A place of joy and peace of mind The Hiroshima Museum of Art opened in 1964. It seems that Hiroshima Bank, which celebrated the 100th anniversary of the same year, was founded as a memorial project of history that they walked with the region. In 1945, Hiroshima turned into a scorched earth in an instant by the atomic bomb dropping. For the past 30 years, Hiroshima has … [Read more...] about Hiroshima Museum of Art, Hiroshima
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Nara National Museum, Nara
One of the best collections of Buddhism in Japan The Nara National Museum is located in Nara Park, which is dotted with world heritage sites, Todaiji Temple, Kofukuji Temple and Kasuga Taisha Shrine. The Nara National Museum is one of four national museums in Japan, and opened in 1895 as the second national museum after the Tokyo National Museum. One of the country's best … [Read more...] about Nara National Museum, Nara
The National Art Center, Tokyo
The scale of "The National Art Center, Tokyo" is the largest in Japan "The National Art Center, Tokyo" is the fifth national museum in Japan which opened in 2007. There are 12 exhibition rooms on the floor from the first basement floor to the third floor above the ground. Its scale is the largest in Japan. It is a unique appearance that stands outstanding, even in the streets … [Read more...] about The National Art Center, Tokyo
Oya History Museum, Tochigi
This is an underground shrine. Like Underground Shrine! "Oya History Museum" is a hot topic. The former underground mine site of “Oya Stone” is now attracting attention as a tourist spot in Utsunomiya, Tochigi Prefecture. The hall is cool even in midsummer. Oyaishi is a stone produced in the Oya-machi area of Utsunomiya. It is called green tuff and has been widely used as a … [Read more...] about Oya History Museum, Tochigi
Kaiyodo Figure Museum, Shiga
Nagahama City, Shiga Prefecture is located in the north part of Shiga Prefecture, a little north of Hikone city famous for having Hikone Castle. In the surroundings of JR Nagahama station, unique shops such as restaurants and glass shops are dotted in the old good streets living in the Edo period such as town houses and the built in godown style. "Kurokabe Square" (Black Wall … [Read more...] about Kaiyodo Figure Museum, Shiga
Fukagawa Edo Museum, Tokyo
Kiyosumi Shirakawa is a city in Koto-ku, Tokyo where you can feel the history of the city. There are many residential areas and temples, leaving behind the image of the good old days. In recent years, young people have begun to open their own shops, creating a unique atmosphere with old book stores. There are also many must-see galleries for contemporary art lovers. In … [Read more...] about Fukagawa Edo Museum, Tokyo
Kyoto Railway Museum, Kyoto
The Kyoto Railway Museum was reopened in 2016 with the concept of “a railway culture base that walks with the region”. It contributes to regional revitalization while trying to cooperate with the local community, and is loved by many people as a place of relaxation. The museum's unique theme, “see, touch, experience” has created inspiration and intellectual curiosity for … [Read more...] about Kyoto Railway Museum, Kyoto
Edo-Tokyo Open-Air Architectural Museum (Edo-Tokyo Tatemono En), Tokyo
"Edo-Tokyo Open-Air Architectural Museum" is an open-air museum in Koganei Park, Koganei City, Tokyo. Thirty historic buildings from the Edo period to the early Showa era are on display. It's no wonder that there are many reviews that are more interesting than you might expect, with reality-filled exhibits being a popular tourist attraction. Photo can be taken in most buildings … [Read more...] about Edo-Tokyo Open-Air Architectural Museum (Edo-Tokyo Tatemono En), Tokyo
Sapporo Beer Museum, Hokkaido
"Sapporo Garden Park" located about 2 kilometers east from JR Sapporo Station and about 7 minutes by bus service is a facility that used the site of “SAPPORO BEER” Sapporo Plant closed in 2003. It was developed in the city as "to protect historical buildings continuing from the Hokkaido Development Commissioner in the Meiji Era and the historic buildings of red bricks and … [Read more...] about Sapporo Beer Museum, Hokkaido
Kurashiki Bikan Historical Area, Okayama
Kurashiki City is located in the southern part of Okayama Prefecture. It has flourished as a port city with a long history of water transportation. Merchants who have fallen out of control of the Tokugawa Shogunate and have become self-governed and become wealthy will set up a luxurious warehouse on the banks of the Kurashiki River. That is the photogenic spot “Kurashiki Bikan … [Read more...] about Kurashiki Bikan Historical Area, Okayama