IMIN Philippine-Japan Historical Museum

14/10/2026

Pleasure welcoming Japanese KOLs like Mikasan to IMIN The Philippine-Japan Historical Musem!

14/10/2026

"𝐉𝐚𝐩𝐚𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐞 𝐈𝐧𝐟𝐥𝐮𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞𝐫𝐬 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐊𝐞𝐲 𝐎𝐩𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐬 (𝐊𝐎𝐋𝐬) 𝐅𝐚𝐦𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐚𝐫𝐢𝐳𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐓𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐢𝐧 𝐃𝐚𝐯𝐚𝐨 𝐂𝐢𝐭𝐲
From local flavors and wildlife to cultural heritage and nature, Japanese key opinion leaders (KOLs), social media influencers, and travel bloggers explored the many experiences Davao City has to offer during their familiarization tour held on October 6–10, 2026.
Their visit included the durian farms of Belviz, the Philippine Eagle Center, and Malagos Garden Resort. They also learned about the shared history of the Philippines and Japan at the IMIN Philippine-Japan Historical Museum, met members of the Bagobo-Tagabawa cultural community in Catigan, Toril, enjoyed the natural beauty of Eden Nature Park, and discovered more of Davao’s history and heritage at Museo Dabawenyo.
Through these experiences, the visitors gained a closer look at what makes Davao City special, from its rich culture and unique flavors to its natural wonders and warm local communities.
The familiarization tour was made possible through the collaboration of the Davao City Tourism Operations Office and the Department of Tourism Region XI, with the aim of promoting Davao City to more Japanese travelers."
Experience and Discover Davao City!

07/10/2026

𝗟𝗘𝗔𝗥𝗡𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗛𝗜𝗦𝗧𝗢𝗥𝗬 𝗕𝗘𝗬𝗢𝗡𝗗 𝗧𝗛𝗘 𝗖𝗟𝗔𝗦𝗦𝗥𝗢𝗢𝗠! 🇵🇭🇯🇵

We were delighted to welcome the Grade 6 students and faculty of Stockbridge American International School to IMIN The Philippine–Japan Historical Museum for an educational field trip!

Through a guided museum tour, the students explored important chapters in Davao and Mindanao’s history—from the region’s cultural landscape before the 1900s and the arrival of Japanese migrants, to pre-war Davao, the wartime period, and Davao’s post-war transformation.

The students also had the opportunity to participate in a cultural activity, making their visit a meaningful and engaging learning experience.

At IMIN, we believe that museums provide an important space for students to see, explore, and understand history beyond textbooks. Field trips like these allow young learners to connect with the past, appreciate our cultural heritage, and gain a deeper understanding of the historical connections between the Philippines and Japan.

𝗕𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝘀𝘁𝘂𝗱𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀 𝘁𝗼 𝗜𝗠𝗜𝗡!
Give them an opportunity to experience history firsthand through our guided tours and educational activities.

📩 For school field trips and group visits, message us to schedule your visit and learn more about our educational programs.

Thank you, Stockbridge American International School, for visiting IMIN! We look forward to welcoming you again. 🇵🇭🤝🇯🇵

01/10/2026

𝗪𝗲𝗹𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗞𝗮𝗻𝗮𝘇𝗮𝘄𝗮 𝗦𝗲𝗶𝗿𝘆𝘂 𝗨𝗻𝗶𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗶𝘁𝘆

It is always a pleasure for 𝗜𝗠𝗜𝗡 to welcome students and faculty from Kanazawa Seiryu University, Japan, who visit Davao each year as part of their cultural exchange program with Mindanao Kokusai Daigaku.

We believe that exposing students to the culture, history, and stories of other countries provides valuable learning beyond the classroom. It helps young people gain new perspectives, appreciate cultural differences, and better understand the connections between communities and nations.

𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗲 𝘃𝗶𝘀𝗶𝘁 𝗜𝗠𝗜𝗡 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗹𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗻 𝗳𝗿𝗼𝗺 𝗵𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗼𝗿𝘆!
Explore our exhibits, discover the stories of the Philippine–Japan connection, and experience a museum where history and culture come alive. Bring your students, family, friends, or group and make your visit a meaningful learning experience.

Special thanks to Hello World Tours ハローワールドツアーズ
https://www.facebook.com/helloworldtoursInc for including IMIN to their itinerary!

18/09/2026

🇵🇭🇯🇵 𝗖𝗘𝗟𝗘𝗕𝗥𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗧𝗛𝗘 𝗣𝗛𝗜𝗟𝗜𝗣𝗣𝗜𝗡𝗘–𝗝𝗔𝗣𝗔𝗡 𝗙𝗘𝗦𝗧𝗜𝗩𝗔𝗟! 🇯🇵🇵🇭

We are one with the 𝗣𝗵𝗶𝗹𝗶𝗽𝗽𝗶𝗻𝗲 𝗡𝗶𝗸𝗸𝗲𝗶 𝗝𝗶𝗻 𝗞𝗮𝗶 𝗜𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗻𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗦𝗰𝗵𝗼𝗼𝗹 and 𝗦𝗰𝗵𝗼𝗼𝗹 𝗼𝗳 𝗖𝗮𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗻 in celebrating the 𝗣𝗵𝗶𝗹𝗶𝗽𝗽𝗶𝗻𝗲–𝗝𝗮𝗽𝗮𝗻 𝗙𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗮𝗹!

