sentences:  The museum primarily focuses on the history and traditional crafts of the surrounding area and includes a recreation of a Warring States Period free market that was created by Oda Nobunaga, a leading feudal lord of the 16th century, as well as many hands-on exhibits.However, the museum often hosts special exhibitions, which cover a wide variety of themes.Planning for the museum began in 1972 as a result of an initiative by the local Social Education Committee.