Dewa Sanzan History Museum

The Dewa Sanzan Historical Museum in Tsuruoka City displays valuable items that convey the culture of syncretism between Shinto and Buddhism that flourished during the Shugendo period. The highlights include over 190 designated important cultural properties of bronze mirrors excavated from Mount Haguro, which was a medieval spiritual site, colorful Buddhist statues, and masterpieces such as the famous sword Tsukiyama. Whether you love history or not, once you visit, you will be drawn into its profoundness without a doubt!

The Dewa Sanzan Historical Museum is a place where you can experience Japan's beliefs and culture from the Shugendo period of syncretism between Shinto and Buddhism to the present day. There is a wealth of exhibits with items of great value, such as important cultural properties and materials related to Dewa Sanzan. In addition, at the booth introducing the history of Dewa Sanzan, which has lasted for over 1400 years and its rebirth, you can enjoy video theaters and photo panels. Please take this opportunity to visit!

The Dewa Sanzan Historical Museum has a mysterious storage room where cultural assets related to Dewa Sanzan and materials related to Shugendo are preserved and exhibited. In particular, more than 190 copper mirrors unearthed from the Mt. Haguro's "Mitarai Pond" are designated as important cultural properties and are called "Haguro mirrors". The exhibition of over 120 mirrors at all times is unparalleled. Why not feel the faith and history that have been passed down in Japan in this mysterious space?

The Dewa Sanzan Historical Museum in Tsuruoka City is a facility with many stairs that can contribute to promoting health. It houses a wealth of items from the Shugendo period, with a notable collection of over 190 important cultural properties, including the Haguro mirror. You can also experience the intersection of the past and present in this historic building that has been around since 1915. Why not refresh your mind and body with the charming exhibits?

The Dewa Sanzan Historical Museum displays the culture and history from the Shugendo period of syncretism between Shinto and Buddhism to the present day. Of particular note is the Haguro mirror, which has been designated as an important cultural property on over 190 surfaces. There are also numerous other materials that allow you to catch a glimpse of the profound world of faith. Why not reaffirm your identity as a Japanese person at this place that has been around since its establishment in 1915?