Tokyo Metropolitan Archaeological Center, Archaeological museum and research center in Ochiai, Japan
The Tokyo Metropolitan Archaeological Center is a museum in Ochiai that preserves and displays finds from excavations across different periods of history. Here visitors encounter stone tools, pottery, house remains, and other objects recovered from thousands of years of regional settlement.
The center was established in 1980 and focuses on researching archaeological sites within the Tama New Town region. It documents human settlement spanning from the earliest known times through to the modern era.
The center shows how people lived and worked through different ages, from the earliest times to recent centuries. The displayed objects reveal what people used, how they built their homes, and what mattered to their daily lives.
The museum is open daily to all visitors and features barrier-free access with wheelchair-friendly areas and family facilities. The exhibition layout is straightforward, allowing visitors to explore the collections at a comfortable pace.
The outdoor grounds feature reconstructed Jomon period dwellings that show how people actually lived thousands of years ago. These walkable structures provide a direct experience of ancient living conditions that complements the excavated finds on display.
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