Experiences, Events, and Spots
Ibaraki City Christian Relics Museum
Hokusetsu
History / culture
Opened in 1987, the Ibaraki City Christian Relics Museum is located in the Senjiji district, famous as the "Hidden Christian Village." Senjiji and the Shimootowa district were once the territory of Takayama Ukon, a famous Christian feudal lord. Even after Christianity was banned by the shogunate, believers continued to preserve the relics. This only came to light during the Taisho era. Numerous Christian relics were discovered in this area, attracting worldwide attention. The Christian Relics Museum exhibits the history of Christianity in Ibaraki and the relics that have been discovered.
