Genkō Historical Museum, Military and history museum in Higashi-kōen, Japan.
The Genkō Historical Museum is a history museum in Higashi-kōen focused on the Mongol invasions of Japan in the 13th century. The collection includes weapons, written records, replicas, and artifacts that document the country's medieval defensive strategy.
The museum was founded in 1986 to preserve and study the events of the Mongol attacks on Japan. These 13th-century invasions were decisive in shaping Japanese military strategy and society.
The museum reveals how the defense against Mongol forces shaped Japanese identity and continues to influence how locals understand their past. The displays show how these events became central to regional self-perception.
The museum is easily accessible and offers information materials in several languages for international visitors. Regular exhibitions allow you to explore the content at a comfortable pace.
The collection holds rare original maps and tactical documents showing the specific defense formations used against the Mongol fleet. These detailed sources provide insight into medieval warfare rarely visible elsewhere.
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