Nominated for the European Museum of the Year Award 2026 (EMYA)
Where the past meets the future – immerse yourself in 700 years of samurai history with over 4,000 original historical artefacts, holographic projections and immersive experiences. Discover magnificent armour, ornate swords and mysterious masks in one of the world’s most significant private collections, presented interactively using state-of-the-art media technology.
Nominated for the European Museum of the Year Award 2026 (EMYA)
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Immersive rather than passive – over 60 interactive stations, holograms, gigapixel images and the Yokai Cinema. A museum where you can get involved.
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What is on display here is museum education at its very best
With its digital installations, the new museum is setting new standards
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It is a museum that will amaze you
State-of-the-art laser technology, holographic projections and 3D models turn a visit to the museum into a
multimedia journey of discovery.
Interactive installations, videos and touchscreens engage visitors of all ages and answer their questions about
this strange, fascinating world.
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A real treasure trove
In Berlin-Mitte, you can now immerse yourself in this unique world and discover just how diverse samurai culture is and how closely it is linked to Japanese history.
In Europe, the collection is unrivalled.