Ibaraki Christian Memorial Museum
Located in the serene northern hills of Ibaraki City, the Ibaraki Christian Memorial Museum, stands as a historic enclave once known as a "hidden Christian village".In the early 1920s, local residents discovered world-renowned artifacts hidden in the rafters of ancient farmhouses. The most famous discovery was the original portrait of St. Francis Xavier. This museum was established to preserve and display the legacy of the families who protected these relics at great personal risk. Rare ArtifactsThe museum houses a remarkable collection of devotional objects preserved by the Hidden Christian communities. Among the highlights are two rare paintings of the “Fifteen Mysteries of the Virgin Mary”, created by Japanese believers during the 16th – 17th centuries. These works are exceptionally rare and are believed to be unique examples that cannot be…
