Kumamoto City Taharabata Seinan War Museum

Overview

The Kumamoto City Taharabata Seinan War Museum is an indispensable place for learning about the Seinan War. The Seinan War, which began in 1877 (Meiji 10), was a civil war that lasted for about a year, fought between the former samurai class led by Saigo Takamori, a native of Satsuma Domain, and the government army. This museum allows you to learn about the history of the war from various perspectives, from its outbreak to its conclusion. Through valuable documents and videos, you can learn about the battle conditions, the lives of the people at the time, and the tragedies caused by the war. You can also learn about how the Seinan War became the catalyst for the founding of the Japanese Red Cross Society and the advancements in medical technology at the time. The museum's exhibits immerse visitors in the battlefield of that era through realistic dioramas depicting the battles, precious materials such as weapons, ammunition, letters, and photographs from that time, and powerful presentations using video and sound. The Seinan War marked a significant turning point in modern Japanese history, and studying its history provides invaluable lessons for us living in modern society. The Kumamoto City Taharabata Seinan War Museum offers a place to learn about the history of the Seinan War and contemplate the importance of peace. Please visit and reflect on history and peace.