In the heart of Nagahama’s castle town sits Nagahama Betsuin Daitsu-ji Temple. Inside its grounds (the Sōkaisho hall), a limited-time venue has opened to coincide with the 2026 Taiga drama “Toyotomi Brothers!”: Kita-Ōmi Nagahama Taiga Drama Museum. Along with costumes, props, and feature panels, the museum also includes video exhibits you can only see here—making it a place where you can dig deeper into the drama through “behind-the-scenes production materials.”
Daitsu-ji is a major temple affectionately known as a “gobō-san(a temple affectionately regarded as a local spiritual hub),” and the buildings and gardens themselves are well worth seeing. Because the drama museum uses the Sōkaisho hall as its venue, it doesn’t feel like a visit that ends with the exhibits—you can enjoy it together with the atmosphere of “Nagahama, a castle town.” Also, the souvenir shop is held outside the temple grounds: exit the main gate and you’ll find the gift shop, Koichirō, on the right.
Inside, in addition to costumes and props actually used in the drama and special feature panels, there are also actor interview videos, behind-the-scenes stories from filming, making-of footage, and even an original video piece themed around the Battle of Okehazama. (As of January 2026; details may change in the future.)
In terms of scale, it felt more compact than the drama museum in Nakamura (Nagoya), at least in the areas I toured (note: exhibits may change over time). That said, pairing it with a walk through Daitsu-ji’s buildings makes the experience feel much more grounded in the period.
In the actor interview videos, each performer talks about how they approached their role and what they focused on in their portrayal. After hearing them, watching the drama again makes facial expressions—and the weight of certain lines—land differently than before.
Venue: Nagahama Betsuin Daitsu-ji Temple, Sōkaisho Hall
Exhibition period: February 1 to December 20, 2026
Hours: 9:00–17:00 (last entry 16:30)
Closed: Generally open daily (temporary closures may occur at the organizer’s discretion.)
*Because the latest updates are posted on the official website, it’s reassuring to check before your visit.
Official URL(Japanese Only): https://www.nagahama-sengoku.jp/exhibition/
Access
Address: 32-9 Motohamacho, Nagahama City, Shiga Prefecture
Nearest station: About a 10-minute walk from JR “Nagahama Station” (rough guide)
*By car: about 10 minutes from the Hokuriku Expressway “Nagahama IC” (rough guide).
There is guidance to use municipal parking lots (recommended to arrive early on busy days).
Admission
| Type | Category | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Individual | Adults | 600 yen |
| Elementary & Junior High Students | 300 yen | |
| Group (20+ people) | Adults | 500 yen |
| Elementary & Junior High Students | 250 yen |
Because a JAF member discount on admission is listed (e.g., general admission 600 yen → 500 yen), it’s worth checking in advance if it applies to you.
*Visitors with a disability certificate (e.g., a physical disability certificate or an intellectual-disability ID) and one accompanying person are admitted free (per official guidelines).
If you plan to visit nearby facilities as well, be sure to check the details for the three-facility combo ticket (Taiga Drama Museum / “Gi and Kizuna” Museum / Daitsu-ji Temple). Full details: here (Japanese Only)
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Front of the Taiga Drama Museum
Back side of the Taiga Drama Museum
Photos inside the museum
Props used in the drama are on display.
Photos and comments from the cast are displayed. Their enthusiasm and the details they focused on when portraying each role were introduced.
The Kita-Ōmi Nagahama Taiga Drama Museum is not simply an exhibit facility that “supplements” the drama’s world.
Through costumes, video, and the actors’ own words, it’s a place designed to help you understand the story’s background and the characters in a more three-dimensional way.
As you move through the exhibits while soaking in the atmosphere of Nagahama’s castle town, the story of Toyotomi Brothers! doesn’t stay confined to the screen—it lingers as “history you can actually feel.”
For anyone who wants to experience the drama more deeply, it’s a venue well worth visiting.
FAQ
- Can I get there easily from Nagahama Station without getting lost? → About a 10-minute walk is a good guide.
Possible stops along the way include Kurokabe Square and Toyokuni Shrine. - How much time should I plan for? → About 30 minutes for the exhibits, plus an extra 30–90 minutes if you also want time to explore the castle town.
- Can I visit on a rainy day? → Yes. The exhibits are indoors, but the streets between the station and the venue can get slick when wet, so choose your shoes accordingly.
- Are there any closed days? → Generally open daily (temporary closures may occur).
- Are there discounts? → Group pricing is available. There is also a JAF discount listed (eligible visitors should confirm details).
- Can I visit Daitsu-ji Temple at the same time? → Yes. There is information available for a combo ticket (Taiga Drama Museum / “Gi and Kizuna” Museum / Daitsu-ji Temple).
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