National Museum of Japanese History - Features prehistoric periods to modern times. Includes photo galleries, calendar of events, hours and directions. Located in Sakura City, Chiba. [Japanese and English]. Asuka Historical Museum - History and art of Asuka, the first Japanese capital in 7th century. [Japanese and English]. Lake Biwa Museum - Exhibits cultural and natural history of the region, including the research on the historical relationship of man and lake habitats. Includes staff members, hours, admission fees, facilities, links, directions. [Japanese and English]. Edo-Tokyo Museum - A place to learn more about Tokyo’s history and culture, including special exhibitions, lectures, an Audio-Visual Hall, the Audio Visual Library, and a library. Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum - Includes a virtual tour, photographs and artifacts, basic principle of the bomb, dropping of the bomb, and the effects of the bomb. [Japanese/English] Katsushika City Museum - Features local history and astronomy. Includes hours, calendar of events, links, photos, admission fees and directions. Located in Tokyo. Niigata Prefectural Museum of History - A place to learn about the anthropology, archaeology, folklore, and history of Niigata prefecture, includes exhibits, activities, publications, news, and links. The Currency Museum - Features currency, coins, photographs, maps and other historical materials. Includes hours, directions and free admission. Located in Tokyo.