Location: Nara Prefecture
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10 History Museums in Nara Prefecture That You Shouldn't Miss
Nara Prefecture (奈良県, Nara-ken) is a prefecture in the Kansai region of Japan. The capital is the city of Nara. Nara Prefecture has the distinction of having more UNESCO World Heritage Listings than any other prefecture.
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1. Nara National Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 481 reviews
Reviewed By scottofhawaii - Honolulu, United States
I would say visiting this museum is equal to or more in significance than seeing Todaiji - the premier attraction in Nara. Todaji's got size and fame, but you're gonna see a wide variety of Buddhist treasures here. Magnificent statues, sculptures, reliefs, and whatnot pepper both buildings where you can spend quite a few hours viewing the exhibits and reading the excellent English descriptions most of them have. One special exhibition that I thought was fun was Buddhist art that involved images of animals. There were lots of informational signs here too in English with animal cartoon characters that I thought would be funny for the kids. I liked coming here a lot and am glad I didn't skip it. You shouldn't either.
2. Kofuku-ji Temple National Treasure Hall
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 156 reviews
Reviewed By WarnerL_12 - Pasadena, United States
There is so much going on at Kofuku-ji; so many things to see. I enjoyed the temple as much as the other structures at the complex.
3. Kitora Tomb Hekiga Taikenkan Shijin no Yakata
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 66 reviews
Kitora Tumulus(special historic site)was built between the end of the7th century to the beginning of the 8th century, and is a tumulus that has a stone chamber that uniquely displays mural paintings drawn in the style of continental Asia. Thus far, the mound, stone chamber, and mural paintings of the tumulus have been studied in detail, and repair work has been applied for their preservation. The Kitora Tumulus Mural Experiential Museum Shijin no Yakata is a hands-on facility where visitors can learn about Kitora Tumulus and its mural paintings in an easy-to-understand, enjoyable manner. It also provides an introduction to the Ancient Asuka period, when Kitora Tumulus was built.
Reviewed By MichcaM - Reading, United Kingdom
This new free exhibition centre is well planned. You can download a free app on your phone using free WiFi there which is very informative. It covers the paintings, astrological chart & Chinese horoscope found in the stimuli, both the history & the techniques to save them. Allow 1-2 hours. There is a small cafe & shop. The park also covers the farming life in the same period as the tomb & the introduction of rice to japan. All really good
4. Nara Buddhist Sculpture Hall & Ritual Bronzes Gallery
5. Naramachi Museum
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 65 reviews
Naramachi Museum exhibits various tools, signboards and other items used in the Edo and Meiji Periods. The owner of this museum is Mr. Tetsuro Minami, whose ancestor started mosquito net manufacturing business in 1907 in Naramachi. Many of the exhibited items were found in the old storehouse of his family or in their neighbors’ and friends’ houses. He and his father collected them with great care and efforts. They have altered part of their private residence to exhibit their collections. The museum is open to the public for free.
6. Asuka Historical Museum
7. The Museum, Archaeological Institute of Kashihara, Nara Prefecture
8. Sanjogadake History Museum
9. Imai Skyline Exchange Center Hanairaka
10. Totsukawamura Rekishi Minzoku Shiryokan
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