Overview
The Bizen Osafune Sword Museum is located in Osafune, Setouchi, Okayama Prefecture, and specializes in the display of Japanese swords. Its collection centers on Bizen swords produced in the former Bizen Province.
Highlights
- ●A museum dedicated specifically to Japanese swords
- ●Collection centers on Bizen swords made in the former Bizen Province
- ●Originally established as the Osafune Town Museum
- ●Renovated with an added workshop following a municipal merger
History
The museum opened in 1983 as the Osafune Town Museum. Following the merger of the towns of Osafune, Oku, and Ushimado, it was renovated in 2004 with an added workshop to become a museum dedicated specifically to Japanese swords.
Access
The museum is located in Osafune, Setouchi, Okayama Prefecture.
Best season
As an indoor exhibition facility, it can be visited year-round.
Map
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Suggested itinerary
- 1Arrive at the Bizen Osafune Sword Museum
- 2View the permanent exhibition centered on Bizen swords
- 3Visit the attached workshop
- 4Learn about the sword-making culture of the former Bizen Province
Did you know?
💡 The museum is located in Osafune, Setouchi, Okayama Prefecture, and its collection centers on Bizen swords produced in that area.
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