On viewShizuoka / Shimada City Museum

The Changing Face of War: The Evolution of Arms

2026.06.27 〜 2026.09.27

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From primitive stone tools to the swords and firearms of the samurai age, this exhibition traces how weapons evolved into works of art and symbols of power in the peaceful Edo period — including the first public display of a 3-meter replica of the famed Otegine spear forged by Shimada swordsmiths.

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Venue

Shimada City Museum

Shizuoka 島田市

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