Toyama Tateyama Museum

Overview

The Toyama Tateyama Museum is a widely dispersed prefectural museum located in Ashiyuji, Tateyama-machi, Nakaniikawa-gun, Toyama Prefecture. You can explore and experience the culture, folklore, and nature of Tateyama, including the Tateyama faith. The Tateyama faith has been deeply intertwined with people's lives since ancient times. The museum introduces its history and culture through various exhibitions. In the exhibition hall, you can see various materials and exhibits related to the Tateyama faith, including its origins, evolution, syncretism of Shinto and Buddhism, and mountain worship. Tools and costumes used in the Tateyama faith are also on display, offering a glimpse into the practices of that time. Beyond the exhibition hall, the museum allows you to visit existing lodging temples (shuku-bo) and old folk houses. These buildings are invaluable resources for understanding the lifestyles and architectural styles of the past. Also, you can observe the Japanese serow, a Japanese national special natural monument, at the Japanese serow enclosure. The Toyama Tateyama Museum not only provides a deep understanding of the history and culture of the Tateyama faith but also offers a valuable opportunity to experience the nature and culture of Tateyama. Be sure to visit when you're in Toyama.