Onyoku Museum

Nestled in the quiet, verdant mountain area of Yukinoura in Oseto Town, Saikai City, Nagasaki Prefecture, the Onyoku Museum offers an environment where the sounds of the wind and birdsong fill the air. Upon entering, visitors encounter a nostalgic world lined with a vast collection of analog records spanning classical music, kayokyoku (Japanese popular songs), and Western music.

At the museum, visitors are invited to engage directly with the records, carefully placing the needle on the grooves to experience the warm tones firsthand. The faint crackling noise that occurs the moment the needle drops is part of the unique soundscape of this place. Searching through the extensive collection for a favorite record is described as a treasure hunt.

The wooden building, surrounded by rich greenery, has a warm design that gently envelops the sound of the records. The quiet location, away from everyday noise, highlights the beauty of the music. In this deep mountain setting, time is spent immersed in the nostalgic melodies amid the tranquil natural surroundings.