Memorial Hall Spots in Japan

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Category

Travel / Tourism

History / Culture / Tour

Yamadera Basho Museum

4.0

55 Reviews

Travel / Tourism

Yamagata Pref. Yamagatashi Yamadera Minamiin 4223

This is a memorial museum for Matsuo Basho, the renowned haiku poet, located along Prefectural Route 19 in Yamadera, Yamagata City. The museum host various events such as haiku contests along with the permanent exhibit displaying drafts written in Basho's own hand, letters, and other archival materials pertaining to his life, as well as a theater corner documenting his life. The museum has tatami mat training rooms and tea rooms available for seminars or tea ceremonies and other traditional cultural art events.

Basho is considered one of the best, if not the best, Haiku poet. If one is really, really interested in this art form, this museum is well worth a visit. If Haiku is not your thing, visiting the...
Takayama City Archives Museum

4.0

66 Reviews

Travel / Tourism

Gifu Pref. Takayamashi Shinmeimachi 4-15

Built in 1895, this historic building was used as the town and city hall until 1968. It’s at the southern end of the Preservation Districts for Groups of Traditional Building in Sanmachi, Takayama City. You can look out from Ichinomachi to Sannomachi, and the Nakabashi Bridge that spans the Miyagawa River is right before your eyes. The entire building is made of hinoki cypress, and various parts have sliding glass pane doors, which were rare when it was built. This building was state-of-the-art in those days and still maintains its former features. Now it’s a museum that preserves and displays Takayama City’s administrative materials, information about Takayama City history through panel displays and realia from the period.

Well preserved buildings but it was very crowded when we visited and guides were talking over each other. Bit difficult to see the history, but worth a visit.
Nakahara Chuya Memorial Museum

4.0

64 Reviews

Travel / Tourism

Yamaguchi Pref. Yamaguchishi Yudaonsen 1-11-21

This is a memorial museum located in Yamaguchi City, the birthplace of the poet, Chuya Nakahara. It has been built on the site of the Nakahara clinic, Chuya’s childhood home. The museum exhibits manuscripts and personal belongings of Chuya Nakahara. There is a permanent exhibition where visitors can view books on the first floor, and visitors can enjoy CDs, a document search room and special exhibitions on the second floor.

展示品など多すぎず、ちょうどよく感じました。この時代の文芸作家たちとの交流、彼の人生の経過も書かれていて、作品と言うより彼の人生について知ることが出来たと思います。
Gifu Sekigahara Kosenjo Memorial Hall

5.0

11 Reviews

Travel / Tourism

Gifu Fuwa-gun Sekigaharacho Sekigahara 894-55

Beautifully curated museum with excellent translations. Super friendly staff. Highly recommended. Visited today after a bike ride around the area. Was lucky to bump into the curator who was really...
Kaiten Memorial Museum

4.5

54 Reviews

Travel / Tourism

Yamaguchi Pref. Shunanshi Odushima 1960

This memorial hall has exhibits connected to the kaiten, a torpedo shaped special weapon, built in the remains of barracks once used by former kaiten trainees and staff. Stone monuments are lined up at the entrance, and inside panels introduce kaiten history, and lives of those involved in it. There are around 1,000 items connected to the staff in the collection. There are also dioramas recreating the base, and films of the staff speaking at the time.

Having lived in Yamaguchi prefecture many years ago, I had heard of the museum but never thought to go there. Finally 30 years later, for a ALT 30 year reunion, we took the ferry to spend time there...
Takehisa Yumeji Ikaho Memorial

4.0

61 Reviews

Travel / Tourism

Gunma Pref. Shibukawashi Ikahomachikaho 544-119

A memorial hall dedicated to the painter Yumeji Takehisa and situated on the Jomo-Sanzan Panorama Highway heading east from the onsen resort in Ikaho, Ikaho Town. The memorial hall displays Yumeji Takehisa’s pieces of work and artifacts in a number of different buildings including the Taisho Romantic Hall which resembles a warehouse, the Kurofunekan which was built to commemorate the donation of Yumeji’s masterpiece, Kurofuneya, and the Giyamanrou which displays Japanese glass from the Edo to Taisho periods. There is also a café where you can get a sense of the Taisho Roman style, and a museum shop.

