Diplomatic Archives, Tokyo

Name: Diplomatic Archives
Address: Tokyo, Japan
Telephone: +81 3-3585-4511

#139 among attractions in Tokyo

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The Diplomatic Archives of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Japan in Tokyo, Japan, is the office of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in charge of archiving Japan's diplomatic documents. ()

Local name: 外務省外交史料館 Coordinates: 35°39'39"N, 139°44'20"E

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港区 (虎ノ門)Tokyo Japan

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+81 3-3585-4511

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Diplomatic Archives open?

Diplomatic Archives is open:

Monday 10 am - 5:30 pm
Tuesday 10 am - 5:30 pm
Wednesday 10 am - 5:30 pm
Thursday 10 am - 5:30 pm
Friday 10 am - 5:30 pm
Saturday closed
Sunday closed

Which popular attractions are close to Diplomatic Archives?

Nearby attractions include Azabudai, Tokyo (3 min walk), Azabu-Mamianachō, Tokyo (4 min walk), Azabu-Nagasakachō, Tokyo (5 min walk), Izumi Garden Tower, Tokyo (7 min walk).

How to get to Diplomatic Archives by public transport?

The nearest stations to Diplomatic Archives:

Bus

Azabudai • Lines: 渋88 (3 min walk)
Iikura-katamachi • Lines: 反96 (3 min walk)

Metro

Roppongi-itchome • Lines: N (8 min walk)
Azabu-juban • Lines: E, N (11 min walk)

Train

Monorail Hamamatsucho (28 min walk)
Hamamatsucho (28 min walk)

Light rail

Shiodome • Lines: U (31 min walk)
Shimbashi • Lines: U (31 min walk)