Wajū no Sato, Heritage museum in Kuwana, Japan.
Description
Wajū no Sato is a museum in Kuwana dedicated to the region's history and traditions. The exhibitions showcase regional industry, local flood management systems, and various historical objects from daily life.
History
The museum was founded in 1993 to preserve the traditions and heritage of Nagashima town. It documents how the region dealt with flooding over many decades and how these challenges shaped people's lives.
Culture
The museum displays crafts and skills that were once central to daily life in the region. Visitors see firsthand how people worked with their hands before machines changed everything.
Practical
Visit in the morning or early afternoon when natural light is good and you have time to explore all the galleries. There is an adjacent park and working farm, so wear comfortable shoes and allow time for a walk outside.
Did you know?
The site combines a museum with a working farm where seasonal harvesting takes place. Visitors can learn history and also experience firsthand how people once worked the land.
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