Ryoma History Museum
Guidance Flyer
Experience the Life of Ryoma
The 33 years of life in which Sakamoto Ryoma fled like the wind isrecreated in the Ryoma Theater. Twenty-seven segments of historicalscenes are available, and with a production consisting of more than
120 wax dolls, the scenes vividly express the life of Ryoma from birth
to death in three dimensions. The wax dolls are elaborately shaped,
and the added effects of light and sound breathe life into the dolls.
These highly realistic scenes present the life of Ryoma in a fulltheatrical atmosphere. This facility is the only place where one canwatch and understand the life of Ryoma in three dimensions. Inaddition, the Ryoma Document Hall was established and exhibits the“Hokushinitto-ryu Certificate of the Art of War of a Long Handled
Sword,” including documents related to Ryoma, historical documentsof the Tosa Domain at the end of the Tokugawa shogunate, andwritings, paintings, and artifacts of famous people. At the end, there
is an area where you can experience the time of Ryoma yourself. The
content of the attractions is sufficient.

Exhibitions
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.

A Man in Takeyoriwake
From Chosokabe to Yamauchi
Wealthy Saitaniya
Birth of Ryoma
Ryoma the Outcast
Patriots of Noichi
Swimming Practice at theKagamigawa River
8. Great Men of Tosa
9. Swordsmanship Training in Edo
10. Opening His Eyes to the Current
Situation
11. Establishment of Tosa Kinnoto(Loyalist Clique of Tosa)
12. Suicide of Ryoma’s Older Sister, Ei
13. Assassination of Yoshida Toyo
14. Meeting Katsu Kaishu

15. Izo the Killer
16. Imprisonment of Takechi
Hanpeita
17. Establishment ofKameyamashachu
18. Establishment of the Satcho
Alliance
19. Teradaya Incident
20. Rise of the Shinsengumi
21. Ryoma Marries
22. First Honeymoon in Japan
23. Meeting at Seifutei
24. Eight Point Plan for Imperial
Restoration and Governance
25. Restoration of Imperial Rule
26. Tragedy of Omiya
27. Beyond Eras

Cautions!
− You cannot re-enter unless you have a one-day
passport− There are no bathrooms in the hall.
− You can take pictures, but do not use flash.
− Taking movies is prohibited.

−−−−

Do not touch the exhibits.
Eating and smoking inside the hall is prohibited.
Do not make noise, such as ringtones and music.
Do not take your eyes off your children.

World Celebrity Museum
Guidance Flyer

Meet Historical Figures
As you enter the museum, Prime Minister Shigeru Yoshida (fromKochi), who led the post-war clean up along with General
MacArthur of the Allied Forces, welcomes you. As you make yourway to the back, wax figures of political leaders of the world who
influenced modern history are on display. You can also listen to aspeech by President Kennedy, which is invaluable. Furthermore,
beautiful women of the century also come out whose beauty
remains forever unchanged to fascinate modern people.
Some scenes recreate meetings that changed the course of history
and events depicting the bravery of national heroes, along with an
explanation of how the figures were created. You can look back ateach of the achievements irrespective of ethnic groups, politics,and religion. Admire the unique former prime ministers of Japan or
get in touch with politicians from Kochi and view the familiar
episodes of the successive Kochi governors. There is anatmosphere where you can learn the history of the world, such as
Dr. Makino Tomitaro, a world-renowned botanist with great
achievements.

Exhibitions
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.

Yalta Conference
Politicians of Europe andAmerica
Politicians of China
Politicians of Taiwan
Malta Summit
Mahatma Gandhi

7. Yoshida/MacArthur Conference
8. Marilyn Monroe
9. Yang Kuei Fei
10. Cleopatra
11. Successive Prime Ministers
12. Politicians of Tosa
13. Makino Tomitaro

Cautions!
− You cannot re-enter unless you have a one-day• passport
Do not take a photo− There are no bathrooms in the hall.
a picture−• YouNot
can tootake takepictures,but do not use flash.
•Notviolently
takea photo− Taking movies is prohibited.

−−•−−••Do not touch the exhibits.
Eatingsmoking inside the hall is prohibited.
takeanda picture
Do not make noise, such as ringtones and music.
theoffcamera
DoDo
notnottakecarry
your eyes
your children.

