Matsura Historical Museum

Matsura Historical Museum (松浦史料博物館) is a history museum located in Hirado City, Nagasaki Prefecture, Japan. The museum was opened in 1955 and is housed in the Tsurugamine Residence, a former private residence of the Matsura clan built in 1893 and designated as an Important Cultural Property of Japan.

The museum is dedicated to preserving and showcasing the history and culture of the Matsura Clan, a powerful feudal clan that ruled the Hirado area for over 700 years and played a significant role in Japan’s history, including trade with the West and the spread of Christianity.

The museum’s collection includes a wide range of artifacts, documents, and other historical items related to the Matsura Clan and their contributions to the development of Hirado and Nagasaki Prefecture. Some of the highlights of the collection include samurai armor and weapons, traditional clothing, ceramics and pottery, maps, paintings, Noh masks and costumes, and other artifacts that offer a glimpse into the lives of the Matsura family and the people of Hirado.

In addition to the exhibits, the museum also offers various educational programs and events, such as lectures, workshops, and demonstrations of traditional crafts and skills.

Visitors can also explore nearby historical attractions, such as Hirado Castle and the Hirado Dutch Trading Post.

Getting there

By Bus

• About 5 minutes walk from Hirado Sanbashi Bus Terminal

By Car

• Parking available (8 spaces)

Details

Hours	8:30 AM – 5:30 PM
Admission	Adults: 600 yen Elementary school to high school students: 350 yen
Phone	+81 950-22-2236
Address	12 Kagamigawacho, Hirado, Nagasaki 859-5152
Official Website	http://www.matsura.or.jp/en/home-2/