We visited at the same time that it opened and had the entire the museum to ourselves. The museum was build to imagine Taishō period (1912-1926) and reduced text captain for enjoy atmosphere. We can...
Shibusawa Sakaeichi Memorial Hall

3.5

40 Reviews

Travel / Tourism

Saitama Fukaya-shi Shimode

「近代日本資本主義の父」渋沢栄一さんの「渋沢栄一記念館」です。入場料は無料です。この「渋沢栄一記念館」は、渋沢栄一さんの生まれた故郷の「公民館」の一部を「渋沢栄一記念館」にしているためか、とても手作り感のある雰囲気の記念館です。「公民館」の体育館もそのまま残っています。そのような雰囲気の「渋沢栄一記念館」の展示は、、王道的な渋沢栄一さんの遺品、資料、年表などを紹介をしてあります。その中で印象深...
Nagai Takashi Memorial Museum Nyokodo

4.5

72 Reviews

Travel / Tourism

Nagasaki Pref. Nagasakishi Uenomachi 22-6

This museum commemorates Dr. Takashi Nagai, who contributed to the rebuilding of Nagasaki and advocated eternal peace through brotherly love after losing his wife and suffering illness due to the atomic bombing. The Nyoko-do is a small house that was built by Urakami Catholics and served as the doctor’s sickroom and writing room before his death. The memorial hall displays writings and other articles that belonged to the doctor as well as a rosary used by his wife that was burned in the explosion.

Nyokodo is an amazing place that details and presents the life of a man who dedicated himself to science and in a matter of fact, humanity. In June 1945 (approx 2 months before the atomic explosion...
Kurobe River Electric Memorial Museum

3.5

83 Reviews

Travel / Tourism

Toyama Kurobe-shi Kurobe

"This memorial museum is dedicated to the theme of water that connects the people and nature-wrapped town of Kurobe, with its connection to the ""treasure chest of water,"" the Kurobe river. In addition to the theme of water, it also exhibits information on the trolley railway, the history of electric power development, and the construction of the Omachi Tunnel and Kurobe Dam. The rest theater offers a variety of films on the people who have protected Kurobe, and connected legends."

A small museum right in front of the Unazuki Torokko Station (youll see red banners around it). We went here to kill time before our train to the gorge. Some of the displays are interactive but...
Parliamentary Museum

4.0

51 Reviews

Travel / Tourism

Tokyo Chiyoda-ku Nagatacho 1-8-1

Opened in 1972 to commemorate the 80th anniversary of the establishment of Japan's parliament, the museum introduces the organization and operation of the Diet in an easy-to-understand manner through materials and videos, and also collects and exhibits materials related to the history of constitutional government and those who have served in constitutional government, as well as holding special exhibitions.

こちらは、国会議事堂前の国会前庭北地区に隣接しています。行ってみると、令和４年度からの新たな国立公文書館及び憲政記念館建設にり、令和４年５月に代替施設に移転する（代替施設での展示参観は、６月初旬を予定）との事でした。
Obihiro Centennial City Museum

3.5

49 Reviews

Leisure / Hobbies

Hokkaido Obihiroshi Midorigaoka 2

An institute of lifelong learning in Obihiro City, Hokkaido. The museum has permanents exhibitions on the culture, history and nature of the Tokachi. Also visit the Riuka Information Center where you can learn more about the history and culture of the Ainu people. There is also a Reserve Cultural Property Center where you can view excavated ruins and relics. The museum is a great location to learn more about Tokachi and Obihiro.

帯広の歴史や生物の様子を学べる貴重な博物館です。明治以降、随分と苦労して開拓した様子を展示していました。
Ishikawa Prefecture Kanazawa Port Ohno Karakuri Memorial Museum

4.0

60 Reviews

Travel / Tourism

Ishikawa Pref. Kanazawashi Onomachi 4 Part 2 - 29

"A museum located on the tip of Kanazawa Port which presents the achievements of mechanical doll maker Ono Benkichi, displays Japanese karakuri mechanical dolls, and contains interactive exhibits on karakuri. Ono was an inventor who lived in Ono Village (now Ono Town) in Ishikawa District at the end of the Edo period. Using what was then cutting edge technology, Ono created a variety of inventions, and the karakuri dolls he crafted during his lifetime are a testament to his mechanical skills. The museum presents the world of Japanese karakuri dolls with a focus on Ono. The museum's exhibits include well-known karakuri dolls such as a tea carrying doll, and also occasionally holds demonstrations which enable visitors to view the dolls in action up close. Visitors can also see a ""nozoki karakuri,"" a mechanical stage show consisting of a series of pictures viewed through a peephole which was popular with children in the Edo period. Twice a month, the museum holds interactive workshops for elementary school aged children."

