Tendo City Shogi Museum (天童市将棋資料館)

Flow of the course

About this spot

A museum that could only exist in Tendo, the town that has produced most of Japan's shogi pieces. Tools used to letter the pieces sit alongside pieces of every size and calligraphic style, revealing just how much work goes into a single one. A corner introducing shogi-like games from around the world means even children who do not know the rules can enjoy the shapes. The exhibition room is compact, which families will appreciate — you can see it all while attention lasts. Being indoors, it also lets you escape the morning heat.

Tips

Please check opening hours, closed days and admission fees on the official information in advance. The galleries are a quiet space, so a word to small children beforehand helps things go smoothly. Tendo Park is a short drive away, so visiting the two in sequence keeps travel efficient.

Best time to visit

About 1 hour. The morning right after opening is a calm time to look around

Access & map

〒994-0034 山形県天童市本町１丁目１−１