Best History Museums Spot List

It is home to art and artifacts from across Asia, including the world's largest and finest Japanese collection.

Keeps precious materials belonging to the Ii Clan

Learn about the culture of Niigata

The second-oldest national museum in Japan, located in Nara Park. It boasts the nation's greatest collection of Buddhist art.

Meet overwhelmingly large dinosaur skeleton specimens

An exhibit featuring contact and change between Eastern and Western cultures

An introduction to the history of Hyogo from all angles

An octagonal, three-story western-style home in Maiko Park

A classical red brick building

A secret underground cavern! Enjoy seeing historical Oya Stone and panoramic views.

This is a museum where you can enjoy learning the 400 years of history and culture of Edo-Tokyo.

Experience the charm of The Tale of Genji using all five senses

Built on the Naniwanomiya Site, the museum allows visitors to learn about the history of Osaka from ancient times to the present.

The Kyoto National Museum houses many artworks and cultural properties of Kyoto dating from the Heian period (794-1185) to the Edo period (1603-1868).

A place connected to Matsuo Basho. A garden with flowers and trees associated with his haiku and Shiseki Tembo Teien with a waterside view are the highlights.

Feel the history of Kitakami at the outdoor museum

A museum where visitors can see the various works and crafts created by the people of the old capital of Nara.

Articles from Ryoma Sakamoto and the Shinsengumi are on display

Observe how sturdy silk fabrics are produced

Discover Tohoku history and culture