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Discover Ota City Through Stamp Collecting

– A Unique Way to Remember Your Trip to Japan

If you're a fan of collecting stamps, Ōta City offers a distinctive and enjoyable experience just moments from Haneda Airport.

Take your time exploring the neighborhood at your own pace, collecting stamps along the way without the pressure of strict rules or schedules. This self-guided adventure is a fantastic way to discover the local culture and hidden gems of the area in a relaxed, enjoyable setting.

Highly recommended!!

1. Limited edition stamps available
9 locations througout Ota City feature unique stamps designs. They are ideal for collecting  special souvenirs and remembering your journey.

2. Easily accessible from Haneda Airport.
All stamp locations are within an hour from Haneda Airport. Whether you have a layover, a few free hours before your flight, or want a light local experience, this is a great way to make the most of your time.

3. Free Stamp Booklet
You can pick up a free stamp booklet to start your collection — no need to bring anything or pay to participate.

How to Enjoy the Experience

  1. Visit the Ota City Tourist Information Center
    Stop by to get information about the stamp locations and receive your free stamp booklet.

  2. Go Wherever You Like
    There’s no set route. Feel free to visit the locations in any order you like. 

  3. Take Your Memories Home 
    Take your completed (or partially filled) stamp booklet with you when you return home. It's a great way to remember your time in Japan.

Where to Get the stamps

You can also view the locations of all 9 stamp spots on this Google Map.

1. Ota City Tourist Information Center

  • Opening Hours: 9:00 AM – 8:00 PM (Open daily)
  • Location: 2nd Floor, Wing Kitchen Keikyu Kamata, 4-50-11 Kamata, Ota City, Tokyo
  • Nearest Station: Keikyu Kamata Station (1-minute walk)
  • From Haneda Airport: About 10 minutes by Keikyu Line

This comprehensive tourist information center offers travel advice, brochures, and multilingual support. English-speaking staff are available to help with sightseeing plans, local recommendations, and transportation guidance. Conveniently located near Haneda Airport. To start your stamp adventure, visit the Ota City Tourist Information Center. Here, you can pick up your free stamp book and get helpful information about the 9 stamp locations around the city.

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2. Ota City Local History Museum

  • Opening Hours: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM (Closed on Mondays and New Year holidays)
  • Location: 5-11-13 Minami-Magome, Ota City, Tokyo
  • Nearest Station: Nishi-Magome Station (7-minute walk)

This museum offers a fascinating look into the history and culture of Ota City, from ancient times to the modern era. Exhibits include samurai artifacts, local crafts, traditional festivals, and historical documents. A great spot to deepen your understanding of Tokyo’s lesser-known heritage. Admission is free.

Please check the official website for temporary closures and the latest information.

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3. Katsu Kaishu Memorial Museum

  • Opening Hours: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM (Closed on Mondays and New Year holidays)
  • Location: 2-3-1 Minamisenzoku, Ota City, Tokyo
  • Nearest Station: Senzokuike Station (6-minute walk)

This museum is dedicated to Katsu Kaishu, a key figure in Japan's modernization and peaceful transition from the Edo to the Meiji era. The exhibits showcase his life, achievements, and philosophy through historical documents and interactive displays. Located near the scenic Senzokuike Pond, the museum offers both education and relaxation. A stamp is available in the free area right after entering the building.

Please check the official website for temporary closures and the latest information.

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4. Ryushi Memorial Museum (Ota City Ryushi Memorial Hall)

  • Opening Hours: 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM (Closed on Mondays and New Year holidays)
  • Location: 4-2-1 Central Ota, Ota City, Tokyo
  • Nearest Station: Nishi-Magome Station (15-minute walk)

This museum is dedicated to Kawabata Ryushi, a renowned modern Japanese-style painter. His dynamic and large-scale artworks, blending traditional themes with modern expression, are displayed in the museum he helped design himself. The serene setting and beautiful architecture offer a quiet and inspiring cultural experience.A stamp is available in the free area right after entering the building.

Please check the official website for temporary closures and the latest information.

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5. Kumagai Tsuneko Memorial Museum (Ota City Kumagai Tsuneko Memorial Hall)

  • Opening Hours: 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM (Closed on Mondays and New Year holidays)
  • Location: 4-5-15 Minamimagome, Ota City, Tokyo
  • Nearest Station: Nishi-Magome Station (15-minute walk)

This elegant museum is dedicated to Kumagai Tsuneko, a pioneering female calligrapher who brought modern sensitivity to traditional Japanese calligraphy. The museum displays her expressive works in a serene Japanese-style building surrounded by a beautiful garden. A stamp is available in the free area right after entering the building.

Please check the official website for temporary closures and the latest information.

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6. Sanno Sodo Memorial Museum (Ota City Sanno Sodo Memorial Hall)

  • Opening Hours: 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM (Closed on Mondays and New Year holidays)
  • Location: 1-41-21 Sanno, Ota City, Tokyo
  • Nearest Station: Omori Station (15-minute walk or bus available)

This memorial museum preserves the former residence of Tokutomi Soho, a prominent journalist and historian of modern Japan. The traditional Japanese house and garden offer a glimpse into the intellectual life of the Meiji and Taisho periods. Admission is free. A stamp is available near the restroom inside the building.

Please check the official website for temporary closures and the latest information.

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7. Omori Nori Museum

  • Opening Hours: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM (Closed on Mondays and New Year holidays)
  • Location: 2-2 Heiwa-no-Mori Park, Ota City, Tokyo
  • Nearest Station: Heiwajima Station (15-minute walk or bus available)

This unique museum explores the history and culture of nori (seaweed) production in Omori, once Japan’s leading nori-harvesting area. Exhibits include traditional tools, dioramas, and video displays that bring the seaweed industry to life.
Admission is free. A stamp is available just inside the entrance.

Please check the official website for temporary closures and the latest information.

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8. Tamagawadai Park – Kofun Exhibition Room

  • Opening Hours: 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM (Closed on Mondays and New Year holidays)
  • Location: 1-63-1 Denenchofu, Ota City, Tokyo
  • Nearest Station: Tamagawa Station (5-minute walk)

Located in the scenic Tamagawadai Park, this small but informative exhibition room introduces the kofun (ancient burial mounds) found in the area. Visitors can learn about local archaeological discoveries through models, artifacts, and educational displays. Admission is free. A stamp is available just inside the entrance.

Please check the official website for temporary closures and the latest information.

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9. Ikegami Plum Garden (Ikegami Baien)

  • Opening Hours: 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM (Admission until 4:00 PM)
  • Closed: Mondays (or the following day if Monday is a public holiday), and during New Year holidays
  • Location: 2-2-13 Ikegami, Ota City, Tokyo
  • Nearest Station: Ikegami Station(20-minute walk) or Nishi-Magome Station (10-minute walk)

This peaceful garden is home to around 370 plum trees in about 30 varieties, offering beautiful blossoms from February to March. The garden is also known for its traditional Japanese landscaping, including stone paths, bamboo groves, and a tea house. A stamp is available inside the free-use rest area.

Please check the official website for temporary closures and the latest information.