Iyeyasu and Mikawa Bushi Museum

The Iyeyasu and Mikawa Bushi Museum is a history museum located within Okazaki Park that focuses on the Tokugawa shogunate period. The collection includes samurai armor, weapons, and historical documents from this era.

The museum was established in 1982 to preserve the legacy of Tokugawa Ieyasu, founder of the Tokugawa shogunate, who was born in the Mikawa region. The collection traces how this region shaped his early life and influenced his rise to power.

The museum showcases the connection between Ieyasu and the warriors of the Mikawa region through displays that document their way of life. Visitors can see how these fighters lived and what mattered to their communities.

The museum is located within Okazaki Park grounds, making it convenient to combine with other attractions in the area. Visitors should plan for enough time to explore the exhibits and all sections of the collection thoroughly.

The museum allows visitors to try on authentic samurai armor, creating a direct physical connection with the warrior tradition. This hands-on experience helps people grasp what combat readiness actually felt like during that period.

Location: Kōsei-chō

Official opening: November 3, 1982

Website: https://okazaki-kanko.jp/okazaki-park/feature/ieyasukan/top

GPS coordinates: 34.95773,137.15883

Latest update: December 12, 2025 09:02