This is not just a museum but hands on type very interesting and stimulating place both for kids and parents. You can learn about the history of Karakuri, an old robot type wooden machine made moving...
Kaneto Kawamura Ainu Museum

4.0

30 Reviews

Travel / Tourism

Hokkaido Asahikawashi Hokumonchou 11

This is the oldest Ainu museum in Japan established in 1916 with the aim of protecting and passing on Ainu folk culture. In addition to exhibits of tools from Ainu daily life and valuable materials, mainly from the Asahikawa area, the museum runs programs that include performances of the mukkuri, a folk musical instrument, experiences of classical dance, and embroidery workshops (bookings required). You can also purchase original merchandise and folk clothing with Ainu pattern motifs.

Very interesting museum describing the Aynu culture amd history. The stuffed animals were incredible and the artefacts very interesting.
Seto Ohashi Commemorative Hall and Exhibition Space

4.0

41 Reviews

Travel / Tourism

Kagawa Pref. Sakaideshi Bannosumidorichou 6-13

Seto-ohashi Bridge is one of the largest scale bridges in the world. In the commemorative Hall and Exhibition Space located in the Seto Ohashi Memorial Park, the techniques and construction of the bridge from beginning to end are showcased using images and models. The bridge has a depth of 50 meters below sea, a height of 200 meters and span of 9.4 kilometers. Don’t miss the bridge theater where you can enjoy the whole picture of the Seto-ohashi Bridge in high-definition. Audio guide is available in English, Chinese, and Korean.

瀬戸大橋坂出側に有る橋を紹介しているミュージアムです。橋が無い時代は、天気が悪いと四国が陸の孤島になったという時代だったそうです。瀬戸大橋のミニチュアも有ります。
Itami Juzo Museum

4.0

53 Reviews

Travel / Tourism

Ehime Pref. Matsuyamashi Higashishi 1-6-10

This is a museum of the Japanese leading film director, actor and essayist, Juzo Itami. The name Juzo is written as 13 in Chinese characters, so there are 13 sections in the permanent exhibition that show the variety of his works and hobbies. Also there is a café museum for visitors and a shop that sells original goods produced by the museum director, Nobuko Miyamoto. The building was designed by “Itamist” architect Yoshifumi Nakamura.

松山市駅からバスで20分の「天山橋」バス停から徒歩3分ほど。入館料は800円。展示室は2部屋あり、1部屋目が伊丹十三の生涯を解説した常設展(撮影可能)、2部屋目が企画展(撮影不可)の会場となっている。父(伊丹万作)が松山生まれ。十三は京都生まれだが高校時代を松山で過ごしている。幼いころから絵が得意で最初に就いた職業が商業デザイナー。そして俳優になった後もエッセイやイラストを書き、音楽や料理にも造...
Mori Ogai Memorial Museum

3.5

41 Reviews

Travel / Tourism

Tokyo Bunkyou-ku Sendagi 1-23-4

A museum dedicated to author Mori Ogai built on the site of the home where Ogai lived in Sendagi, Bunkyo City, Tokyo from 1892 until his death in 1922. The museum primarily collects manuscripts, correspondences, books, and other articles that belonged to Ogai as well as other materials relating to literary works and writers connected to Ogai and Bunkyo City. In addition to being a famous novelist, Ogai was prolific in many fields, and his museum gives visitors the chance to see rare items which reveal the history of the man.

