Kagoshima Prefecture History and Art Center Reimeikan
鹿児島県歴史・美術センター黎明館鹿児島県歴史・美術センター黎明館
A museum in Kagoshima that opened in 1983 and underwent a name change in 2020 to reflect its expanded focus on art and crafts, located on castle grounds.
〒 892-0853How to get there
市役所前5 min walk from the station
Reimeikan, Kagoshima Prefectural Center for Historical Material, first opened in Kagoshima in 1983. The permanent exhibition has undergone multiple renovations and updates, and in April 2020, the museum's name was changed to "Kagoshima Prefecture History and Art Center Reimeikan" to better reflect the range of art and crafts on display. The museum is located within the grounds of Tsurumaru Castle.
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