Shiga Prefectural Azuchi Castle Archaeological Museum

The Shiga Prefectural Azuchi Castle Archaeological Museum is an archaeological museum in Omihachiman that displays findings from the medieval castle Azuchi. The collections include ancient pottery, coins, and structural remains from that period.

Azuchi Castle served as a residence for the powerful daimyo Oda Nobunaga in the 16th century and was central to his rule during that time. The museum was established in 1992 to make these archaeological treasures accessible to the public.

The building's design by Nihon Sekkei blends European church architecture, reflecting Oda Nobunaga's fascination with Western ideas during his reign. You can see this influence directly in the structure as you walk through the galleries.

The museum sits roughly 25 minutes on foot from Azuchi Station and is open Tuesday through Sunday. Admission for adults is 500 yen, with reduced rates available for students and seniors.

The museum holds two permanent galleries dedicated to Yayoi period discoveries and the development of medieval fortification techniques in the Omi region. These collections reveal how defensive architecture and engineering evolved across centuries.

Location: Omihachiman

Inception: 1992

Architects: Nihon Sekkei

Official opening: November 1, 1992

Address: 滋賀県近江八幡市安土町下豊浦6678

Opening Hours: Tuesday-Sunday 09:00-17:00

Website: http://azuchi-museum.or.jp

GPS coordinates: 35.15000,136.14778

Latest update: December 11, 2025 18:06