Hiratsuka City Museum

The Hiratsuka City Museum is a museum in Hiratsuka, Japan, focused on local archaeology, natural history, and the cultural heritage of the Sagami region. It displays objects that document the development of the city and Kanagawa Prefecture.

The museum was founded in 1976 from a desire to preserve the history and development of Hiratsuka and the surrounding region. Over the years, its collection grew to include extensive material about the area's past.

The exhibitions show how the Sagami region and its rivers shaped the way people lived across generations. Visitors see traditional objects and tools that reveal how closely the local community was tied to its natural surroundings.

The museum is located near the city center and is open to visitors from Tuesday through Sunday, with parking available. Visitors should plan enough time to explore the various exhibitions at a leisurely pace.

The museum focuses especially on the history of the Sagami River and its influence on the settlement and economic development of the region. This specialized collection offers insights that are rarely found in other museums in the area.

Location: Hiratsuka

Official opening: May 1, 1976

Address: 神奈川県平塚市浅間町12-41

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

Website: https://hirahaku.jp/english

GPS coordinates: 35.33705,139.34850

Latest update: December 14, 2025 14:25