basic information

Fukushima Prefectural Museum has an extensive permanent exhibition that illustrates Japan's entire history, stretching from archaeological finds from the Jomon Period (300 BC) to artifacts of daily life in the 1950s. The building is big and spacious, allowing the museum to feature quite large and impressive displays.

In addition to the permanent exhibition, there is space devoted to hosting varying temporary exhibitions that pass through. The Fukushima Museum presents an interesting and informative survey of Japanese history and culture, as well as the particularities of Fukushima Prefecture. A thorough English pamphlet is available which explains most of the permanent exhibition.

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how to get there

Fukushima Prefectural Museum stands just outside the outer moats of Tsuruga Castle Park. The closest stop of the Aizu Loop Bus is "Tsurugajo Sannomaru" (20 minutes from Aizu-Wakamatsu Station) just outside the museum.

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hours and fees

Hours:	9:30 to 17:00 (admission until 16:30)
Closed:	Mondays (or Tuesday if Monday is a national holiday) Days following national holidays (except Saturdays and Sundays) December 28 to January 4 and June 24
Admission:	260 yen (permanent exhibition)

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