Tokyo is seventh for following Japanese currency through time, with wider East Asian material rooted in the Sempeikan Collection. That coherent historical focus places it above the Smithsonian gallery for this shortlist, although Paris offers a stronger account of manufacture.
Admission is free, and an English audio guide works on your own device. Check the calendar: temporary closures are listed for October 2026, beyond the usual Monday rule. Identify the issuer and period before comparing shapes or images; currencies from different settings need context.
Sources: Official guide 1 · Official guide 2.
