Stone Museum, Folk museum in Takamatsu, Japan
The Stone Museum is a folk museum in Takamatsu focused on stone carving heritage, with displays of traditional tools, artifacts, and large dioramas depicting the development of this craft. The collections show both techniques used and how stone work evolved in the region.
The museum was established in 1995 to preserve the heritage of Aji stone, high-quality granite quarried locally for hundreds of years. This foundation reflects efforts to document a long craft tradition central to the region.
Stone carving has shaped how people in this region work and create together. The displays show connections between local stone traditions and daily community life.
The museum is located in the Mure area of the city and operates during standard visiting hours. Galleries are easy to navigate, and activity spaces are arranged to guide visitors naturally through the collections.
The museum offers hands-on activities where visitors learn stone carving directly from local craftspeople. These direct experiences help people understand the skill and care behind the traditional work.
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