Maizuru WorldBrick Museum

3.5

The Maizuru World Brick Museum was constructed as a torpedo warehouse for the Maizuru naval base in 1903. It's said to be one of the oldest brick and steel frame buildings still standing in Japan. The museum conveys the charm of Japanese brick architecture and its history through exhibits like Bricks of the World, The Hoffman Kiln, The Story of Japanese Bricks, and Bricks and Maizuru City.

Spot details

Address: Kyoto Maidurushi Hama 2011 Map
Area: Maizuru / Miyazu Area
Phone: 0773661095
Hours: 9:00-17:00 (Admission until 16:30)
Closed: New Year's Holiday(12/29-1/1)
Fees: [Admission fee]
[Adult]400yen
[Student (elementary school-university)] 150yen

[Red Brick Museum/Maizuru Hikiage Memorial Museum common ticket]
[Adult]600yen
[Student (elementary school-university)] 200yen
Parking Lot: Available (private car 19spaces, large bus 3spaces)
Credit Card: Not available
Smoking: Not available
Wi-Fi: Available(DO SPOT FREE Wi-Fi, JAPAN FREE Wi-Fi KYOTO)
English Menu: Available (English exhibition explanation available)
Average budget: [Lunch] 1-1,000yen
Estimated stay time: 30-60 minutes
Wheelchair accessible: Possible (rental wheelchairs available)
Infant friendly: Yes (baby car available for rental)
Pet friendly: Yes (only allowed in carry bags, carts, or when carrying something)

Information Sources: NAVITIME JAPAN

Articles about this spot

Uncover the Fascinating History of Maizuru's Red Brick Buildings

Kyoto | Art & Museums

Review

Does what it says on the tin - but interesting none the less.

Reviewed : 2017.01.14

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