An accessible and indoor museum holding many national treasures. The calm atmosphere is good for a quiet sightseeing trip.
The museum has rotating displays and is a great option to learn about Japanese Buddhism.
The museum has rotating displays and is a great option to learn about Japanese Buddhism.
- Facility OverviewFacility Name: Todai-ji MuseumAddress: Todaiji Culture Center, 100 Suimon-cho, Nara-cityTelephone Number: +81-742-20-5511Opening Hours:
Apr – Oct / 9:30 – 17:30
(Last admission 17:00)
Nov – Mar / 9:30 – 17:00
(Last admission 16:30)Closed: No Set Holidays. Please check dates before visiting.General Admission Fee
For Todaiji Museum Only:
13 years old and above 600yen (from Apr.2024: 800yen)
6-12 years old 300yen(from Apr.2024: 400yen)
For The Great Buddha Hall & Todai-ji Museum joint pass:
13 years old and above 1,000yen (from Apr.2024: 1200yen)
6-12 years old 400yen(from Apr.2024:600yen)Discount for those with Disabilities
With Disability certificate issued in Japan Adult
300 yen(400 yen from April 2024)
Child: 150yen( 200yen from April 2024)Home Page URL: https://www.todaiji.or.jp/en/information/museum/ (English)AccessNearest Bus Stop: Tōdai-ji Daibutsuden / Kasuga Taisha-mae (City Bus)Distance from Nearest Bus Stop: 515mApproximate travel time from bus stop: 5 min walk - AccessabilitySuitable in All Weather: YesEstimated Visiting time for Persons with Disabilities: about 30 minutesParking for those with Disabilities: No Parking lot available, please use nearby paid parking.Multilingual Guidance Available: Yes: English, Chinese and KoreanMap of Wheelchair accessible paths Available:
Yes, please see link for map in English
https://www.todaiji.or.jp/pdf/todai-ji_MAP(EN).pdfBasic Information for AccessabilityStep into Entrance of Facility: NoneElevator: Yes,1Nursing Room Available: NoFirst Aid Room: NoBaby room: NoSensory Room: NoPrayer Room: NoService Dogs Allowed: NoRentalsWheelchair Rental: Yes, 3 AvailableBaby Buggy/Stroller Rental: NoAudio Guide Rental: NoOther Available Rentals: No - Parking AreaNo Parking lot available, please use nearby paid parking.Information for those with Physical DisabilitiesDrive up to Entryway for Drop off Available: No
- Toilet at West entrance to the Great Buddha HallRestroom Entryway Width: 94cmToilet Stall Entryway Width: 54cmWestern Style Toilets Available: YesWestern style Toilets with Handrails Available: NoAvailability of heated bidet: NoToilet Information for those with Physical DisabilitiesToilet stall for those with Physical Disabilities: AvailableDoor Style: Automatic doorWidth of Entryway and Inside Stall: Doorway: 90cm Inside: 200cm x 247cmHandrail Available: Right side L type(fixed)/ Left side U type(movable)Warm Water Bidet Available: YesOstomate-compatible facilities: NoneUniversal Changing bed(for adults): NoneEmergency Alert Button in Stall: YesFor Young ChildrenBaby Chair in Restroom stalls: Yes(in both men & women's room)Diaper Changing Bed: AvailableFor the Visually ImpairedAudio Guide Available: NoBraille Guide, Braille Map Available: NoToilet for Seeing Eye Dog Available: No
Todaiji Museum Bus Stop |
Inside and Path to Todaiji Museum |
Restrooms |
Elevator |
Maps, Rentals, & Information Center |
Cafe, Shop, & Rest Area |
- FacilityLayout plan of buliding available/Map: NoWheelchair accesible: YesType of Door: Automatic doorWidth of Doorway: Over 80cmSteps present: NoStaircase information/ Step Height: stairs after enter the entrance 15cm/ 6stepsMethods of avoiding steps for wheelchair users: ElevetorWidth of aisles in building: Over 80cmAvailability of tactile floor plans and models to show facilities: NoPossibly Hazardous Areas: NoAvailability of Braille blocks at entrances and exits, elevator, stairs, etc: Available in the elevatorOther information: NoPaths & Walkways at FacilityUneven surfaces on Paths: NoneStairs at Facility: Steps past main entrance, 15 cm high, 6 stepsAccessibility Path around Steps: ElevatorPathway Surfaces: Wooden FlooringInaccessible Areas to those with physical disabilities: NoneRest Area: AvailableBraille Ground Blocks : NoneBraille Exhibit Guide Information: NoneOther difficult to traverse areas: None
- EscalatorsEscalator: NoneElevatorsNumber of Elevators Available: 1 AvailableWidth Inside Elevator: 230cm x 136cmDoor Width: 110cmWheelchair Accessible Control Panel: YesRear-view Mirror in Elevator: YesAudio guidance at Destination Floors: NoBraille on Control Panel: YesVisual Display of Destination Floor: YesMultilingual Control Panel: None
- Accomodations for Different Needs at FacilitySupport & Guidance Available: Available at a tourist information centerAreas not accessible to those with Physical Disabilities: NoneAudio Guide Available: NoDisplays/Exhibits made for the Visually impaired & Blind: NoneDisplays/Exhibits made for the Hearing impaired & Deaf: NoneSpeech to Text Conversion Available: NoneMultilingual Displays: YesMultilingual Audio Guide, Headset Audio Guide Available: NoneAccommodations provided by StaffStaff trained to accommodate those with Physical Dissabilities: NoStaff trained to accommodate the Visually Impaired & Blind: NoStaff trained to accomodate the Hearing Impairments & Deaf: NoStaff can use Sign Language: NoMultilingual Staff Available: No
- General InformationName: Cafe Half TimeType of food: Café StyleOpening Hours: Same as museum opening hoursCafe Entryway & Interior InformationDoor Type: Open DoorwayDoor Width: 80cmEntryway Steps: NoneSeats with Tables available: Yes, 34 seatsBaby chair/booster seat available: NoOther Seating Information: N/AHallways width: over 80 cmMenuBraile Menu Available: NoneMenu with Photos: YesMultilingual Menu Available: YesSpecial AccomodationsAccommodation for Special Dietary Needs for those with disabilities: NoVegeterian Meals: NoneHalal Meals: None