Hyōgo Prefectural Museum of Archaeology
A regional repository of archaeological treasures, this museum houses significant finds spanning Hyōgo Prefecture’s ancient past, from kofun burial mounds to pottery assemblages recognized as Important Cultural Properties.
At a glance
Located in Harima next to the Ōnaka Site, the museum opened in 2007 to preserve and interpret the prefecture’s archaeological heritage. Its collection encompasses artefacts from across Hyōgo, reflecting millennia of human settlement and cultural development in the Kansai region.
History
Established in 2007, the museum was built adjacent to the Ōnaka archaeological site, positioning it as both repository and research center. This location underscores the institution’s role in ongoing excavation and documentation of the prefecture’s material past.
What you see
The museum’s galleries present carefully curated assemblages from key archaeological sites across Hyōgo. Two collections carry the designation of Important Cultural Properties: artefacts from Ikeda Kofun in Asago, a kofun or ancient burial mound, and finds from Miidani No.2 Tumulus in Yabu. Additional objects receive recognition as Prefectural Tangible Cultural Properties, reflecting local significance.
Cultural significance
The museum serves as a primary institution for understanding Hyōgo’s pre-modern societies through archaeology. By centralizing finds from across the prefecture—particularly from elite burial sites like kofun—it illuminates patterns of settlement, ritual practice, and cultural exchange in ancient Japan.
Key facts
- Country: Japan
- Location: Harima, Hyōgo Prefecture
- Opened: 2007
- Coordinates: 34.725544, 134.877539
- Notable collections: Ikeda Kofun assemblage (Important Cultural Property); Miidani No.2 Tumulus assemblage (Important Cultural Property)
Practical information & getting there
The museum sits adjacent to the Ōnaka archaeological site in Harima. For current hours, admission fees, and transport options from nearby rail stations, consult the museum’s official website or contact them directly before planning your visit.
Sources & resources
Find it on the map
See this place and what’s around it →📷 Diventa un fotografo di Cultural Heritage Online
Condividi le tue foto dei luoghi: restano pubblicate con la tua firma come autore. Più vengono viste, più ti fai conoscere — e presto un concorso premierà le foto più apprezzate.
Accedi o registrati gratis per aggiungere una fotoDo you manage this place?
This page is read by travellers and heritage enthusiasts who find it on Google. Keep it accurate — and make it work for you. Free for non-profit heritage institutions.