Frequently Asked Questions
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Access (1)
How do I get there from Utsunomiya Station?
Take the Kanto bus from the west exit of JR Utsunomiya Station and alight right by the museum at the Hakubutsukan-mae stop (about 20 minutes). From Tobu-Utsunomiya Station it is about 20 minutes' walk. By car it is about 15 minutes from Utsunomiya IC.
Shopping (1)
Can I buy exhibition catalogues?
Exhibition catalogues are also sold by mail order. Please see the official website for details.
Opening hours (1)
What are the opening hours and closed days?
Open 9:30-17:00 (last admission 16:30). Closed on Mondays (the following Tuesday when Monday is a public holiday) and over the New Year period (28 December to 4 January). This may change during special exhibitions.
子ども向けプログラム (1)
Are there programmes for children?
Workshops under the title Let's Try It at the Museum are held regularly, with popular hands-on activities such as making a small drawstring bag from a tenugui cloth or Tanabata decorations. Dates are updated on the official website.
Exhibits (1)
What is on display?
The permanent exhibition covers the nature, history, folklore and art of Tochigi Prefecture as a whole, with wide-ranging displays on the region's geology, ecosystems, archaeological finds, historical material and folk material. Special and temporary exhibitions are also held regularly; please see the official website for the latest information.
Time needed (1)
How long does a visit take?
Seeing the permanent exhibition carefully takes about 1 to 1.5 hours. Allow 2 to 3 hours if you also see a special or temporary exhibition.
Photography (1)
Can I take photographs?
Whether photography is allowed in the permanent galleries varies by area. Please refrain where signs prohibit it. Check on arrival or see the official website for details.
Prices (1)
How much is admission?
Admission to the permanent exhibition is 230 yen for general visitors, 150 yen for university students, and free for high school age and under. Special exhibitions are priced separately. Discounts may apply for visitors with a disability; please check the official website or ask at the desk.
特別展 (1)
How often are special exhibitions held?
Special and temporary exhibitions are held several times a year. Please see the official website (muse.pref.tochigi.lg.jp) for the current schedule.
Parking (1)
Is there parking?
There is a car park next to the museum. Please see the official website for charges and capacity.
Other (6)
How do I get there?
About 20 minutes on the Kanto bus from the west exit of JR Utsunomiya Station (alight at the Hakubutsukan-mae stop), or about 20 minutes' walk from Tobu-Utsunomiya Station.
Is there parking?
Parking is available. Please check the official information for details.
What is the address?
2-2 Mutsumicho, Utsunomiya City, Tochigi Prefecture
How much is admission?
Permanent exhibition: general 230 yen, university students 150 yen, high school age and under free. Special exhibitions are charged separately.
When is it closed?
Mondays (the following Tuesday when Monday is a public holiday) and over the New Year period (28 December to 4 January).
What are the opening hours?
9:30-17:00 (last admission 16:30).