Frequently Asked Questions
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Access (1)
How do I get there?
By bus: approximately 15 minutes on foot from Kinokushi Nougyou High School Entrance bus stop on the Gojogome Line. By car: approximately 15 minutes from Akita North Interchange or approximately 10 minutes from Showa Oga Peninsula Interchange. Free parking available (191 regular car spaces, 24 large vehicle spaces).
Experiences (1)
Are there experience programs available?
The museum regularly holds experience workshops including tie-dyeing, fossil collection, and replica making. Please check the event calendar on the official website for details.
Nearby (1)
Are there other tourist attractions nearby?
The museum is located within Prefectural Koizumi Gata Park, where you can also enjoy the Japanese garden Suishin-en, an athletic course, and natural areas including Ogata and Megata. A walk around the park is also recommended and is within walking distance.
Opening hours (1)
What are the opening hours and closure days?
Opening hours are 9:30–16:30 (9:30–16:00 from November to March). Closed on Mondays (or the following weekday if Monday is a holiday), December 28 to January 3, and during fumigation periods (irregular).
Traveling with children (1)
Is there a section for children?
There is a hands-on experience corner called "Wakuwaku Tankenshitsu" (Discovery Room) where children can try activities like Japanese paper dyeing and replica making during designated periods. It is suitable for family visits.
Exhibits (2)
What kinds of exhibitions do you have?
Permanent galleries covering six topics: archaeology, history, folklore, crafts, biology and geology; the Sugae Masumi Resource Center (documenting the records of the Edo-period traveller Sugae Masumi); and the Akita Pioneers Memorial Room. The "Wakuwaku Exploration Room" for children is also popular.
Tell me about Sugae Masumi.
A traveller and naturalist from the Edo period who journeyed throughout northeastern Japan for 47 years, recording regional folklore, customs and landscapes in detail. At the Sugae Masumi Resource Center on the first floor of the museum, you can learn about his works and related materials through videos.
Prices (1)
Is there an admission fee?
The permanent exhibition is free to enter. Special exhibitions may require a separate admission fee during their display period.
Facilities (1)
Is there a museum shop?
There is a museum shop in the building selling books related to the museum and materials about Akita.
Highlights (1)
What is the branch "Former Nara House"?
A nationally designated Important Cultural Property located about 15 minutes' walk from the museum. It is a wealthy farmer's mansion built in the Edo period and is a precious example of large farmhouse architecture. It is open to the public.
Parking (1)
Is there a parking lot?
Free parking is available. It can accommodate 191 regular cars and 24 large vehicles.
Other (6)
How do I get there?
About 15 minutes' walk from the Kanaashi Nogyo Koko-iriguchi stop on the Gojome line bus. By car, about 15 minutes from Akita-Kita Interchange or about 10 minutes from Showa-Ogahanto Interchange.
What is your address?
Akita Prefecture, Akita City, Kaneashinokorosaki, Ushiroyama 52
What are the opening hours?
9:30–16:30 (9:30–16:00 from November to March)
Is there a parking lot?
Yes, parking is available. Please check the official information for details.
How much is the admission fee?
The permanent exhibition is free to enter (special exhibitions only are charged).
When is the museum closed?
Mondays (or the following weekday if Monday is a holiday), December 28 to January 3, and fumigation periods (temporary closures).