I heard that the Fukui Prefectural History Museum was showcasing 3D scan data of Eiheiji Temple through CG panels and video, so I decided to pay a visit.
Just inside the entrance, you’ll find the reception desk on the right. Directly in front of that is the CG panel display area.
The CG panels were created using point cloud data collected through a collaborative project between Eiheiji Temple and the construction firm Shimizu Corporation.
The dataset includes a vast amount of interior and exterior information, allowing for detailed cross-sections and varied perspectives. The visuals were breathtaking—almost ethereal. The video showed how the data was gathered and later visualized, and it was surprisingly fascinating. Each point in the 3D scan includes not only spatial coordinates but also color information—like (x, y, z, r, g, b).
Next, I headed upstairs to explore the special exhibit on “Zen Culture in Echizen.” This part featured Buddhist statues, carved woodblocks for printing scriptures, and more (photography wasn’t allowed here). There was also a video playing about the lives of training monks. As someone with a shaved head, I couldn’t help but wonder if people thought I was an actual monk from Eiheiji…
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The museum also has permanent exhibits, and photography was allowed in most areas.
“Fukui History Zone”
“Life in the Showa era”
Stereos and encyclopedias were in the parlor at a high rate. I miss those days. Chairs, sofas, and tables were like that.
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I like the old cars in the aisle. I wonder if it would be a bad idea to sell them now with the same design.
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Up next: a visit to the museum café.
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