Otsu City Museum of History

The Otsu City Museum of History is a history museum in the city that displays artifacts, documents, and objects from the local region. The exhibitions include video productions and recreations that help bring the past to life.

The museum was founded in 1990 and focuses on researching and preserving materials that document Otsu's development over centuries. This collection covers different time periods of the city's history.

The museum displays objects that show how daily life evolved in Otsu across different eras and how the city has kept its local traditions alive. Visitors can see how people's way of living here changed over time.

The museum sits within walking distance from Otsu-Kyo Station and provides enough parking space for visitors who arrive by car. Before visiting, check which days and times the museum is open.

The museum operates a special reading room where visitors and researchers can view original manuscripts and historical documents directly. This is a chance to explore genuine historical sources firsthand.

Location: Otsu

Official opening: October 28, 1990

Address: 滋賀県大津市御陵町2-2

Website: https://rekihaku.otsu.shiga.jp

GPS coordinates: 35.01545,135.85284

Latest update: December 14, 2025 09:41