The History Museum of J-Koreans — Attraction in Tokyo

One of the most important museums you can visit in Japan. I first learned about J-Koreans from the book Pachinko by Min Jin Lee and wanted to learn more. Thank you so much to the staff for providing English translations of important moments in history. Much of the museum is in Japanese and Korean, but main points have been written in English and many cases have a QR code you scan for English to explain about the items displayed. I really recommend this museum to everyone to learn about the important work of the Korean cultural associations in fighting for rights in Japan. That staff is also very friendly and kind and you learn about important members of the association who helped make the museum what it is today. You can access the museum through the embassy and the staff can help point you to the right direction to the office to buy tickets. There are also history books available for purchase, which are very informative and available in...

I dropped into this quaint little museum on a Saturday afternoon stroll through Azubu Juban. Definitely an interesting educational experience in the history of Zainichi (Japanese) Koreans. If you are a student of history, particularly Korean, then this place is a must on your travels. There are many exhibits and photos on display. Note: a lot of the information is in Japanese/Korean. There are some English texts as well though. You can buy a small booklet in English for ¥500, although all the information in there is also on the walls. Photos are forbidden, and generally the museum is very quiet i.e. I was the only person there on Saturday afternoon. It can also all be covered in an hour. It’s only one...

Very interesting history of Koreans in Japan mostly focused on political and social events during Japanese colonial times and the period immediately after WWII. Most signs are only in Japanese and Korean but there is enough English for an overview. There’s also an English booklet you can use at the...