Kamakura Museum of Literature

Located in the Hase neighborhood of Kamakura, the Kamakura Museum of Literature was first opened in 1985 by local volunteers. The museum’s has set as its purpose the collection, preservation, and exhibition of literary works, manuscripts, and personal items from writers connected with Kamakura such as Yasunari Kawabata, Ryunosuke Akutagawa, and Jiro Osaragi. The museum building, donated to the city of Kamakura, was once a villa belonging to Toshinari Maeda built off of his main residence and today it is a designated Tangible Cultural Property. There is also a 600 square meter rose garden on the south side of the garden stretching before the museum which, together with the view of the sea off Shonan in front of the museum, is a popular sightseeing spot.

Spot details

Address: Kanagawa Pref. Kamakurashi Hase 1-5-3 Map
Area: Kamakura Area
Phone: 0467233911
Hours: [Mar.-Sep.] 9:00-17:00 (Admission until 16:30)
[Oct.-Feb.] 9:00-16:30 (Admission until 16:00)
Closed: Monday (open on public holidays), New Year's Holiday (12/29-1/3), exhibition change period, special arrangement period
Fees: [Admission fee]300-500yen (varies depending on the exhibition)
Parking Lot: Not available
Credit Card: Not available
Smoking: Not available
Wi-Fi: Not available
Note: *Closed until 3rd Monday, 2027 due to major renovations.
Can be enjoyed even on a rainy day: Yes
Estimated stay time: 30-60 minutes
Wheelchair accessible: Available
Infant friendly: Available