31st Special Exhibition: Commemorating Showa 100 - Numata's Showa Era

About this event

Spanning more than 60 years, the Showa era was a time of experiencing war and defeat, during which the nation's structure, social systems, daily life, and the cityscape and scenery of Numata underwent massive transformations. This special exhibition reflects on Showa-era Numata from every angle, ranging from historical milestones like the opening of the Joetsu Line, the Great Showa Mergers, and the Tokyo Olympics to the everyday lives of townspeople and farming communities. Take this opportunity, marked by the passing of 100 years since the first year of Showa, to explore Numata's Showa period. This exhibition is held at the Numata City Historical Museum. Admission is 220 yen for general visitors (170 yen for groups of 20 or more) and free for junior high school students and younger. Holders of physical disability certificates, rehabilitation certificates, or mental health welfare certificates, along with one accompanying person, also receive free admission. In addition, free admission days are Wednesday, October 28, and Friday, October 30 through Sunday, November 1. The museum is closed on Wednesdays, but will be open on October 28. It will also be closed on Thursday, October 29, Thursday, November 5, and Tuesday, November 24. Opening hours are from 9:30 AM to 5:00 PM, with last admission at 4:30 PM.

Venue

Numata City Historical Museum

2F, 888 Shinocho, Numata, Gunma 378-0044