The Date Museum (ˆÉ’B”Ž•¨ŠÙ, Date Hakubutsukan) commemorates the Date Clan, who ruled over Uwajima for more than 250 years during the Edo Period (1603-1868). The first lord of Uwajima was Date Hidemune, who hailed from the main branch of the Date family based in Sendai. Uwajima grew and prospered under the rule of generations of lords from the Date Clan.
The museum exhibits many artifacts and belongings of the Date family, such as weapons, scroll paintings, family crests, writings and daily-used items. It showcases a sizable collection of beautiful folding screens (byobu) that bear precious paintings. Maps depicting Uwajima in the past enable visitors to see how the castle town has been reshaped over the years. In particular, the waterfront west of the city has changed quite dramatically as a result of land reclamation.
Getting there and around
Located close to Tenshaen Garden, the Date Museum can be reached in a 20-30 minute walk from Uwajima Station. Alternatively, Uwajima Bus operates hourly buses between the station and Tenshaen-mae bus stop (“VŽÍ‰€‘O, 10 minutes, 160 yen one way), which is situated a few steps from the museum.
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Hours and Fees
Hours
Closed
December 29 to January 3
Admission
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