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:
Bunkyo Civic Center
The discreet observatory at the heart of Tokyo🚧 Temporarily Closed
The observation platform at the 25th floor is closed for renovation works since March 1rst, 2025 and until…
Dazaifu Tenmangu
The Shinto Pilgrimage in Fukuoka🚧 Renovation in Progress
Closing of the honden main hall in 2023 for renovation works planned as the following:
From February to…
Enryaku-ji
The Vast Tendai Complex on Mount Hiei🚧 Renovation in Progress
Konpon Chu-do main hall under scaffolding for renovation (2016-2027) and closed to the public
Godzilla Head
Shinjuku’s New Popular Icon🚧 Limited Access
The access to Godzilla's Head from Café Terrasse Bonjour / Gracery Lounge is currently not allowed.
Hikone
Lake Biwa's Castle and its Japanese garden🚧 Recent Natural Disaster
Parts of the stone wall Komegura Suimon collapsed due to typhoons Mekkhala and Higos (n°7 and 8) in the end…
Hinjitsukan
The Former Luxury Inn on the Ise Shrine Pilgrimage Route🚧 Temporarily Closed
Hinjitsukan closed at the end of February 2026 for a 6-years long period of renovation works
Hirosaki
Cherry Trees Castle-Town In Aomori🚧 Renovation in Progress
Hirosaki's keep has been moved slightly away from its initial location in the park in 2013 for renovation…
Hiroshima Castle
The Carp Castle🚧 Planned for Closure
The main keep of Hiroshima Castle closed for renovation works on 2026, March 22nd. The park and the Ninomaru…
Itsukushima-jinja
The Great Shrine of Miyajima🚧 Renovation in Progress
The 5-stories pagoda is undergoing renovation works since January 20, 2025 and until November 20, 2027
Kamakura Museum of Literature
The Former Villa of the Maeda Clan🚧 Temporarily Closed
Kamakura Museum of Literature is closed since from March 27, 2023 to 2027 for large scale renovation works
Kinosaki
The 7 Onsen Village🚧 Renovation in Progress
Sato no Yu bath facility is closed until further notice for renovation works since 2024, April 1rst
Kofuku-ji
The Introductory Temple to Nara🚧 Renovation in Progress
Ongoing reconstruction and renovation works on the Five-Story Pagoda since 2020. Initially planned to last 3…
Komyo-ji
🪷 The Ancient Lotus Temple in Kamakura🚧 Renovation in Progress
Various pavilions of the temple, including the main hall, are under renovation until 2028. These works aim at…
Kumamoto
Kyushu’s Feudal Heart🚧 Recent Natural Disaster
A 7.1 magnitude earthquake (7 on the Japanese Shindo scale) has hit Kumamoto prefecture on July 26, 2026 at 4…
Kumamoto Castle
The Beautiful Samurai Domain🚧 Temporarily Closed
The castle was partially damaged by 2016 Kumamoto earthquakes (foreshock on April 14 and subsequent shocks up…
Landmark Tower
Yokohama’s Observatory in Minato Mirai 21🚧 Renovation in Progress
Sky Garden Observatory is closed for renovation works since December 2025. Reopening is scheduled in 2028.
Life Size Gundam Statue
Odaiba's Giant Robot🚧 Temporarily Closed
In September 2026, Odaiba's Gundam statue was dismantled after a 9-years long exhibition in front of…
Miraikan
The Future Technologies Museum in Odaiba🚧 Renovation in Progress
Miraikan will close temporarily for refurbishment works from 2026, October 1rst to 2027, April 22nd
Mori Art Museum
Tokyo’s Contemporary Artists Circle🚧 Temporarily Closed
The Mori Art Museum will be closed from 2027, September 24 to the end of April 2028 for renovation works.
Mount Aso
Kyushu’s Lush and Active Volcano🚧 Limited Access
Following April 2016 earthquakes in Kumamoto, Mount Aso ropeway is definitely out of service
Nagoya Castle
The symbol of the city and its beautiful gardens🚧 Renovation in Progress
Under renovation since 2009
Last stage to begin in 2019 and finish in 2028: dismantlement and…
Nanzen-ji
The Impressive Zen Entrance to Kyoto🚧 Renovation in Progress
Nanzen-in pavilion is closed for renovation until spring 2027
Nihonbashi
The Historical Landmark of Edo’s Main Roads🚧 Renovation in Progress
START Project: Nihonbashi area renovation works and burying of the aerial freeway scheduled from Autumn 2020…
Seibu Ikebukuro Honten
Ikebukuro Station’s Large Shopping Mall🚧 Renovation in Progress
Since October 1rst, 2024 and throughout the department store's renovation period, Seibu Ikebukuro Honten…
Shibuya
The fashion epicenter of Tokyo🚧 Reconstruction in Progress
The Tsutaya Building and Starbucks with a view on the famous Shibuya Crossing closed for renovation works…
Shuri Castle
Karate's Cradle in Okinawa🚧 Reconstruction in Progress
The castle's reopening is scheduled for November 23rd, 2026 (Monday), after 4 year of reconstruction works…
teamLab Planets
The Excellent teamLab Bordeless Temporary Exhibition🚧 Planned for Closure
This temporary exhibition, which should have ended in autumn 2020, has been extended to the end of 2022,…
Tokyo Disney Resort
Disneyland and DisneySea Amusement Parks🚧 Renovation in Progress
The Space Mountain attraction is closed since August 1rst, 2024 for renovation and modernization works…
Tokyo International Forum
Tokyo’s Great Designer Exhibition Building🚧 Planned for Closure
Tokyo International Forum will temporarily close for renovation works from January 2029. Reopening is…
Wakura Onsen
The Thermal Village in Noto Peninsula🚧 Recent Natural Disaster
Due to 2024, January 1rst Noto Peninsula Earthquake (7,6 magnitude) and aftershocks, most inns are closed and…
Zojo-ji
Temple to Attend Buddhist Monks Ceremonies🚧 Renovation in Progress
The San-gedatsu-mon gate is closed for renovation works until November 2032