Special Exhibition: Lingering Glow of Hyuga - Japan Heritage 'Kofun Landscape of Tropical Miyazaki' -
Japanese name:特別展 日向の残照 ~日本遺産「南国宮崎の古墳景観」~
📅 Sat, Oct 10, 2026 - Sun, Dec 13, 2026
About this event
The special exhibition "Lingering Glow of Hyuga - Japan Heritage 'Kofun Landscape of Tropical Miyazaki'", held at the Miyazaki Prefectural Saitobaru Archaeological Museum, sheds light on the region's rich ancient burial mound (kofun) culture under the theme of "Kofun Landscape of Tropical Miyazaki" designated as a Japan Heritage. Through valuable excavated artifacts and materials, the exhibition delves deeply into how the landscape of burial mounds nurtured in the land of Hyuga was formed and what historical background it possesses. Tracing the magnificent landscape created by the burial mounds, as well as the human activities, beliefs, and cultural transitions embedded within them, visitors can experience the depth and charm of the region's history continuing from ancient times. Through this special exhibition, visitors can rediscover the profound depth of the kofun culture living in the land of Hyuga and the universal value possessed by its landscape.
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Miyazaki Prefectural Saitobaru Archaeological Museum
5670 Miyake, Saito, Miyazaki 881-0005
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