Do not take a photo with the camera

Nee-Owoo African Gallery
Guidance Flyer
The One and Only Museum that Expresses the World of NeeOwoo
The works created by Francis Kwatei Nee-Owoo (Frank Nee-Owoo),
an artist from Ghana, exudes an innovative atmosphere not foundin other arts and incorporates unique motifs and the metallic
texture of metals. The Nee-Owoo African Gallery is the only
museum in the world where you can view the original works ofNee-Owoo. Akio Kitamura, the head of Actland, has a relationshipof more than 20 years with Nee-Owoo, and owns most of NeeOwoo’s work due to the long-lasting friendship. The museum
exhibits approximately 300 of Nee-Owoo’s works.
Metal Processing Technique Developed by Nee-Owoo
The main feature of Nee-Owoo’s art is the heavy texture and thedull luster of the metal. He creates this feel by using bronze,aluminum, copper, and brass. This metal processing technique ofNee-Owoo was developed over a long period of time. These works
cannot be found anywhere else. Using this technique, Nee-Owoo
expresses the themes such as animals, people, nature, religion, andscience as captivatingly expressed with an African taste. His works
come in a variety of forms, starting with the high relief pictures for
hanging on walls to statues and palm-sized figurines. Nee-Owoo
loves Japan, and a lot of his work revolves around the theme ofJapan.
Special Effects Lighting
In order to accentuate the work of Nee-Owoo, the museum uses
special effects and LED lighting technology. This special technology
is rarely found in other art museums. Softly lighting each of NeeOwoo’s works with LED produces a magical atmosphere. There is a
device where the color of the light changes one after another, andyou can see the various expressions that one work can exude.

Cautions!
− You cannot re-enter unless you have a one-day
passport− There are no bathrooms in the hall.
− You can take pictures, but do not use flash.
− Taking movies is prohibited.

−−−−

Do not touch the exhibits.
Eating and smoking inside the hall is prohibited.
Do not make noise, such as ringtones and music.
Do not take your eyes off your children.

Ekin-ha Art Gallery
Guidance Flyer
Unique Collection of Ekin’s Works
The painter Hirose Kinzo is also known
as Ekin. In general, Ekin is known forworks that create an eerie atmosphere,
such as paintings with red blood flies
wildly about. However, he left behind
many works that do not fit this label,such as the Portrait of Beauty, works
that pursue the beauty of women,
Painting of Customs, works that richly
express the stories of ordinary citizens,and Japanese paintings based on theKano-style.
The Ekin Art Gallery collected rareworks in order to display the variety ofart produced by Ekin and to enjoy theworks in greater depth. In addition, thegallery exhibits the works of thedisciples who were heavily influenced
by Ekin.

Exhibitions
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.

Shibaiebyoubu (play picture foldingscreen)
Portrait of Beauty
Fusuma PaintingPainting of Customs
Hakubyoga (white monochrome drawings)
Miyamoto Musashi
Warrior Painting
Kato Kiyomasa
Miyabi (refinements)

Cautions!
− You cannot re-enter unless you have a one-daypassport− There are no bathrooms in the hall.
− You can take pictures, but do not use flash.
− Taking movies is prohibited.

−−−−

Do not touch the exhibits.
Eating and smoking inside the hall is prohibited.
Do not make noise, such as ringtones and music.
Do not take your eyes off your children.

World ModelCar Museum

Guidance Flyer

Model Cars as Art for Adults
Mini cars that were toys for children evolved into model cars in
the 90s as art for adults. This is the first model car museum in theworld where 3,700 cars of the world are exhibited with a highdegree of perfection as art work for adults. Foreign cars fromFerraris to Lamborghinis that shine bright in the history of cars areexhibited, along with domestic cars that have proven their worth
to the world by developing technology even when starting behind.
Please enjoy the beauty that the shape, color, and the car itself
exudes as it evolves over time with the development oftechnology.
Essence of Engineering in the Model Expression
The essence of the engineering of the times—the traditions of thecar brand, passion of the developer, ingenuity of technicians,innovation of design, and state-of-the-art technology—isconcentrated in the symbolical expression of 10 cm, palm-size
models. The models were achieved by the maker’s design anddevelopment skills, technological innovation, and high level ofquality.

Cautions!
− You cannot re-enter unless you have a one-day• passport
Do not take a photo− There are no bathrooms in the hall.
a picture−• YouNot
can tootake takepictures,but do not use flash.
•Notviolently
takea photo− Taking movies is prohibited.

−−•−−••Do not touch the exhibits.
Eatingsmoking inside the hall is prohibited.
takeanda picture
Do not make noise, such as ringtones and music.
theoffcamera
DoDo
notnottakecarry
your eyes
your children.

Do not take a photo with the camera

World Classic Car Museum
Guidance Flyer

Lineup of Classic Cars of 100 Years AgoWith the oldest being the extremely rare Italian car, Fial
Model A manufactured in 1907, there is a lineup of old cars.
The design, materials, and technology of engineering 100years ago are still extremely thought-provoking for today’s car
lovers and engineers, and the sensibility of the technology inthe 21st century would be greatly influenced. The developersof the classic cars vary from people involved in bicycles,
motorcycles, carriages, arms and ammunition manufacturing,and the iron and steel industry. People were not satisfied withthe uniform direction of the railroad steam engine, and many
researchers, explorers, and the nobility were absorbed in thedevelopment of the freedom created by cars. When the cars
were completed, people competed over speed, and thetechnology rapidly developed. Soon after, there was arevolution in manufacturing, mass production technology wasestablished in which the cost was reduced, and it permeatedthrough society. In Japan, DAT CAR (later Datsun) was the first
automobile to be built in the country in 1914, and it isexhibited at the Tokyo Taisho Exhibition.

