Directory of Japan Resources

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This category lists sites which present the history of an era or region through collections in museums composed of historic artifacts located in Japan.

Resources in This Category

• Asuka Historical Museum

  http://www.asukanet.gr.jp/asukahome/
  History and art of Asuka, the first Japanese capital in 7th century. [Japanese and English].

• Edo-Tokyo Museum

  http://www.edo-tokyo-museum.or.jp/english/
  A place to learn more about Tokyo’s history and culture, including special exhibitions, lectures, an Audio-Visual Hall, the Audio Visual Library, and a library.

• Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum

  http://www.pcf.city.hiroshima.jp/
  Includes a virtual tour, photographs and artifacts, basic principle of the bomb, dropping of the bomb, and the effects of the bomb. [Japanese/English]

• Katsushika City Museum

  http://www.museum.city.katsushika.lg.jp/
  Features local history and astronomy. Includes hours, calendar of events, links, photos, admission fees and directions. Located in Tokyo.

• Lake Biwa Museum

  http://www.lbm.go.jp/english/
  Exhibits cultural and natural history of the region, including the research on the historical relationship of man and lake habitats. Includes staff members, hours, admission fees, facilities, links, directions. [Japanese and English].

• National Museum of Japanese History

  http://www.rekihaku.ac.jp/
  Features prehistoric periods to modern times. Includes photo galleries, calendar of events, hours and directions. Located in Sakura City, Chiba. [Japanese and English].

• Niigata Prefectural Museum of History

  http://www.dil2.sakura.ne.jp/eng/index.php/en/
  A place to learn about the anthropology, archaeology, folklore, and history of Niigata prefecture, includes exhibits, activities, publications, news, and links.

• The Currency Museum

  http://www.imes.boj.or.jp/cm/english/index.html
  Features currency, coins, photographs, maps and other historical materials. Includes hours, directions and free admission. Located in Tokyo.

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