Kodokan

Kōdōkan

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Birthplace of Mito-gaku! A leading Ibaraki tourist spot where you can experience history and scholarship.

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HighlightsBirthplace of Mito-gaku
Feudal domain school founded by Tokugawa Nariaki
Preserved historical buildings
Extensive materials and exhibits on Mito-gaku
Well-maintained park perfect for strolling

Basic Information

Address: 978-2 Kasahara-machi, Mito City, Ibaraki Prefecture Search for tourist attractions in Ibaraki

Access: Approximately 15 minutes by bus from Mito JR Station, get off at Kodokan-mae stop. Show route

Op.Hours: 9:00 AM to 4:30 PM

Cld.Days: Mondays (the following day if a Monday is a national holiday), Year-end and New Year holidays

Fee: ¥400 for adults, ¥200 for high school and university students, ¥100 for elementary and junior high school students

INFO: Kodo-kan is barrier-free. Wheelchair-accessible parking is available. Please contact Kodo-kan directly for any inquiries.

HP: https://www.kodokanpark.jp/

Overview

Kodokan is a former feudal domain school established in 1841 by Tokugawa Nariaki, the lord of the Mito Domain, along with Kokugaku scholar Fujita Toko. It served as the center for Mito-gaku, fostering numerous talented individuals who went on to become politicians, scholars, and military leaders, significantly contributing to Japan's modernization. Now a beautifully landscaped park, Kodokan preserves buildings and historical sites that evoke its past. You can explore historical structures such as the Seido (main hall), reportedly designed by Nariaki himself, and the Kodo (lecture hall), once used as a school. The site also boasts extensive materials and exhibits on Mito-gaku, making it a must-see for history buffs. Kodokan offers a chance to delve into the history of Mito-gaku and understand its contribution to Japan's modernization. Come and experience the world of Mito-gaku!

Kodokan

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