Akita Prefectural Museum

The Akita Prefectural Museum is a regional museum in the city of Akita that presents diverse objects related to local history across six exhibition halls. Its collections include archaeological finds, local history documents, folk artifacts, and traditional crafts from the region.

The museum was founded in 1975 as an institution to preserve and present regional cultural heritage. Since then it has become the central place where the history and development of Akita are safeguarded and shared with the public.

The museum displays works by local artists and presents craft traditions that have been maintained in the region for generations. Visitors can see how these artistic practices have shaped daily life and community identity in Akita.

The museum is located within a park with lagoons and a Japanese garden, making it easy to combine a visit with a walk through the surrounding grounds. It is helpful to check opening hours beforehand, as they vary depending on the season.

The museum houses specialized collections such as the Sugae Masumi Exhibition Center, which is dedicated to the works of a notable local scholar. These rare exhibitions offer insights into perspectives that are rarely found elsewhere.

Location: Akita

Architects: Yasui Architects & Engineers

Official opening: May 5, 1975

Operator: 秋田県

Address: 秋田県秋田市金足鳰崎字後山52

Opening Hours: April-October: Tuesday-Sunday 09:30-16:30; November-March: Tuesday-Sunday 09:30-16:00

Phone: +81188734121

Email: info@akihaku.jp

Website: https://akihaku.jp

GPS coordinates: 39.81722,140.06611

Latest update: December 12, 2025 17:43