This museum is in the grounds of Ōkunitama Shrine, and since it's only open on weekends, national holidays, and festival days, it's best to check the calendar before going. I went around 11, and there weren't many people yet at that time, so I could look around calmly. Inside, there's a large drum carved from a hollowed-out log, said to be one of the largest in Japan, and up close it feels incredibly heavy and imposing. Besides the drum, valuable items related to the shrine's history were also on display. The building itself is charming too, set in a quiet spot surrounded by lush trees. The morning sunlight filtering through the leaves was beautiful, and I could spend some relaxed time a little away from the bustle of the shrine. It's not very big, so about 30 minutes is plenty to look around as part of a shrine visit. Just note that it's closed on weekdays.

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I visited the treasure hall (hōmotsuden) of Ōkunitama Shrine. I stopped by while touring the shrine grounds, and it displays historical materials and precious items handed down at the shrine—a facility well worth seeing. I could take my time viewing everything in a quiet setting and feel the long history and cultural depth of the shrine. The exhibits are carefully maintained, and the origin and background of each item are explained, making it easy to understand even for people not well versed in history. Seeing them in person has a weight and impact different from just knowing about them from documents, and it made the faith and culture of the time feel much closer. I think visiting it together with worshipping at the shrine lets you appreciate the appeal of Ōkunitama Shrine in a more multidimensional way. It's a spot I'd recommend not only to those interested in history and cultural properties, but also to anyone who wants to enjoy a leisurely visit. I had a fulfilling visit in a calm atmosphere.

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The treasure hall of Ōkunitama Shrine. According to the information board, it houses a pair of wooden komainu designated as a national Important Cultural Property, as well as five carved wooden Buddhist statues, four ancient mirrors, three kinds of old manuscripts, and more—a building where you can see not just the shrine's faith but a collection of Fuchu's historical materials all in one place🏛️ The front is a solid structure with black-and-white exterior walls fitted with metal fixtures, and when you get close, the area around the entrance has a fairly solemn feel. The information board beside it also details the types of exhibits, making it clear that the collection includes swords and even materials connected to the Tokugawa family⚔️ It's easy to miss if you're just passing through to worship, but it's a good spot for a day when you want to explore the shrine grounds a little more deeply⛩️ 🌟Overall rating: ★3.5 / 5.0

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The Saibutsuden was built to house, on the first floor, the mikoshi and great drum that are paraded during the May 5 annual grand festival (reitaisai), and to display the sacred treasures on the second floor; it was completed at the end of May, Showa 49 (floor area of one hundred and twenty tsubo). It is equipped with modern facilities, and the construction costs were covered by the support of the shrine's parishioners and worshippers. ・Opening days/hours: Saturdays, Sundays, national holidays, and shrine festival days, 10：00～16：00 ・Admission: adults 200 yen, students 100 yen Since I haven't seen it yet, I'd like to come back during opening hours.

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2024.7.19 Opening days/hours: Saturdays, Sundays, national holidays, and shrine festival days, 10：00～16：00 Admission: adults 200 yen, students 100 yen Besides the drums, mikoshi, and so on, it's packed with offered swords, mirrors, and Important Cultural Properties.