Edogawa Rampo Memorial Center for Popular Culture Studies (Edogawa Rampo Residence)

A residence and archive which once belonged to Japanese author Edogawa Rampo located on the Ikebukuro campus of Rikkyo University. One of Japan's greatest mystery writers, Edogawa moved here in 1934 and stayed in the residence until his death. The residence is open to the public only on Wednesdays and Fridays; entry is free. The modern design main building contains furniture and other items used by Edogawa, while the adjoining archive contains displays of manuscripts written in the author's own hand. A vibrant blue sofa, portrait of Edogawa and the man's working desk can be found in the parlor, a real treat for fans of his works. Beyond a glass partition in a storehouse in the back, visitors can see Edogawa's precious collection of books.

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Edogawa Rampo Memorial Center for Popular Culture Studies (Edogawa Rampo Residence)

Address: Tokyo Toshima-ku Nishikebukuro 3-34-1 Rikkyo University Map
Area: Around Ikebukuro Area
Phone: 0339854641
Hours: [Monday/Friday (closed on public holidays)] 10:30-16:00
*We will be temporarily open twice on Saturday and Monday.
Parking Lot: Not available
Note: Temporary closure:Currently closed (information as of August 3, 2020)
*Information may be changed, so please be sure to check the official information.
Notification: Temporary suspension of operations:Closed for the time being (according to August 24, 2020)
*Information may be changed, so please be sure to check the official information.