Works and Temporarily Closed Places to Visit in Japan
You will find below a list of the main Japanese monuments undergoing renovation works, suspended transportation lines and tourist sites currently closed in Japan.
Renovation works usually last several months to several years. Natural disaster such as volcanic eruptions, massive typhoons or earthquakes can also damage popular touristic places, especially castles, temples, shrines and sometimes Japanese gardens.
In spring 2020, as a precautionary measure in the Coronavirus Covid-19 outbreak, several museums and indoor attractions in Japan have closed for several weeks, and many public events were canceled.
This list is non-exhaustive, but updated on a regular basis. Places are sorted out by alphabetical order:
Asukayama Park
The Sakura Viewing Spot in the North of Tokyo
Access to the parkĀ in spring 2021 may be restricted to prevent the spread of Coronavirus in Japan
State ofā¦
Chureito Pagoda
The iconic view on Mount Fuji
Arakurayama Sengen Park has reopened as of 2020, June 02. In April 2021Ā the access to the observation deckā¦
Edo-Tokyo Museum
The Historical Capitalās Reconstitution
State of emergency in Tokyo prefecture: Edo-Tokyo Museum is closed from April 25 to May 11, 2021 as aā¦
Enryaku-ji
The Vast Tendai Complex on Mount Hiei
Konpon Chu-do main hall under scaffolding for renovation (2016-2026) but open to the publicĀ
Ghibli Museum
A Wonderful Tribute to Miyazaki and Takahata
State of emergency in TokyoĀ prefecture: Ghibli Museum is closed from April 25 to May 11, 2021 as a preventiveā¦
Gotoku-ji
The Maneki-Neko temple in Tokyo
The Maneki-neko worshipping area is closed to the public and the view is blocked by plastic sheetsĀ in earlyā¦
Gunkanjima
Hashima the Forsaken Island
Hashima was closed to the public on July 31, 2019 due to the detection of unusually high levels of airborneā¦
Hakone
The touristic tour of Ashi Lake
Due to typhoon #19 Hagibis damages on 2019, October 12, some trains of this area have stopped operating. Theā¦
Hamarikyu
The Japanese garden between Tokyo buildings
Hamarikyu, as well as all gardens managed by Tokyo Metropolitan Government, are closed until further noticeā¦
Hirano-jinja
The Cherry Trees Festival in the North of Kyoto
In September 2018, typhoon Jebi destroyed Haiden ceremonial pavilion (reconstruction works in progress, butā¦
Ichiba Zushi
One of the best sushi restaurants in Japan
Shinsaibashi's Ichiba Zushi is definitively closed down.
International Manga Museum
The 300,000 Japanese comics library
State of emergency in Kyoto prefecture: The International Manga Museum is closed from April 25 to May 11,ā¦
Inui-dori
The Cherry and Maple Treesā Imperial Alley in Tokyo
2021 Spring opening is cancelled to prevent the spread of the Coronavirus in Japan
Itsukushima-jinja
The Great Shrine of Miyajima
Itsukushima-jinja's floatingĀ torii gateĀ is undergoing majorĀ renovations works that are scheduled to end inā¦
Kanamara Matsuri
The Fertility Festival at Tokyoās Doorstep š
2021 Kanamara Matsuri will be performed without public to prevent the spread of the Coronavirus in Japan
Kobe Luminarie
The winter light festival in Kobe
2020's Luminarie isĀ cancelled as a precautionary measure to prevent the spreading of Coronavirus
Kobe Port
Cultural Walk and Shopping at the Foot of the Tower
Kobe Port Tower closed for renovation works from 2021, September 26. Reopening planned in 2023.
Kobe Port Tower
The 360Ā° view from the aerial red tower
Kobe Port Tower will closeĀ for renovation works from 2021, September 26. Reopening planned in 2023.
Kofuku-ji
The Introductory Temple to Nara
Ongoing renovationĀ and reconstruction works scheduled untilĀ 2023:
Central Golden Hall's reconstructionā¦
Koishikawa Korakuen
The Japanese garden next to Tokyo Dome
Koishikawa Korakuen, as well as all gardens managed by Tokyo Metropolitan Government, are closed untilā¦
Kokyo Higashi Gyoen
The East Gardens of Tokyo Imperial Palace
Kokyo Higashi Gyoen is closed until further notice to prevent the spread of Coronavirus in Japan
Kotoku-in
The Great Buddha of Kamakura
Entry to the interior of the Great Buddha is temporarily closed to prevent the spread of the Coronavirus inā¦
Kumamoto Castle
The Wonderful Samuraisā Fortress
The Castle has been closed until further notice since 2021, January 15 to prevent the spread of Coronavirusā¦
Kyoto National Museum
A Collection of More Than 6,000 Sacred Treasures
State of emergency in Kyoto prefecture: Kyoto National Museum is closed from April 25 to May 11, 2021 as aā¦
Kyoto Railway Museum
The Temple to Japanese Train Culture
State of emergency in KyotoĀ prefecture: Kyoto Railway MuseumĀ is closed from April 25 to May 11, 2021 as aā¦
Kyu Shiba Rikyu
One of Tokyoās Oldest Gardens
Kyu Shiba Rikyu, as well as all gardens managed by Tokyo Metropolitan Government, are closed until furtherā¦
Legoland
Legoās Amusement Parc in Tokyo
State of emergency in Tokyo prefecture: Lego Discovery Center closed since 2021, April 25 and until furtherā¦
Matsuyama
Shikoku Islandās thermal capital
Renovation works inĀ Dogo Onsen starting in 2019 to 2026 (baths are closed one after another)
Miraikan
The Future Technologies Museum in Odaiba
State of emergency in Tokyo prefecture: Miraikan is closed from April 25 to May 11, 2021 as a preventiveā¦
Miyajima
Japan's Itsukushima Sacred Island
Itsukushima-jinja's floatingĀ torii gateĀ is undergoing majorĀ renovations works that are scheduled to end inā¦
Mount Aso
The lush and active volcano of Kyushu
Following the April 2016 earthquake in Kumamoto: traffic on roads and rail is stillĀ disturbed + Naka-dake wasā¦
Nagoya Castle
The symbol of the city and its beautiful gardens
Under renovation since 2009
Last stage to begin in 2019 and finish at the end of 2022: dismantlement andā¦
National Art Center Tokyo
The Modern Aesthetics of Curved Lines
State of emergency in Tokyo prefecture: The National Art Center is closed from April 25 to May 11, 2021 as aā¦
Nihonbashi
The Historical Landmark of Edoās Main Roads
START Project: Nihonbashi area renovation works and burying of the aerial freeway scheduled from Autumn 2020ā¦
Nippon TV Odokei
Miyazakiās Giant Clock in Tokyo
The number of clock's animations has been reduced to prevent the spread of Coronavirus in Japan.
