Yokote Masuda Manga Museum
Japan's first manga-themed museum centered around the works of Takao Yaguchi, a Yokote City native, who was famous for multiple titles, including Tsurikichi Sanpei.
The museum introduces the original drawings, works, and animations of 100 famous artists from inside and outside Japan. Special exhibitions are held multiple times a year (paid), attracting many fans from Japan and abroad.
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LUX SUBURBStreet address
- 285 Aza Shinmachi, Masudamachi Masuda, Yokote City, Akita
Access
- Take the train to JR Jumonji Station and take a bus for approx. 9 min. to "Yotsuyakado" bus stop. Then an 8-min. walk.
Opening Hours
- 10:00-18:00
Admission ends 17:30
Closed
- Third Tuesday
(if it falls on a holiday, the following day)
Website
- http://manga-museum.com/
Best season
- All year
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