Kōchi Prefectural Museum of History

The Kōchi Prefectural Museum of History holds regional artifacts, documents, and exhibitions that show how local civilization developed over time. The collections document different periods of regional history through objects and written records.

The museum was founded in 1991 on the former grounds of Okō Castle, which once served as a residence for the Chōsokabe clan. This location connects the institution to an important period of regional feudal history.

The exhibitions present items from both coastal and mountain regions, reflecting how different communities in Kōchi Prefecture developed their own traditions. Visitors can see how geography shaped the lives and practices of people living in different parts of the region.

The museum is open daily, making visits easy to plan at any time. Most visitors spend between two and three hours exploring the exhibitions at their own pace.

A special exhibition room focuses on the military strategies of Motochika Chōsokabe and shows approaches to warfare from Japan's feudal period. This detailed presentation helps visitors understand the complex power dynamics and military innovations of that era.

Location: Nankoku

Official opening: May 3, 1991

Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible

Address: 高知県南国市岡豊町八幡1099-1

Website: https://kochi-bunkazaidan.or.jp/~rekimin

GPS coordinates: 33.59604,133.62349

Latest update: December 13, 2025 12:21