Tanegashima Development Center Teppo-kan

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Situated in Nishinoomote City on Tanegashima Island, the "Tanegashima Development Comprehensive Center Teppokan" is a comprehensive historical museum showcasing the island's rich history and culture, featuring a beautiful architecture styled after a Portuguese passenger ship. Its absolute cornerstone is its well-curated exhibits displaying actual, authentic matchlock muskets (Tanegashima guns) that arrived on the island in 1543 and drastically altered the turbulent history of Japanese samurai, alongside a valuable collection of ancient firearms from around the globe. Offering clear explanations in English for international visitors, it stands as a highly rated destination to spark intellectual curiosity. Visitors can directly touch the historic site that marked the dawn of Japan's modernization, quietly immersing themselves in deep historical romance.

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09 Teppokan Tanegashima Development Center 鉄砲館

Kagoshima Federation of Tourism Associations

Tanegashima Development Center Teppo-kan

Address
7585 Nishinoomote, Nishinoomote City, Kagoshima Prefecture
Website
http://www.city.nishinoomote.lg.jp/admin/soshiki/kyouikuiinkai/shakaikyouikuka/bunkazai/center/index.html
Operator
Tanegashima Development Comprehensive Center Teppokan Gun Museum

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