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The Manchukuo Imperial Palace Museum is located at No. 5 Guangfu North Road, Changchun City, Jilin Province. It was formerly the Jilin-Heilongjiang Salt Administration, which managed the salt affairs of Jilin and Heilongjiang provinces during the Republic of China period. It covers a total area of 250,500 square meters and has a construction area of 137,000 square meters.
The Museum of the Imperial Palace of Manchukuo currently has 50 original exhibits of the puppet Manchukuo palace, including the Jixi Building, Qinmin Building, and Tongde Hall, 2 large-scale basic exhibits, 3 special exhibitions, 33 temporary exhibitions, 17 touring exhibitions in China, and 11 exhibitions abroad.
The Manchukuo Imperial Palace Museum houses a large collection of Manchukuo court relics, modern and contemporary Japanese relics, modern and contemporary Northeastern relics, folk relics, representative modern and contemporary calligraphy and paintings, sculptures, works by intangible cultural heritage inheritors, and other art masterpieces.
The predecessor of the Puppet Manchukuo Imperial Palace was the Jilin-Heilongjiang Salt Administration, which managed the salt affairs of Jilin and Heilongjiang provinces during the Republic of China period.
Temperate monsoon climate, suitable for all seasons
long time
80 yuan
From May 1st to October 7th, the exhibition hall is open from 8:30 to 17:20;
From October 1st to April 30th of the following year, the exhibition hall is open from 8:30 to 16:50
The Changchun Puppet Manchukuo Imperial Palace Museum was the official residence of Emperor Puyi during the Japanese-established Manchukuo period (1932–1945). It represents a key historical era in northeastern China and showcases the cultural, political, and architectural influences of that time.
Located in Changchun, Jilin Province. Accessible by taxi, local bus, or rideshare from downtown Changchun. Walking is recommended for exploring the museum grounds once on-site.
Typically open from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM daily. The best time to visit is in the morning on weekdays to avoid crowds.
Entrance fee is approximately 40–60 CNY. Tickets can be purchased on-site or via official online booking platforms.
Advance booking is recommended during peak tourist seasons or weekends. Booking 1–3 days ahead is usually sufficient.
2–3 hours to tour the palace, gardens, and museum exhibits comfortably.
Guided tours are available in Chinese; English tours may need advance arrangement. Audio guides may also be available for rental in select languages.
Start at the main gate, follow the central path through the palace halls, explore exhibition rooms, then finish with the gardens and surrounding courtyards.
Night visits and light shows are generally not available. Special tours may be offered during commemorative events or holidays.
Weekdays are less crowded than weekends and holidays. Early mornings provide the most peaceful experience.
Accessible for elderly and children; ramps are available for certain areas, but some historic buildings may have limited wheelchair access.
Both cash and mobile payments (WeChat Pay, Alipay) are accepted at the ticket office and museum shops.
Small cafes and restaurants are available near the museum entrance; nearby downtown Changchun offers a wide selection of dining options.
Vegetarian options are available at some on-site cafes and nearby restaurants; Halal options may require research or special requests.
Several hotels and guesthouses are within 2–5 km of the museum, including international and local chains in Changchun city center.
Souvenir shops sell postcards, history books, traditional Chinese crafts, and miniature replicas of palace architecture.
Taxi, rideshare, and local buses are convenient for visiting nearby attractions or returning to Changchun city center.
