Minato City Local History Museum, Local history museum in Shirokanedai, Japan
Minato City Local History Museum is a municipal museum in Shirokanedai that displays materials documenting the area's past. Inside are documents, Jomon pottery, woodblock prints, and everyday objects discovered during excavations within Minato City.
The building was constructed in 1938 following designs by architect Yoshikazu Uchida and originally functioned as a public health institute. It was converted into a local history museum in 2018.
The neighborhood name Shirokanedai comes from silver refining that once took place here, a legacy visible in how locals recall their area's artisan past. This connection to metalwork remains part of how residents understand their community's roots.
The museum sits one minute walk from Shirokanedai Station, making it easy to reach from the train line. Visiting hours vary depending on the day of the week, so check before going to plan your time accordingly.
A special room invites visitors to hold and touch whale bones and Jomon pottery directly in their hands. This rare chance to handle actual archaeological objects makes the museum experience feel immediate and personal.
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