Ōita City Historical Museum

The Ōita City Historical Museum is a history museum in Ōita displaying artifacts, documents, and photographs from different periods of the region's past. The collections show the area's development through everyday objects, archaeological findings, and traditional tools from earlier times.

The museum was established in 1987 and began collecting local archaeological findings and historical records. Its holdings document how Ōita transformed from ancient times to the present and the various cultural and historical influences that shaped the region.

The exhibition displays reconstructions of Fukiji Temple's main hall and replicas of the Usuki Stone Buddhas, reflecting the region's spiritual traditions. Visitors encounter these religious elements that have held meaning for local communities across generations.

The museum is open daily and located in central Ōita, making it easy to reach. Visitors should plan adequate time to explore the various exhibition areas and reconstructions throughout the building.

The museum maintains a research center supporting academic studies of local history and manages extensive archives with materials from the region. These research resources provide deeper insights into Ōita's past that extend beyond what the public exhibitions show.

Location: Oita

Official opening: April 15, 1987

Address: 大分県大分市大字国分960-1

Website: https://city.oita.oita.jp/bunkasports/rekishi/shiryokan

GPS coordinates: 33.19527,131.55291

Latest update: December 14, 2025 16:43