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British Antique Museum [BAM Kamakura]｜Early Bird Ticket | Kamakura, Japan
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Highlights

  • Explore the world of Sherlock Holmes in a reproduction of his room at British Antique Museum [BAM Kamakura].
  • Discover authentic British antiques dating back more than 100 years inside BAM.
  • Experience the Victorian era through an exhibition filled with period-specific antiques.
  • View a vintage London Taxi on the ground floor, adding to the museum's unique charm.
  • Navigate through eras with displays from the Georgian Period (1714-1837) to the Victorian Era (1837-1901).
  • Located conveniently at a 1-minute walk from Tsurugaoka Hachimangu Shrine and a 7-minute walk from Kamakura Station.

Your Experience

Designed by architect Kengo Kuma, the British Antique Museum [BAM Kamakura] is Japan's first museum dedicated to British antiques. Visitors can explore a world reminiscent of Sherlock Holmes through a reproduction of his room and an exhibition filled with Victorian-era antiques.

Floor Guide

On each floor, antiques are displayed based on their era:

  • 1st Floor: Vintage (1950-1990) - Features a London Taxi/Black Cab.
  • 2nd Floor: Georgian Period (1714-1837) - Known as The Georgian Room.
  • 3rd Floor: Conan Doyle's Life (1859-1930) - Includes Sherlock Holmes's Room.
  • 4th Floor: Victorian Era (1837-1901) - Features The Victorian Room.

The museum opened on September 23, 2022, in Kamakura and aims to share the world of antiques with future generations. Authentic British antiques dating back over 100 years are displayed throughout the facility.

Visitor Information

Earphones are recommended for audio experiences. Photos are allowed on all floors except experience areas. Luggage lockers are available outside the museum for a fee, but wheelchair access is not provided.

Inclusions & Exclusions

  • Admission Ticket
  • Personal expenses

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Must Know

  • The QR code to the commentary video will be given to you when you enter the museum. Earphones are recommended to listen to the audio. Please bring your own earphones. (No rentals available)
  • No eating or drinking allowed in the facility.
  • Taking photos is allowed on all floors.
  • Please do not touch the exhibits. (Except for the experience areas.)
  • Please sanitize your hands in the facility.
  • Large luggage cannot be stored inside the museum. Luggage lockers are available outside the museum for a fee.
  • Baby strollers are not allowed inside the museum.
  • Wheelchair access is not available.

Cancellation Policy

These tickets can't be rescheduled or cancelled.

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