Setagaya Local History Museum

Established in 1964, the Setagaya Local History Museum isn’t just any museum. It’s Tokyo’s oldest public local history museum. The Setagaya Local History Museum stands on the grounds of the Setagaya Daikan Yashiki. This location adds another layer of historical significance to the museum. The museum’s collection goes beyond Setagaya Ward, encompassing materials related to the ward’s history from other areas. Inside the Setagaya Local History Museum, you’ll find a standing exhibition. It showcases the history and culture of Setagaya Ward. There’s also a video booth. Here you can delve deeper into the ward’s story through captivating videos. Beyond exhibitions, the museum offers history classes, both indoors and outdoors, for Setagaya residents. The Setagaya Local History Museum also shares its grounds with the Setagaya Daikan Yashiki, a national important cultural property. This residence boasts a main building and front gate. Both feature thatched and hip roofs, preserving the look of a typical upper-class house from medieval to early modern times. So, when you visit the Setagaya Local History Museum, you’re stepping into a place where history comes alive. You can explore the past through exhibitions and videos. And you can connect with the community through educational programs.