Tanegashima Development Center (Firearm Museum)
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An Intensive Collection of Firearms
The museum showcases an amazing collection of over 100 firearms. On display, there is a matchlock gun that is the very first firearm that was introduced into Japan through Portugal. It also has a Tanegashima gun that is the first firearm made in Japan. In addition to the firearms, the museum displays the manufacturing method of firearms called katanakaji. You will witness the history of firearms.
(Source: Heart Beat Club Blog)
Comprehensive Displays of Tanegashima
In addition to the history of firearms, visitors can learn about fishing for flying fish, swordsmiths, traditional folk songs and dances in the Tanegashima Development Center. It is a popular facility where visitors can access all the information on Tanegashima. The museum has special exhibits throughout the year. You won't want to miss this place when you visit Tanegashima.
(Source: マーサのブログ)
Ancient Ruins
There are ancient ruins on the island where stone tools and pit dwellings were found. It displays valuable excavated articles that are designated as cultural assets.
(Source: MY DREAM鬼崎)
An Intensive Collection of Firearms
The museum showcases an amazing collection of over 100 firearms. On display, there is a matchlock gun that is the very first firearm that was introduced into Japan through Portugal. It also has a Tanegashima gun that is the first firearm made in Japan. In addition to the firearms, the museum displays the manufacturing method of firearms called katanakaji. You will witness the history of firearms.
(Source: Heart Beat Club Blog)
Comprehensive Displays of Tanegashima
In addition to the history of firearms, visitors can learn about fishing for flying fish, swordsmiths, traditional folk songs and dances in the Tanegashima Development Center. It is a popular facility where visitors can access all the information on Tanegashima. The museum has special exhibits throughout the year. You won't want to miss this place when you visit Tanegashima.
(Source: マーサのブログ)
Ancient Ruins
There are ancient ruins on the island where stone tools and pit dwellings were found. It displays valuable excavated articles that are designated as cultural assets.
