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Enryaku-ji Temple
The main hall at Enryakuji is undergoing a ten-year program of renovations that began in 2016. The main hall itself can still be entered, though it is..
Major Renovations around Japan
Japan's beauty and heritage is in no small part due to its dedication to preserving and maintaining traditional culture, including arts and historical structures. Be it the impact from earthquakes and typhoons or merely the natural passage of time, Japan goes to great lengths to protect its heritage and cultural assets.
For foreign tourists, this inevitably means some destinations in Japan will be undergoing restorative or renovation works at any given time. We do our best to maintain a list of the main restoration/renovation programs below that we feel may impact the visitor's experience to some degree — if you feel something is missing, feel free to let us know.
While every effort has been made to keep the information listed here complete and accurate, we advise to always check the official website for any place or event you intend to visit to get the most up-to-date-information
List of Places Undergoing Renovation Works in Japan
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Dogo Onsen Honkan
Renovation works are being carried out until 2024. During the first phase, two baths on the first floor remain open to the public while the floors above..
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Edo-Tokyo Museum
From April 2022 until 2025 (estimated), the Edo-Tokyo Museum will be closed for major renovations. Read more
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Ginza Sony Park
The park is under reconstruction and aiming for completion in 2024. Read more
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Nikko Toshogu Shrine
Toshogu Shrine has been undergoing a wide-ranging renovation program since 2007 and is expected to last until March 2024. Works are gradual and isolated..
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Nagoya Castle
Nagoya Castle’s main concrete keep is expected to be demolished in 2024 and reconstructed until late 2028. Visitors cannot enter the structure anymore..
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Kumamoto Castle
Kumamoto Castle sustained heavy damage during the 2016 earthquake. During the summer of 2021, the inner keep reopened after a 5-year reconstruction period...
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Dazaifu Tenmangu
The shrine's honden (main hall) will undergo major renovation from May 2023 to 2026. During this period, the shrine will set up a unique temporary..
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Shuri Castle
The main buildings of Shuri Castle were destroyed by fire on the night of October 31, 2019. The government plans to reconstruct the Seiden (main hall)..