Verified [Verified] denotes information that has been published with confirmation of its owing parties.
Tottori City Historical Museum Yamabiko-kan
Explore the history and culture of Tottori from ancient times to the present.
This museum introduces the history and culture of Tottori City. Easily accessible from JR Tottori Station by the 100-yen loop bus, it draws many local residents and tourists throughout the year.
A highlight of the permanent exhibition room is how it presents the history of Tottori City from the Jomon period to the present day in a systematic, easy-to-understand way. On display are earthenware excavated from archaeological sites, important documents from the Sengoku period, and materials from the Edo period.
There is also plenty to see, including a diorama recreating the troop formations during Hashiba Hideyoshi's attack on Tottori Castle and a mini theater that explains an overview of the city's history along with cultural properties and famous places. For international visitors, a free audio guide is also available in three languages: English, Chinese, and Korean.
You can also enjoy special and themed exhibitions held several times a year, as well as shopping at the museum shop, which carries original goods.
Highlights
-
Learn about the history of Tottori City in a systematic way, from the Jomon period to the present day.
-
Many impressive exhibits, including a diorama recreating the troop formations during the attack on Tottori Castle and a mini theater.
-
A wide variety of valuable historical materials are on display, including artifacts excavated from archaeological sites and old documents.
-
Easy to access from JR Tottori Station, making it a convenient stop while sightseeing.
-
Additional services such as multilingual audio guides and a museum shop are also worth noting.
Photos
-
A mini theater introducing an overview of the city's history
-
Valuable earthenware excavated from archaeological sites
-
A diorama recreating the troop formations during the attack on Tottori Castle
-
Materials from the Edo period are also on display
-
Multilingual pen-shaped audio guides are available to borrow free of charge
-
A museum shop carrying original goods
Official FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions have been vetted and answered directly by each listing.
Q
Is free Wi-Fi available in the area?
A
Yes, it is.
Q
Are there coin lockers?
A
Yes, there are.
Q
Is re-entry allowed?
A
Yes, it is.
Q
Is there a smoking area?
A
No, there is not.
Q
Are there any tourist attractions nearby?
A
Yes. (Tottori Toshogu Shrine)
Reviews
Details
- Name in Japanese
- 鳥取市歴史博物館 やまびこ館
- Postal Code
- 680-0015
- Address
- 88 Uemachi, Tottori City, Tottori
- Phone
- 0857-23-2140
- Closed on
- Mondays (open on national holidays, closed the following Tuesday), plus Approx. 3 temporary closure days per year for facility maintenance
- Hours
- 9:00am–5:00pm (Last admission at 4:30pm)
- Admission
- Permanent and themed exhibitions: 300 yen for adults, special exhibitions: 500 yen for adults (free for high school students and younger, and visitors age 70 and over)
- Access
- Take the 100-yen loop bus, Kururi Red Route, and walk a short distance from the “Ochidani Park / Yamabiko-kan-mae” bus stop
- Credit Cards
- Accepted
- Official website
- Official website (Japanese)
Popular Articles