Nara Prefectural Museum of Folklore

The Nara Prefectural Museum of Folklore occupies 26.6 hectares at the base of Yata Hills, combining indoor exhibitions with an outdoor folk park.

Opening its doors in November 1974, this institution preserves over forty-two thousand objects from the Edo period through the mid-Shōwa era.

The museum collection contains 1,908 forestry-related items from the Yoshino District, which received designation as an Important Cultural Property.

Foreign visitors receive free admission upon presenting their passport or Alien Registration card at the entrance of the museum.

Fifteen authentic Edo-period houses, including the Former Usui Family Residence, stand relocated from various parts of Nara Prefecture in the outdoor park.

Location: Yamatokoriyama

Inception: 1974

Official opening: November 10, 1974

Address: 奈良県大和郡山市矢田町545番地 大和民俗公園内 639-1058 639-1058

Website: https://pref.nara.jp/1508.htm

GPS coordinates: 34.65298,135.75411

Latest update: May 12, 2025 07:06