Yasu Dotaku Museum - Past Events
Below is a list of all past events for Yasu Dotaku Museum. Current and upcoming events, as well as other details, are available on the venue's page.
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Riemon O-oka: Oumi’s Grandfather of Farming
Riemon O-oka (1832–1912) was born in what is today Shiga Prefecture’s Hiruta, Yasu City. He worked as an agricultural instructor and was awarded the Medal with Green Ribbon for his contributions to society...More »
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Showa Living
An introduction into the life and scenes of Showa living through old tools and photographs.More »
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Mediaeval Yasu Artifacts Exhibition
An exhibition of mediaeval artifacts found buried in Yasu, introducing earthenware, pottery, and imported porcelain and ceramics.More »
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The Natural Disasters of Omi
Nature provides abundant blessings, but also causes great damage at times through earthquakes, torrential rains, and other disasters. Human beings form societies by living in such environments while cultivating...More »
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Roof Tile Archeology
This exhibition focuses on roof tiles excavated on the grounds ancient temples within the Konan area of the Omi Province, including the ruins of Fukurin Temple and the Rokujo Yakushido site in Yasu City,...More »
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The 6th Yayoi Forest Photography Exhibition “Forest Photo Gallery”
A hub for amateur photographers, the Yayoi forest park presents beautiful scenery throughout the seasons. With no bias to a particular season, this photographic exhibition shows that this park can be enjoyed...More »
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Restoring the Medieval Fabrics of Hyozutaisha Shrine— A Look Back on Dyeing and Weaving in the Muromachi Period
Hyozutaisha Shrine has restored medieval fabrics from the Muromachi period and created new ones for display and comparison with their originals with the support of the Asahi Shimbun Foundation. Important...More »
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India-Ink Calligraphy on Earthenware: Words on Ceramics
Introducing ancient and mediaeval earthenware inscribed with India-ink calligraphy uncovered at ruins in Yasu City and the Konan area. [Related Event] Explanation of works Date: 1/11 (Sat) 14:00More »
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Dotaku Returned: Japan’s Largest Archaic Bronze Ceremonial Bell
To celebrate 25 years since the opening of the Yasu Dotaku Museum, Japan’s largest dotaku (an ancient bronze ornamental bell believed to have been used in ritual) is being exhibited for the first time...More »
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Ancient and Medieval Coins: Excavations of the Omi Konan Ruins
Exhibition introducing coins and other excavated articles found in the cities of Yasu and Konan in Shiga Prefecture dating from prehistoric to medieval periods.More »