History Museum
An interactive museum
In the isolated land of Sado, there were people who, despite being buffeted by the rough waves of the times, accomplished great feats that will shine brightly in future generations. Why not follow in the footsteps of these people and learn about the source of their indomitable spirit and creativity? And feel with all your senses the rich culture, deeply rooted faith, and breathtaking performing arts that the islanders have protected and nurtured over time.
Princess Keiko
Karoku 1st year (1225) - Koan 9th year (1286)
She is said to be the first princess born to Emperor Juntoku and Uemon no Satsubone.
After his death, a shrine was built in his honor as Shimateru Daimyojin.
The temple where she was revered during her lifetime was named Keiguji Temple after her and became the head temple of the shrine.
Emperor Juntoku
Kenkyu 8 (1197) - Ninji 3 (1242)
Born as the third son of Emperor Gotoba
In 1221, he was defeated in the Jokyu War and exiled to Sado.
Twenty-one years later, despite wanting to return to Tokyo, he passed away in despair at the age of 46.
Saint Nichiren
4th year of Jōkyū (1222) – 5th year of Kōan (1282)
During the Kamakura period, when military power ruled the world, he admonished the shogunate of the time, saying that the only way to save people was through the teachings of the Lotus Sutra.
Because of this, he has been persecuted many times.
In 1271, at the age of 50, he was exiled to Sado.
He returned to Kamakura three years later, but passed away at the age of 61.
[Sado Persecution]
In September 1271, after the persecution at Tatsunokuchi, he was exiled to Sado Island, and in November he entered the dilapidated Sammai-do Hall in Tsukahara.
In addition to the bitterly cold weather, they had little food and clothing, and they found themselves in a difficult situation where their lives were threatened by Buddhist monks and others.
[Tsukahara Questions and Answers]
In January 1272, he debated with several hundred monks from various sects, defeating them and causing many of them to convert to Nichiren Shonin.
[Wave title]
In the spring of 1274, he was pardoned and set sail from Maura.
According to one theory, when Saint Nichiren looked back on Sado, he said, "I have been on this island for four years, and my wishes have not been in vain. When the time comes for the Mystic Law to spread, this island will be a place of great fortune for me," and as he placed his hands together in prayer toward the morning sun, the seven characters "Namu Myoho Renge Kyo" appeared.
Zeami
Joji 2 (1363) - Kakitsu 3 (1443)
During the Muromachi period, he perfected Noh theater together with his father, Kan'ami.
He endured hardships such as being treated poorly by Ashikaga Yoshinori and eventually being exiled to Sado, but he continued to work hard for the development of Noh.