For the 𝘄𝗵𝗼𝗹𝗲 𝗺𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗵 𝗼𝗳 𝗦𝗲𝗽𝘁𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿, enjoy 𝟮𝟬% 𝗢𝗙𝗙 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗿𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗳𝗲𝗲 when you visit IMIN The Philippine-Japan Historical Museum.

Take this opportunity to explore our exhibits, learn about our shared history, and discover stories that connect our two nations.

📅 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗺𝗼 𝗣𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗼𝗱: September 1–30
🎟️ 𝟮𝟬% 𝗢𝗙𝗙 𝗘𝗻𝘁𝗿𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗙𝗲𝗲

We look forward to welcoming you! 🌸

29/08/2026

𝗔𝗿𝘁𝗶𝗳𝗮𝗰𝘁 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗹𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁 𝗦𝗮𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗱𝗮𝘆 | 𝗘𝗽𝗶𝘀𝗼𝗱𝗲 #𝟬𝟰

A new artifact has recently been added to the collection of the IMIN The Philippine-Japan Historical Museum.

On August 20, 2026, IMIN received a vintage World War II news teletype document dating to circa 1945, generously donated by 𝗠𝗿. 𝗖𝗼𝗱𝘆 𝗠𝗲𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗿.

The document references General MacArthur’s announcement of the 31st Army Division joining the 24th Division in the push toward Davao, describing the city as the last major Japanese stronghold in the Philippines. As a wartime news document, it provides a glimpse into how events surrounding Davao were reported as they unfolded.

More than 80 years old and showing visible signs of age, this fragile document preserves a significant moment in Davao’s wartime history. Artifacts such as this remind us that history is not only found in books—it can also be found in the original documents that recorded events as they happened.

The donation was formally received by Head Curator Mrs. Karina Cadiogan and Museum-in-Charge Ms. Leanna Butaya. Mr. Mether was accompanied by his wife, an alumna of Philippine Nikkei Jin Kai International School under the Philippine Nikkei Jin Kai Association, Inc.

IMIN sincerely thanks 𝗠𝗿. 𝗖𝗼𝗱𝘆 𝗠𝗲𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗿 for entrusting this historical document to the museum and helping us preserve another piece of Davao’s wartime story for future generations.

Join us every Artifact Spotlight Saturday as we uncover more pieces of our shared Philippine-Japan history.

20/08/2026

𝗗𝗶𝘀𝗰𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗗𝗮𝘃𝗮𝗼’𝘀 𝗛𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗼𝗿𝘆 𝗧𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗞𝗮𝗱𝗮𝘆𝗮𝘄𝗮𝗻

Snaps of our visitors from 𝗖𝗔𝗥𝗗 𝗠𝗥𝗜 𝗛𝗜𝗝𝗢𝗦 𝗧𝗢𝗨𝗥𝗦 𝗜𝗡𝗖. during the Kadayawan weekend!

Our guests enjoyed a guided tour through the museum, discovering stories and artifacts that help us understand Davao’s rich history and the connections between the Philippines and Japan. Their visit ended with a fun and creative origami-making activity, bringing a little Japanese tradition into the experience.

Learning about our local history helps us better understand where our communities came from, appreciate the people and cultures that shaped them, and pass these stories on to future generations.

Thank you, CARD MRI HIJOS TOURS INC., for spending part of your Kadayawan weekend with us! We hope to welcome you again soon.

17/08/2026

𝗗𝗮𝘃𝗮𝗼–𝗦𝗲𝗻𝗻𝗮𝗻 𝗙𝗿𝗶𝗲𝗻𝗱𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗽

Over the Kadayawan weekend, we were honored to welcome representatives from 𝗦𝗲𝗻𝗻𝗮𝗻 𝗖𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗛𝗮𝗹𝗹, 𝗢𝘀𝗮𝗸𝗮, 𝗝𝗮𝗽𝗮𝗻 to 𝗜𝗠𝗜𝗡 – 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗣𝗵𝗶𝗹𝗶𝗽𝗽𝗶𝗻𝗲-𝗝𝗮𝗽𝗮𝗻 𝗛𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗼𝗿𝗶𝗰𝗮𝗹 𝗠𝘂𝘀𝗲𝘂𝗺 as they explored Davao’s history and the longstanding connections between our two countries.

With Davao City and Sennan City sharing a sister-city relationship since 2023, their visit is part of ongoing efforts to strengthen friendship and create meaningful opportunities for cultural and educational exchange.

At IMIN, we believe that learning about the past can help build stronger connections for the future. Come visit us and discover the stories that connect Davao, Japan, and the people who continue to bring our communities closer together.

12/08/2026

Celebrate Kadayawan 2026 with a journey through Davao’s rich Filipino-Japanese heritage!

For the entire month of August, enjoy 20% OFF your entrance fee at IMIN – The Philippine-Japan Historical Museum.

Discover fascinating stories, heritage, and the cultural connections that shaped Davao—from its early Japanese community to the vibrant history of the city we know today.

📅 August 1–31, 2026
🎟️ 20% OFF Entrance Fee

Bring your family and friends and make IMIN part of your Kadayawan celebration!

📍 IMIN The Philippine-Japan Historical Museum
📞 (082) 295 0221

IMIN: The Philippine-Japan Historical Museum 🇵🇭🇯🇵
Preserving over a century of shared history, heritage, and friendship between Japan and the Philippines through engaging exhibits, artifacts, and stories in Calinan, Davao City.