Liberty Osaka: Osaka Human Rights Museum

Liberty Osaka: Osaka Human Rights Museum Review

In a country that often falls back on the myth of everyone living in egalitarian harmony, Liberty Osaka is one of the city's more unique sights. The museum delves into issues of discrimination in Japan against ethnic groups, women, the homeless, sexual minorities, and many other groups. In addition to the English audio guide, each section has a documentary video with English subtitles, and visitors are given a 30-page booklet detailing the museum's contents. The highly informed volunteer staff is happy to answer questions about the permanent and special rotation exhibits. Although it's less centrally located than some of Osaka's other sights, Liberty Osaka is highly recommended for anyone interested in issues regarding discrimination. To get here take the JR Loop Line to Ashihara Station and walk south along the main road 656 yards. The museum will be on your right.