Sasayama City History Museum

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Experience the history and culture of Sasayama Castle Town through precious art and cultural artifacts. The museum building itself, a relocated, historically significant wooden courthouse, is a highlight.

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Cultural Assets

HighlightsPossessions of the Aoyama Family (former lords of Sasayama Castle)
Weaponry, lacquerware, paintings, and maki-e from Sasayama Castle Town
Exquisite examples of Ojiyama-yaki from a kiln that served the Sasayama domain
Ancient excavated cultural properties
The relocated building: Japan's oldest wooden courthouse (former Sasayama District Court)

Basic Information

Address: 2 Kita Shinmachi, Sasayama City, Hyogo Prefecture, Japan Search for tourist attractions in Hyogo

Access: Take the West Japan Railway Fukuchiyama Line to Sasayamaguchi Station, then the Wing Kinki (formerly Shinki Green Bus) to Kasuga Shrine-mae. The museum is right there. Show route

Op.Hours: 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM

Cld.Days: Mondays (open on public holidays, closed the following weekday)

Fee: ¥400 for adults, ¥200 for high school and university students, free for junior high school students and younger

INFO: Photography permitted inside (flash photography prohibited)

HP: https://withsasayama.jp/rekishi/

Overview

The Sasayama City History Museum, located in Sasayama City, Hyogo Prefecture, showcases the history and culture of Sasayama, a former castle town. The museum features a collection centered around the possessions of the Aoyama family, former lords of Sasayama Castle. Highlights include weaponry, lacquerware, paintings, maki-e (lacquer sprinkled with gold or other materials), and exquisite examples of Ojiyama-yaki, produced at a kiln that served the Sasayama domain. These artifacts offer a glimpse into the bustling atmosphere of the former castle town and the rich culture of Tanba Sasayama. The museum's main building is a remarkable historical structure: the relocated Sasayama District Court, Japan's oldest wooden courthouse, completed in 1891. Moved using a specialized house-moving technique and rotated 90 degrees, this building is a must-see. The museum also includes exhibits detailing the history of the Sasayama domain and the lives of its people. The Sasayama City History Museum is a must-visit destination when exploring Tanba Sasayama. It's enjoyable for everyone, not just history buffs. Combine your visit with a stroll through the ruins of Sasayama Castle and the charming castle town.

Sasayama City History Museum

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