track of time and become engrossed in the experience. Nearby, at "Handmade Experience Yuko Kobo," there are various crafting experiences available, where you can decorate or assemble your own unique music box. Additionally, there are various craft experiences such as creating original glass art designs.

⭐ Highlights

Historic buildings over a hundred years old retain the charm of a bygone era. With the largest product lineup in Japan, there are approximately 3,200 types and over 38,000 items available. Nearby, at "手工製作體驗 遊工房" (Yukobo), you can experience making your own music box.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Do you offer foreign language services? (If so, please specify which languages are available.)

A: There are staff members capable of handling English, Chinese, and Korean.

Q: Is there a duty-free service?

A: Provide duty-free services.

Q: Do you offer gift wrapping services?

A: Gift wrapping service available.

Q: Can it be shipped overseas?

A: Currently (August 2023), this service is not available. However, there is a post office nearby where you can send items overseas.

📍 Contact & Information

📍 Address

4-1 Sumiyoshi-cho, Otaru City, Hokkaido

📞 Phone

0134-22-1108

🚇 Transport

About a 7-minute walk from JR Hakodate Main Line "Minami-Otaru" Station.

🏷️ Shopping Tags

Otaru City

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