Asuka Historical Museum, Asuka

Name: Asuka Historical Museum
Address: 601 Okuyama, Asuka, 634-0102, Japan
Telephone: +81 744-54-3561

#7 among attractions in Asuka

Top attraction, Museum, History museum, Archaeological museum

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The Asuka Historical Museum is a historical museum in Okuyama, Asuka, Nara Prefecture, Japan. The museum was founded in 1975 and is a unit of the Nara National Research Institute for Cultural Properties. ()

Local name: 飛鳥資料館 Established: 1975 (49 years ago)Coordinates: 34°29'3"N, 135°49'30"E

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601 OkuyamaAsuka 634-0102 Japan

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+81 744-54-3561

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Asuka Historical Museum – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Asuka Historical Museum open?

Asuka Historical Museum is open:

Monday closed
Tuesday 9 am - 4:30 pm
Wednesday 9 am - 4:30 pm
Thursday 9 am - 4:30 pm
Friday 9 am - 4:30 pm
Saturday 9 am - 4:30 pm
Sunday 9 am - 4:30 pm

Which popular attractions are close to Asuka Historical Museum?

Nearby attractions include Yamada-dera, Kashihara (8 min walk), Asuka-dera, Asuka (13 min walk), Nara Prefecture Complex of Man'yo Culture, Asuka (14 min walk), Kōgen-ji, Asuka (18 min walk).