かつて森鴎外とその家族が過ごしていた『観潮楼』の跡地に建てられた博物館。コンクリートの無機質な外観で、内装も基調はコンクリートの壁であるが、展示室は白い壁の静謐な雰囲気を醸し出している。展示室は地下1階に2つあり、2つ合わせても部屋の広さはそれほど大きくなく、1時間程度で全ての展示品を鑑賞することが出来る。森鴎外が愛用した品々、遺した品々が展示され、激動の時代を生きてきた森鴎外とその血族の人とな...
Mori Ogai Memorial Museum

4.0

40 Reviews

Travel / Tourism

Shimane Pref. Kanoashiguntsuwanochou Machida A 238

This memorial museum was constructed adjacent to an old residence of Tsuwano where Meiji-period literary giant Mori Ogai spent his childhood. Important materials are displayed here, such as the Mori Ogai’s personal effects and handwritten drafts. Events such as memorial seminars and forums are held every year on Mori Ogai’s birthday (January 19th) and the day of his passing (July 9th.)

森鴎外の旧居の隣に立派な施設として建ってました。文豪と作品と軍医であった程度の予備知識で訪れたので、生涯全般についてみることができました。隣の旧居とセットの入場券で見学できました。駐車場は前にありました。
Yokozuna Chiyonoyama & Chiyonofuji Memorial Museum

4.0

34 Reviews

Travel / Tourism

Hokkaido Matsumaegunfukushimachou Fukushima 190

A museum located in Fukushima Town, Matsumae District dedicated to Chiyonoyama and Chiyonofuji, the 41st and 58th yokozunas (sumo wrestling grand champions), respectively. Chiyonoyama and Chiyonofuji were born in Fukushima Town, and this museum presents the achievements of these two mighty wrestlers. Two bronze statues of the wrestlers stand in front of the museum. Dazzling dress mawashi wrestling belts, championship cups, and National Honor Awards are displayed in the Yokozuna Memorial Hall. The museum also issues replicas of the handprints of Chiyonoyama and Chiyonofuji together, a popular souvenir for sumo fanatics.

団体旅行で函館駅発(道南いさりび鉄道）に乗った翌日横綱千代の山・千代の富士記念館に寄りました。ほとんどの人が相撲好きなので、過去の取り組みの映像で大盛り上がりして賜杯賞状化粧まわし羽織などを見て稽古場で相撲談議でそー言えば刺繍が手がこんで素晴らしいけど、あの重さはどのくらいあるんだろうねえ-ということで受付に若い男女がいたので聞いてみたところ（わかりませ-ん）それはない...
Senichi Hoshino Memorial Museum

4.0

52 Reviews

Travel / Tourism

Okayama Pref. Kurashikishi Chuou 1-10-11 Hilltop Building C Building 2F

This museum is about 15 minutes on foot from JR Kurashiki Station in the Kurashiki Bikan Historical Quarter. Born in Kurashiki City, Okayama Prefecture, Hoshino played pitcher for the Chunichi Dragons. He also served as the head coach of the Chunichi Dragons, Hanshin Tigers, and Tohoku Rakuten Golden Eagles. He led his teams to four league championships and one Japan Series championship and has been inducted into Japan's Baseball Hall of Fame. The museum has about 450 items, including trophies like his Eiji Sawamura Award, memorial plaques, uniforms from different parts of his career, his cleats, photographs, and panel displays. You can also watch a video about his career.

倉敷の美観地区にあるデニムストリートの中にありました。星野仙一さんは倉敷商業出身故にこちらに記念館があるようです。星野さんの胸像が入口にありました。入場料は500円。
Takai Kozan Memorial Hall

4.0

52 Reviews

Travel / Tourism

Nagano Pref. Kamitakaigunobusemachi Obuse 805-1

This museum commemorates Takai Kozan, a first-rate person of culture and pupil of Katsushika Hokusai who was Obuse Town's wealthiest merchant. The museum, which displays a large number of exhibits including works of calligraphy and art by Kozan, retains the vestiges of the era in which he lived. Yuzenro, the two-story wooden building that served as Takai Kozan's study and salon, is located on the grounds of the museum and open to visitors. It is located a short walk from the gallery, which features a large collection of works by Hokusai.

Kozan Takai was the patron of Hokusai largely responsible for Hokusai spending his last years in Obuse. At the other end of Chestnut Lane to the Hokusai museum in the delightful town of Obuse, it...