Azuchi Castle Museum, the "House of Nobunaga"

The Azuchi Castle Museum features a detailed 1/20 scale model of the original castle, which separates into two parts for interior viewing.

The museum documents the life of feudal lord Oda Nobunaga and his significant Azuchi Castle, constructed between 1576 and 1579 near Lake Biwa.

The exhibits present medieval artifacts, including samurai armor replicas, washi paper dolls, and ceramic panels depicting historical Japanese events.

The museum facility includes a souvenir shop with postcards and figurines, plus a cafeteria serving basic meals near JR Azuchi Station.

The museum centerpiece contains a mechanical model that splits apart, revealing intricate interior details across multiple floors of the historical structure.

Location: Omihachiman

Address: 800 [[Azuchi]]-cho-Kuwanomi-ji

Website: http://bungei.or.jp/publics/index/74/e.jp/nobu

GPS coordinates: 35.14875,136.14797

Latest update: May 12, 2025 05:06