Okayama Prefectural Museum facts for kids
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Okayama Prefectural Museum, July 2016
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| Established | August 1971 |
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| Location | 1-5 Korakuen, Kita-ku, Okayama-shi, Okayama, Japan |
Okayama Prefectural Museum (岡山県立博物館, Okayama kenritsu hakubutsukan) is a special museum located in Kita-ku, Okayama, Japan. It was opened in August 1971. This museum was created to keep and show important items from the Okayama area. These items tell the story of the region from very old times up to today. It's a great place to learn about Japanese history and culture.
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Discovering Okayama's Past
The Okayama Prefectural Museum is like a time capsule. It holds many amazing artifacts that teach us about the people who lived in Okayama long ago. You can see things from ancient times, even before written history. You can also find items from more recent periods.
Amazing Treasures to See
The museum is home to some truly special items. These are so important that they have been given special titles.
The Red Armor: A National Treasure
One of the most famous items is a suit of armor called yoroi. This armor is from the 12th century. It is very unique because it has red laces holding its parts together. This type of armor is called "red-laced."
Even though old papers talk about red-dyed armor laces, this suit is the only one known to still exist. It is considered a National Treasure of Japan. This means it is one of the most important cultural items in the entire country.
Important Swords: Tachi Blades
The museum also has two very important swords. These swords are called tachi. One of these tachi swords is a National Important Cultural Property. This means it is highly valued across Japan.
The other tachi sword is an Important Cultural Property of Okayama Prefecture. This shows its great importance to the local area. These swords are beautiful examples of ancient Japanese craftsmanship.
See also
- Prefectural museum
