Fukuyama Museum of Literature

The Fukuyama Museum of Literature is a literary institution located within Fukuyama Castle grounds in Hiroshima Prefecture. It houses manuscripts, books, and photographs that document regional writing and cultural contributions to Japanese literature.

The museum opened in 1999 and occupies grounds that have housed a castle since the 1600s. This location connects modern literary collections to the historical heart of the city.

The museum displays works by local authors and shows how writing shaped regional identity over time. You can see how these literary voices connected to the lives and concerns of people in this area.

The museum is within walking distance from Fukuyama Station and easy to access from the city center. Plan to spend a couple of hours here, especially if you want to explore the castle grounds and other attractions nearby.

The building shares space with a museum focused on human rights and peace, linking literature to social issues. This pairing lets visitors explore different perspectives on history and society within a single location.

Location: Fukuyama

Architects: Nikken Sekkei

Official opening: April 1999

Address: 〒720-0061　広島県福山市丸之内1-9-9

Website: https://city.fukuyama.hiroshima.jp/site/bungakukan

GPS coordinates: 34.49247,133.35842

Latest update: December 14, 2025 17:03