Meiji University, Tokyo

Name: Meiji University
Address: 1-1 Kandasurugadai, Tokyo, 101-8301, Japan
Telephone: +81 3-3296-4448

#481 among attractions in Tokyo

Universities and schools, History museum, Museum

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Facts and practical information

Meiji University, abbreviated as Meiji or Meidai, is a private research university located in the heart of Tokyo, Chiyoda City. Established in 1881 as Meiji Law School by three Meiji-era lawyers, Kishimoto Tatsuo, Miyagi Kōzō, and Yashiro Misao, Meiji University is one of the oldest and most prestigious institutions of higher learning in Japan. ()

Local name: 明治大学 Established: 1881 (143 years ago)Coordinates: 35°41'54"N, 139°45'43"E

Address

1-1 Kandasurugadai千代田区 (西神田)Tokyo 101-8301 Japan

Contact

+81 3-3296-4448

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Day trips

Meiji University – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Tokyo Dome City Attractions, Tokyo Dome, Thunder Dolphin, Kanda Shrine.

0.6 miNW
Amusement, Amusement park
Tokyo Dome City Attractions, Tokyo
16 min walk • Tokyo Dome City Attractions is a vibrant amusement park nestled in the heart of Tokyo, Japan. This bustling entertainment hub, often referred to simply as Tokyo Dome City, offers a diverse range of thrilling rides, games, and experiences suitable for visitors of all...
0.7 miNW
Sport venue, Sport, Arenas and stadiums
Tokyo Dome, Tokyo
20 min walk • Tokyo Dome, an iconic sport venue nestled in the bustling heart of Tokyo, Japan, is a mecca for sports enthusiasts and concert-goers alike. Known affectionately as "The Big Egg" due to its distinctive shape, this colossal structure has been a fixture in the city's...
0.7 miNW
Amusement, Amusement park, Amusement ride
Thunder Dolphin, Tokyo
19 min walk • Thunder Dolphin is a heart-pounding addition to Tokyo's skyline, offering a unique blend of urban thrill right in the heart of the bustling city. Located within Tokyo Dome City, this steel roller coaster is not just any amusement ride – it's an adrenaline-pumping...
0.4 miNE
Enduring shrine with red and gold decor
Kanda Shrine, Tokyo
11 min walk • Nestled in the bustling district of Chiyoda in Tokyo, Japan, the Kanda Shrine stands as a serene oasis amidst the urban sprawl. Known in Japanese as Kanda Myojin, this Shinto shrine has been a spiritual cornerstone for the local community and visitors for centuries...
0.7 miNW
Sport venue, Sport, Arenas and stadiums
Korakuen Hall, Tokyo
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~1200 ftE
Church, Historical place, Sacred and religious sites
Holy Resurrection Cathedral, Tokyo
6 min walk • Nestled within the bustling metropolis of Tokyo, Japan, the Holy Resurrection Cathedral, also known as Nicholai-do, stands as a spiritual haven and architectural marvel in the Chiyoda special ward. This cathedral is the main cathedral of the Japanese Orthodox Church...
0.7 miSW
Museum, Art museum, Buddhist architecture
National Museum of Modern Art, Tokyo
18 min walk • The National Museum of Modern Art, Tokyo, often abbreviated as MOMAT, is a treasure trove of contemporary artistic expression nestled in the heart of Japan's bustling capital city. As Tokyo's first national art museum, it was established in 1952 and has since become a...
0.7 miNW
Museum, Specialty museum, History museum
Japanese Baseball Hall of Fame, Tokyo
18 min walk • Nestled in the bustling metropolis of Tokyo, the Japanese Baseball Hall of Fame stands as a shrine to the nation's beloved sport. Located within the Tokyo Dome City, this museum pays homage to the history and legends of Japanese baseball, making it a must-visit...
~1650 ftNE
Temple, Historical place, Confucian temple
Yushima Seido, Tokyo
8 min walk • Yushima Seidō, is a Confucian temple in Yushima, Bunkyō, Tokyo, Japan. It was established in end of the 17th century during the Genroku era of the Edo period. Towards the late Edo period, one of the most important educational institutions of the shogunate, the Shōhei-zaka Gakumonjo, or Shōheikō, was founded on its grounds.
0.7 miSW
Museum, Library
National Archives of Japan, Tokyo
19 min walk • The Independent Administrative Institution National Archives of Japan preserve Japanese government documents and historical records and make them available to the public.
0.6 miE
Museum, Shopping, Art museum
Tokyo Anime Center, Tokyo
17 min walk • The Tokyo Anime Center is a permanent facility that has been created to market anime to residents of Japan and foreign visitors. The facility hosts regular events, live radio interviews with creators and voice actors, and merchandising fairs. It includes the AKIBA3DTheater.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Meiji University open?

Meiji University is open:

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

Which popular attractions are close to Meiji University?

Nearby attractions include Surugadai, Tokyo (2 min walk), Casals Hall, Tokyo (3 min walk), Ochanomizu, Tokyo (4 min walk), Sarugakuchō, Tokyo (5 min walk).

How to get to Meiji University by public transport?

The nearest stations to Meiji University:

Bus

Nichida-byoin • Lines: 内神田ルート, 秋葉原ルート (2 min walk)
Ochanomizu-ekimae • Lines: 学07, 東43, 茶51 (5 min walk)

Train

Ochanomizu (5 min walk)
Suidobashi (14 min walk)

Metro

Ochanomizu • Lines: M (5 min walk)
Shin-ochanomizu • Lines: C (6 min walk)