The bicycle was invented in Europe in the early 19th century. Initially enjoyed as a pastime by the aristocracy, its use later expanded to include travel, racing, daily commuting, and transporting goods. Today, it has become an indispensable part of people’s lives.
At our museum, you can explore the history of the bicycle and the various technologies that have supported its development in a relaxed and spacious setting.You’ll also have the opportunity to reflect anew on the role bicycles will play in our future society from the perspectives of health and the environment.
In fact, Sakai was once a region with such a thriving bicycle industry that it was known as the “City of Bicycles.” Through the bicycle, you can also explore the history of Sakai’s industries and the lives of its people.
Shimano Bicycle Museum
From the earliest bicycles to the latest road bikes, all are on display in one place. Here, you can reaffirm the vital role bicycles play in 21st-century urban development—including the environment, health, and transportation.
- Business Hours
- 10:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m. (Last admission at 4:00 p.m.)
- Day Off
- Monday (or the following business day if Monday is a holiday)
- Fees
- Adults: 500 yen; High School and College Students: 200 yen (Free for middle school students and younger, and those 65 and older)
- Contact Us
- 072-221-3196
- Official Website and Booking Site
- https://www.bikemuse.jp
- Address
- 2-2-1 Minami-Koyo-cho, Sakai Ward, Sakai City, 590-0073
- Directions
- 5-minutewalk from the Northwest Exit of Sakai-Higashi Station on the Nankai Koya Line