Kaneko Misuzu Memorial Hall

Kaneko Misuzu Memorial Museum

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A place to touch the rich sensitivity of children's poet Kinoko Misuzu and immerse yourself in her heartwarming world of poetry.

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HighlightsVisit Misuzu's childhood home
View Misuzu's masterpieces and unpublished works
Watch films about Misuzu's life and works
Experience themed exhibitions and events related to her poetry
Enjoy a corner where you can listen to Misuzu's poetry being read aloud

Basic Information

Address: 1308 Senzaki, Nagato City, Yamaguchi Prefecture Search for tourist attractions in Yamaguchi

Access: About a 15-minute walk from Senzaki Station on the JR Sanin Main Line. Also accessible via the Nagato City Community Bus "Misuzu Bus," get off at the Kaneko Misuzu Memorial Hall stop. Approximately a 1.5-hour drive from the Kanmon Straits. Show route

Op.Hours: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM (Last entry 4:30 PM) *New Year's period (December 29th - January 3rd): 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM (Last entry 3:30 PM)

Cld.Days: December 28th - January 4th

Fee: General: ¥500 Elementary, Junior High, & High School Students: ¥200 *Group rates (20 or more people): General: ¥450 Elementary, Junior High, & High School Students: ¥150 Residents of Nagato City, individuals with disabilities, and those holding a Child Welfare Handbook, a Physical Disability Handbook (Classes 1-4), a Mental Disability Welfare Handbook, or a War Disabled Persons Handbook (Special Item to Category 4) are admitted free of charge, along with one accompanying person. Four Museum Pass (Kinuko Misuzu Memorial Museum, Whale Museum, Murata Seifu Memorial Museum, Kayama Tadao Museum): General: ¥700 High school students and below: ¥300

INFO: Parking is available behind the main building (10 cars). *Large vehicles (buses, minibuses) are not allowed. Please use the parking lot at the roadside station Senzakitchen. Please enter through Kaneko Bun'eido.

HP: https://kaneko-misuzu.jp/

Overview

The Kaneko Misuzu Memorial Hall is a museum dedicated to the life and works of Kinoko Misuzu, a beloved children's poet. Located in the beautiful coastal town of Senzaki in Nagato City, Yamaguchi Prefecture, visitors can experience the scenery that shaped Misuzu's childhood. The hall features a recreation of part of her family home, showcasing precious works and materials, including Misuzu's masterpieces. It also screens films about her life and works, and hosts themed exhibitions and events designed to immerse visitors in her poetic world. Misuzu's poems, filled with gentle and warm words, resonate deeply with both children and adults. Particularly famous is her poem, "Minna chigatte minna ii" ("Everyone is different, everyone is good"), which teaches the importance of recognizing individuality and respecting differences. Reading her poems evokes a sense of peace and kindness. Visiting the Kaneko Misuzu Memorial Hall allows you to connect with Misuzu's poetic world, experiencing her rich sensitivity and gentle spirit. Surrounded by the nature and scenery she cherished, you can enjoy a tranquil and peaceful time. If you're visiting Nagato City, be sure to stop by.

Kaneko Misuzu Memorial Hall

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