Frequently Asked Questions
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Access (1)
How do I get there from JR Sakaiminato Station?
About 10 minutes' walk from JR Sakaiminato Station. The popular route is to walk along Mizuki Shigeru Road, which is lined with many bronze statues of yokai.
Tickets (1)
Is there an annual pass?
An annual pass is sold. You can apply at the museum counter or by mail order. Please see the official website for details.
Accessibility (1)
Are there accessible toilets?
There are three barrier-free toilets in total, including in the men's and women's facilities.
Nearby sightseeing (1)
Can I combine it with Mizuki Shigeru Road?
Yes. The museum is at the end of Mizuki Shigeru Road walking from Sakaiminato Station, and the road is lined with many bronze statues of yokai. Visiting both together is the standard route.
Opening hours (1)
What are the opening hours and last admission?
Opening hours are 9:30-17:00, with last admission at 16:30. The museum is open all year round.
Exhibits (1)
What is in the permanent exhibition?
Chapters 1 to 3 let you follow Mizuki Shigeru's childhood, his wartime experiences and his path to becoming a manga artist. The world of his representative works such as GeGeGe no Kitaro, the world of yokai, and his thoughts on peace are presented with abundant materials and video.
Time needed (1)
How long should I allow?
Allow about 1 to 1.5 hours to view the permanent exhibition at leisure. If a featured exhibition is also on it will take longer. There are many exhibits worth reading closely, such as the wartime experience corner, so we recommend allowing plenty of time.
Prices (1)
How much is admission?
Adults 1,000 yen, junior and senior high school students 500 yen, elementary school students 300 yen, and pre-school children free. Advance tickets are 100 yen less in each category and can be bought online. Groups of 20 or more receive 100 yen off the individual rate.
Facility information (1)
What changed in the 2024 renovation?
It reopened in April 2024 with a floor area 1.5 times that of the old building. The number of exhibits has increased substantially, and valuable original artwork that could not be shown in the old museum is displayed in the featured exhibition room, rotated roughly every six months.
Facilities and equipment (2)
Can I leave my luggage?
There are no coin lockers, but large items can be left at the cloakroom.
Can I use a pushchair inside?
Pushchairs may be used inside. However, when the museum is busy we may ask you to leave them at the cloakroom.
Parking (1)
Does the museum have parking?
The museum has no car park. Visitors with disabilities coming by car may use the accessible spaces at the Sakaiminato municipal Hinode car park. Please also make use of paid car parks nearby.
Other (6)
What is the address?
5 Honmachi, Sakaiminato City, Tottori Prefecture
When is it closed?
Open all year round.
How much is admission?
Adults 1,000 yen, junior and senior high school students 500 yen, elementary school students 300 yen, pre-school children free (advance tickets are 100 yen less in each category).
Is there parking?
We do not have parking.
How do I get there?
About 10 minutes' walk from JR Sakaiminato Station. About 20 minutes by taxi or by the bookable shared bus Minatoru from Yonago Kitaro Airport.
What are the opening hours?
9:30-17:00 (last admission 16:30)