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A journey into Japan’s Olympic past

A barrier-free museum with interactive Games, rich history, perfect for a rainy day or a hot summer day in Tokyo.

The Olympic Museum Tokyo opened 14th September 2019. The museum is host to a wide range of exhibits ranging from multimedia galleries, interactive athletic simulators and historical memorabilia. The museum covers the Summer and Winter Olympics hosted in Tokyo, Nagano and Sapporo games.

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The JRA Tokyo Racecourse Museum

The Tokyo Racecourse is a historical track, first opening in 1933 and renovated in 2007. It offers more than just watching horse racing. The grounds are home to the JRA Tokyo Racecourse Museum with interactive displays and memorabilia related to the sport. The area also allows visitors to get close to the horses, depending on schedule and weather. 

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Which are the Best Car and Train Museums Worth Visiting in Japan?

These five car and train museums are worth including in your Japan itinerary, regardless of rain or shine. Almost all exhibitions are indoors, making them some of the best locations to include in your wet-weather plans for all ages. Apart from various retired train carriages and vehicles on display, most of these museums also offer simulator experiences, allowing visitors to try “driving” their very own train!

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“What Did Life Look Like When You Were My Age?” A Family Discussion Guide For Multigenerational Groups Exploring Japan

There will come a day when a memory goes from a moment you keep on a shelf to a living, breathing thing to share and pay forward. This is the day you experience the gift of multigenerational travel, being able to see Japan through the eyes of your children or grandchildren, building upon the memories this beautiful place has previously birthed. 

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