Moraes Memorial Museum, Biographical museum on Mount Bizan, Tokushima, Japan
The Moraes Memorial Museum contains personal belongings, photographs, and a reconstructed study that belonged to Portuguese writer Wenceslau de Moraes.
Founded in 1976, this museum commemorates Wenceslau de Moraes, a Portuguese naval officer who settled in Japan and documented Japanese society from 1899 to 1929.
The museum displays artifacts highlighting the connection between Portuguese and Japanese cultures through the perspective of Wenceslau de Moraes's literary works.
Located at the summit of Mount Bizan, visitors can access the museum through a combination of local transportation and a short walk from central Tokushima.
The museum features original manuscripts of Moraes's observations about Japanese society, including his famous work 'O Culto do Chá' about tea ceremonies.
Inception: July 1, 1976
GPS coordinates: 34.06711,134.53775
Latest update: March 7, 2025 04:17
Bizan Ropeway
755 m
Awa Odori Kaikan
739 m
Zuiganji
599 m
Bizan Park
374 m
Kyōdai-ji
881 m
観音寺 (徳島市勢見町)
925 m
Former Takahara Building
1.1 km
Ganshō-ji (Tokushima)
795 m
Awa Gin Plaza
924 m
Seisui-ji
1 km
竹林院 (徳島市)
751 m
般若院 (德島市)
810 m
Kōsen-ji
791 m
臨江寺
964 m
東光寺
881 m
善福寺 (徳島市)
796 m
Shiraito Falls
721 m
円徳寺
938 m
潮音寺
729 m
Tōshū-in
787 m
本行寺
774 m
Taki-yakushi
749 m
雲水庵
951 m
源久寺
763 m
還国寺
864 m
安住寺
817 m
壽量寺
834 m
Peace Memorial Pagoda
31 mVisited this place? Tap the stars to rate it and share your experience / photos with the community! Try now! You can cancel it anytime.
Discover hidden gems everywhere you go!
From secret cafés to breathtaking viewpoints, skip the crowded tourist spots and find places that match your style. Our app makes it easy with voice search, smart filtering, route optimization, and insider tips from travelers worldwide. Download now for the complete mobile experience.
A unique approach to discovering new places❞
— Le Figaro
All the places worth exploring❞
— France Info
A tailor-made excursion in just a few clicks❞
— 20 Minutes