Ōita Prefectural Museum of History, Historical museum in Usa City, Japan.
The Ōita Prefectural Museum of History is a regional museum in Ōita that houses artifacts, documents, and artwork spanning different periods. The building contains permanent exhibitions and rotating displays organized across multiple gallery spaces.
The museum was established in 1998 and holds archaeological discoveries and historical records that document how the Ōita region developed over time. Its collections trace the area's transformation from ancient times to the present day.
The museum displays a full-scale reproduction of Fukiji Temple's main hall, helping visitors understand how the structure looked 800 years ago. This reconstruction shows the architectural style and building techniques of that era.
The museum sits near the Kunisaki Peninsula and is open daily except Mondays. The entrance fee is affordable and the location is accessible to visitors.
The museum grounds contain a park with ancient tombs that connects the outdoor space to the indoor collections. Inside, visitors can study replicas of the Usuki and Kumano Magaibutsu Stone Buddhas, which are difficult to examine in their original cliff locations.
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