Saitama Prefectural Museum of History and Folklore

〒330-0803　埼玉県さいたま市大宮区高鼻町四丁目219番地

The museum was established as the Prefectural Museum in 1971 to mark the 100th anniversary of Saitama. In 2006 it was reborn as the Museum of History and Folklore. The museum celebrated its 40th anniversary in 2011. The comprehensive museum covers history, folklore and art. The main theme of the standing exhibition room is the lifestyles and culture of Saitama's people. There is also a special exhibition room with separately determined themes, and a seasonal exhibition room focusing on the spirit of the seasons.