Untilā¦
Rikugi-en
The Momiji gardens in Tokyo
Rikugi-en,Ā as well as all gardens managed by Tokyo Metropolitan Government, are closed until further noticeā¦
Seijin no Hi
The Japanese 20 Years Old Coming-of-age Celebration
In 2021, some municipalities have decided to postpone the coming-of-age ceremonies, or to hold them on line,ā¦
Shibuya
The fashion epicenter of Tokyo
Major construction works around Shibuya Station due to the Greater SHIBUYA project (several skyscrappers toā¦
Shinjuku Gyoen
The National Imperial Garden in Tokyo
Shinjuku Gyoen closed on 2021, April 25 and until further notice to prevent further spread of the Coronavirusā¦
Shugaku-in
The Imperial Villa in the North-east of Kyoto
Upper Villa visit courseĀ modified from July 2021 to March 2021Ā due to Rin'un-tei Pavilion's maintenance worksā¦
Shuri Castle
Karate's cradle in Okinawa
On October 31,Ā 2019, a fire broke at 2:40am and quickly spread to a surface of 4,000mĀ². The origin of theā¦
Some no Komichi
Nakai Area Traditional Fabric Dyeing Festival
February 2021 Some no Komichi is cancelled as a precautionary measure to avoid the spread of the Coronavirusā¦
Sumo tournaments in Japan
A complete guide
As a precautionary measure to avoid the spread of Coronavirus in Japan and for the first time since 1945:
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Super Nintendo World
The First Mario Theme Park in the World
State of emergency in Osaka prefecture: USJ Park is closed from April 25 to May 11, 2021 as a preventiveā¦
teamLab Bordeless (Mori Building Digital Art Museum)
An invitation to dream awake in Tokyo
State of emergency in Tokyo prefecture: MuseumĀ closed from April 25, 2021 as a preventive measure againstā¦
teamLab Planets
The Excellent teamLab Bordeless Temporary Exhibition
State of emergency in Tokyo prefecture: closed from April 25, 2021 as a preventive measure against Covid-19ā¦
Tenen Hiking Trail
The walk among temples in the north of Kamakura
Due to typhoon#15Ā Faxai damages in September 2019, most ofĀ the hiking trails in Kamakura are closed untilā¦
Tokyo City View + Sky Deck
Mori Towerās Observatories in Roppongi Hills
Tokyo City View's reopening after renovation was postponed after 2021, May 11 due to the state of emergencyā¦
Tokyo Disney Resort
Disneyland and DisneySea Amusement Parks
In 2021, from April 20 to May 5, the park will close earlier at 8 p.m.
The park closed from February 29 toā¦
Tokyo Imperial Palace
The Emperorās Residence and Gardens
2021, January 2 Emperor's New Year Greetings are cancelled to prevent the spread of Coronavirus
Tokyo International Anime Fair
AnimeJapan Convention in Odaiba
The 2020 AnimeJapan was cancelled to prevent the spread of the Coronavirus.Ā
In 2021, AnimeJapan wasā¦
Tokyo National Museum
The Largest Art Collection in Japan
State of emergency in Tokyo prefecture: Tokyo NationalĀ Museum is closed from April 25 to May 11, 2021 as aā¦
Tokyo One Piece Tower
The famous piratesā crew amusement park
Definively closed since 31 July 2020, due to the lack of attendance consequence of the Coronavirus outbreakā¦
Tokyo SkyTree
The highest tower in Japan
State of emergency in Tokyo prefecture: Tokyo SkyTree is closed from April 25 to May 11, 2021 as a preventiveā¦
Tokyo Station
A train station like no other
Renovation works on MarunouchiĀ (main and western exit) achieved in 2012
Yaesu (east exit) still underā¦
Toshogu
The Pearl of Nikko
Major renovation worksĀ from 2007 to 2024 (by stages ofĀ two buildings at the same time)
Tottori Sand Museum
Ephemeral Sculptures Exhibition
Reduced opening hours in 2020 and 2021 in the context of Coronavirus outbreak:
Sunday to Friday: 9 a.mā¦
Toyosu
š Tokyo's New Fish Market
All visits have been suspended since 2020, December 23 and until further notice to prevent the spread ofā¦
Universal Studios Japan
The half-blood theme park
State of emergency in Osaka prefecture: USJ Park is closed from April 25 to May 11, 2021 as a preventiveā¦
Yuki Matsuri
The Famous Sapporo Snow Festival
2021 Yuki Matsuri cancelled (for the first time in its history and since 1950) to prevent the spread of Covidā¦
Zojo-ji
The temple with Buddhist monks ceremonies
Temple under scaffoldings for renovation works of the roof from the end of 2020 to the end of 2021