British Antique Museum (BAM Kamakura) E-Tickets -Rakuten Travel Experiences

Overview

This British Antiques Museum sits on the main street of Kamakura, just a minute's walk from Tsurugaoka Hachiman Shrine. The museum has four floors, each exhibiting British antiques from different periods and themes. Each floor is coordinated with themes like Sherlock Holmes or the Victorian era. Book with Rakuten Travel Experience for 100 JPY off the price of tickets sold on-site!

Highlights

Designed by renowned architect Kengo Kuma
The recreation of Sherlock Holmes' room allows you to experience the world of his stories
Enjoy features like Victorian- and Georgian-era spaces, and the vintage London cab
Convenient location just 1 minute's walk from Tsurugaoka Hachimangu Shrine and 7 minutes from Kamakura Station
Get 100 JPY off the price of tickets sold on-site when you book with Rakuten Travel Experiences

Key Information

Important Information

<ul style="display: flex;flex-direction: column;"> <li style="position:relative;display:flex;align-items:center;word-break:break-all;margin-bottom:1rem"> . Preschool children (ages 0–6) are admitted free of charge, but must be accompanied by an adult. </li><li style="position:relative;display:flex;align-items:center;word-break:break-all;margin-bottom:1rem"> . Tickets valid only during the hours of operation on the date specified at the time of purchase. </li><li style="position:relative;display:flex;align-items:center;word-break:break-all;margin-bottom:1rem"> . Eating and drinking are not permitted inside the museum. </li><li style="position:relative;display:flex;align-items:center;word-break:break-all;margin-bottom:1rem"> . Large luggage such as suitcases cannot be brought into the museum. Please use the coin lockers nearby. </li><li style="position:relative;display:flex;align-items:center;word-break:break-all;margin-bottom:1rem"> . Baby strollers are not allowed in the museum. </li><li style="position:relative;display:flex;align-items:center;word-break:break-all;margin-bottom:1rem"> . Please use hand sanitizer inside the building. </li><li style="position:relative;display:flex;align-items:center;word-break:break-all;margin-bottom:1rem"> . Photography is allowed on all floors. </li><li style="position:relative;display:flex;align-items:center;word-break:break-all;margin-bottom:1rem"> . Please do not touch the exhibits in the museum. </li><li style="position:relative;display:flex;align-items:center;word-break:break-all"> . Rakuten Travel Experience offers a 100 yen discount compared to the on-site ticket price. </li> </ul>

Description

The British Antique Museum sits on the main street of Kamakura, a one-minute walk from Tsurugaoka Hachimangu Shrine. The museum exhibits authentic antiques collected over the years by its director, Masaomi Dobashi, who has a strong passion for British culture. The building was designed by renowned architect Kengo Kuma. Its facade was inspired by the traditional craft of "Kamakura-bori," for a design fitting to appear on the approach to the ancient capital of Kamakura. The British Antique Museum is composed of four floors, each exhibiting antiques from different periods and themes. Each level is coordinated with themed spaces such as Sherlock Holmes's Room, the Victorian era, and The Georgian Room.

How it works

***From reservation to entry, it's a simple 2-step process! *** ＜Step 1> After booking your ticket on Rakuten Travel Experience, an e-ticket will be sent to your registered e-mail address. <Step 2> When you arrive at the facility, please visit the entrance counter and click on the "Voucher" link in the e-mail sent to you at the time of purchase. Please click the "Use" button and show the screen to the staff. (Please ensure that your smartphone can connect to the internet before your visit) On the day of your visit, please show your QR code to the staff of BAM Kamakura. ※Saturday, Sunday, and holidays are time-specified tickets. Please select "Saturday, Sunday and Holidays" in the plan and specify your preferred time slot.