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A museum where you can be enchanted by the beautiful sounds of self-playing instruments and breathtaking panoramic views.
The museum showcases around 70 automatic instruments, including music boxes from the 19th to early 20th centuries, self-playing pianos and organs, automata (mechanical dolls), and phonographs. Perched atop Mt. Okusa on the shores of Lake Hamana, the museum is connected by a ropeway that glides across the lake.
Inside the concert hall, mini concerts featuring these self-playing instruments are held at scheduled times. The programs change with the seasons and are guided by curators, so each visit offers a fresh and moving experience. On the rooftop observation deck, visitors can enjoy sweeping 360-degree views of Lake Hamana and the Pacific Ocean, accompanied every hour on the hour by the beautiful sounds of a carillon made up of multiple bells.
The adjoining shop carries everything from affordable keepsakes to authentic, high-quality music boxes, ensuring you’ll find the perfect one to take home. For those who want a truly one-of-a-kind souvenir, the hands-on workshop is a must. Choose from over 100 music box mechanisms and a wide variety of cases-if you opt for a simple type, you can complete your own original music box in just 5-10 minutes.
Concert hall showcasing over 70 instruments
Some instruments measure more than 5 meters wide
Watch live demonstrations of automatic instruments with curator explanations
Create your own original music box at the hands-on workshop
Access the museum by ropeway from Kanzanji
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Is free Wi-Fi available in the area?
No free Wi-Fi available.
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Are there coin lockers?
There are none inside the museum, but they are available at the Kanzanji Ropeway Amusement Park Station.
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Is it possible to re-enter the premises?
Yes, it is.
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They have all kinds of antique and unique music boxes on display, and you can even enjoy live performances. The sound is so clear and soothing. The atmosphere feels both romantic and cozy—perfect for a date or a family outing. Listening to music while taking in the lake view just melts all your stress away!