Exhibitions
1. Ford Model T Prototype
2. Ford Model T
3. Ford Model A Standard Phaeton
4. Cadillac Model M
5. Durant Rugby Phaeton
6. Dodge Touring Sedan
7. Austin Seven
8. Singer Nine Le Mans Replica
9. Morris Eight Tourer
10. Citroën 5CV-C3 Cabriolet
11. Citroën C4

12. Peugeot 201
13. FIAL Modello A (6/8HP)
14. Fiat 501 Roadster
15. Datsun Type 16 Sedan
16. Datsun Type 17 Sedan
17. Mazda Cosmo Sport L10B
18. Mercedes Benz 170Da
19. Mercedes Benz 250S
20. Rolls-Royce Silver Shadow
21. Cadillac Fleetwood Brougham

Cautions!
− You cannot re-enter unless you have a one-day
passport− There are no bathrooms in the hall.
− You can take pictures, but do not use flash.
− Taking movies is prohibited.

−−−−Do not touch the exhibits.
Eating and smoking inside the hall is prohibited.
Do not make noise, such as ringtones and music.
Do not take your eyes off your children.

Bonnetbus Museum

Guidance Flyer

Bringing Back the Bravery of that Time
Bonnet bus was the name given to the shape that expressedthat period of time when the bus was evolving. The bus wasequipped with an engine in the front of the chassis, which
served as the structure of the car, and behind it was the driver’s
and passenger’s seats. This structure is called the bonnet bus.
The driver’s and passenger’s seats are connected, and aseparate cover is placed over the low, narrow engine
compartment.
Long ago, roads were narrow, bumpy, and curvy; the conditions
for driving were not very good. Driving in this bad environment,
the bonnet bus was superior. By narrowing-down the engine
part at the front (bonnet) and installing the front tires as far tothe front as possible, driving around sharp curves and on thenarrow, crooked roads was simple. The bravery of the driver of abonnet bus on mountain roads near precipitous cliffs that would
be unthinkable with today’s standards can be nostalgicallyremembered.
In the museum, you can look at the bus from the outside, andyou can sit in the driver’s seat and passenger’s seats, experience
the scenery from the inside of the bus, and actually feel what it
is like to ride the bus. In addition, double cab trucks and old fireengines are on display along with the bonnet bus.
Let’s Take a Souvenir Picture! Role Playing Section
For young children, we have conductor and firefighter uniforms.
You can wear the uniforms as you like. Wear the uniform, get in
the driver’s seat of the bus or fire engine, and take a picture!
Firefighting Tools of Edo are on Exhibit
In addition to the bonnet bus, the museum displays firefighting
tools that were actually used in the Edo to Meiji periods. There
are unique tubs, water blasters, Japanese-style pitchforks,
firefighter’s symbols, firefighter’s hooks, arm pump vehicles,
and foot pump vehicles.

Cautions!
− You cannot re-enter unless you have a one-day• passport
Do not take a photo− There are no bathrooms in the hall.
a picture−• YouNot
can tootake takepictures,but do not use flash.
•Notviolently
takea photo− Taking movies is prohibited.

−−•−−••Do not touch the exhibits.
Eatingsmoking inside the hall is prohibited.
takeanda picture
Do not make noise, such as ringtones and music.
theoffcamera
DoDo
notnottakecarry
your eyes
your children.

Do not take a photo with the camera

Kuma’s Container Gallery
Guidance Flyer
Collection of Katsuyuki Shinohara’s Works in One
MuseumThe gallery exhibits a collection created by KatsuyukiShinohara, also known as Geijitsuka (a pun for theJapanese term “geijutsuka” meaning “artist”) Kuma-san,over a long period of time in one place. One of thefeatures of his work is that he used a wide variety ofmaterials—iron, cast iron, brass, glass, concrete, soil,
wood, plastic, and earthenware. His work is simple withno glamor. Shinohara worked on all sizes of art fromsmall pieces to large objects weighing tons, and each
expresses his unique sensibilities. The large objects of art
are exhibited in many places in Japan and overseas.
There is an object of art that acts as a guidepost in theGobi Desert of Mongolia, along with works he created incollaboration with elementary school students in Africa.
The large spherical work exhibited in our museum wasused in a private exhibition in Venice, and all of the work
exhibited in the museum was transferred from Tokyo
Kinshicho Park. The smaller-sized work was producedwith the concept of a moving gallery, and it is stored infour containers. In fact, the ancestors of Katsuyuki
Shinohara are from Kochi, and along with the feeling offamiliarity, a sense of richness and expressions of clarity
unique to the people of Kochi can be found in his work.
He is also an author, and recently, he was awarded theChildren’s Literature Award followed by the Izumi Kyoka
Literature Award, and he is beginning to be widely
known as a great writer.

Cautions!
− You cannot re-enter unless you have a one-day
passport− There are no bathrooms in the hall.
− You can take pictures, but do not use flash.
− Taking movies is prohibited.

−−−−

Do not touch the exhibits.
Eating and smoking inside the hall is prohibited.
Do not make noise, such as ringtones and music.
Do not take your eyes off your children.