Myousen-ji Kuri Local History Museum

Overview

Myousen-ji is a Soto Zen Buddhist temple located in the Ogimachi district of Shirakawa-go, serving as the central place of worship for the village's residents. The kuri (priest's residence), built during the Meiji period, is now open to the public as a local history museum. It's a valuable resource for learning about Shirakawa-go's history and culture. The museum houses materials related to the lives and history of Shirakawa-go's people, as well as materials on "Shirakawa-go Geinou," the village's traditional performing arts. Shirakawa-go Geinou has been handed down through generations by the village's residents and its history is said to stretch back to the Muromachi period. Deeply connected to the lives of Shirakawa-go's inhabitants, Shirakawa-go Geinou is symbolic of the village's culture. At Myousen-ji Kuri Local History Museum, you can experience the beauty of Shirakawa-go's traditional performing arts through its exhibits. When visiting Shirakawa-go, be sure to stop by Myousen-ji Kuri Local History Museum to immerse yourself in the region's rich history and culture.