Tajima Kokufu and Kokubunji Hall

The museum is a modern building in Toyooka displaying artifacts from the Jomon period through the Meiji era. Its collection includes excavated pottery, jewelry, and other items recovered from different periods of Japanese history.

The museum sits near ruins of a temple founded in 741 when an imperial decree ordered Buddhist temples built across the provinces. This site was an important religious center for the region at that time.

The exhibitions feature pottery and burial figures from different periods, showing how people lived and worked across centuries. These objects reveal details about daily life and beliefs of the time.

The site is easy to reach and allows visitors time to explore the collections at their own pace. It helps to check opening hours in advance before visiting, as schedules can vary.

Visitors can participate in hands-on activities creating replicas of ancient pottery and jewelry using traditional methods. This hands-on experience offers insight into the craftsmanship of people from earlier times.

Location: Toyooka

Inception: 2005

Architects: Akira Kuryu

Official opening: March 26, 2005

Accessibility: Wheelchair limited access

Operator: 豊岡市

Address: 兵庫県豊岡市日高町祢布808

Opening Hours: Thursday-Tuesday 09:00-17:00

Phone: +810796426111

Website: https://www3.city.toyooka.lg.jp/kokubunjikan

GPS coordinates: 35.46972,134.76747

Latest update: December 14, 2025 14:24