Hachinohe City Buried Cultural Properties Center Korekawa Jomon Museum

Hachinohe Shi Maizou Bunkazai Center Korekawa Jomonkan

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A museum showcasing precious Jomon period artifacts unearthed from the Korekawa and Kazahari ruins, including the national treasure, Gassho Dogu. Gain a deep understanding of the Jomon culture of Tohoku.

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HighlightsSee the national treasure Gassho Dogu up close.
View precious artifacts excavated from the Korekawa and Kazahari ruins.
Learn about Jomon life and culture through engaging exhibits.
Enjoy hands-on corners suitable for all ages.
Gain a deep understanding of Tohoku's Jomon culture.

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Address: 1 Yokoyama, Korekawa, Hachinohe City, Aomori Prefecture Search for tourist attractions in Aomori

Access: Hachinohe Expressway: Approximately 10 minutes by car from Hachinohe IC. JR East (Tohoku Shinkansen, Hachinohe Line) and Aomori Railway (Aomori Railway Line) Hachinohe Station East Exit Bus Pool [Platform 4]: Nanbu Bus: [45] Korekawa Jomon Museum bound: Get off at the "Korekawa Jomon Museum" bus stop (terminal). ★: Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays only. Hachinohe Rapia Bus Terminal [Platform 4] (excluding [J45]) ・ Hon-Hachinohe Station [Nanbu Bus stop] ・ Hachinohe city center terminal (Chuo-dori (Platform 3)): Nanbu Bus: [J45] Korekawa Jomon Museum bound ・ [J42] Korekawa Danchi (Shisho-mae) bound <some services> ・ [J112] Araya (Shimamori) bound <some services>: Get off at the "Korekawa Jomon Museum" bus stop. Hachinohe city center terminal (Chuo-dori (Platform 3)): Hachinohe City Loop Community Bus 'Rurup Hachinohe' [left loop]: Get off at the "Korekawa Iseki Jomon Gakushu-kan-mae" bus stop. Show route

Op.Hours: Tuesday - Sunday, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Cld.Days: Mondays (open on national holidays and days following national holidays) The day after a national holiday or a day following a national holiday (open on Saturdays, Sundays, and national holidays) Year-end and New Year holidays (December 27th - January 4th), and other temporary closures

Fee: Individual: General 250 yen, High school/University student 150 yen, Free for junior high school students and younger Group: General 130 yen, High school/University student 80 yen, Free for junior high school students and younger

INFO: • During special exhibitions, a special exhibition fee applies. • For groups of 20 or more, a group discount applies. • Free admission for junior high school students and younger. (From April 1st, 2023) • Half-price admission for residents of the city aged 65 or older. • Half-price admission for individuals with a Disability Certificate, War-disabled Person's Certificate, Welfare Handbook for Persons with Intellectual Disabilities, or Mental Disability Health and Welfare Handbook, and one accompanying person.

HP: https://www.korekawa-jomon.jp/

Overview

The Hachinohe City Buried Cultural Properties Center Korekawa Jomon Museum is a facility in Korekawa, Hachinohe City, Aomori Prefecture, dedicated to the preservation and management of buried cultural properties. Here, you can see precious Jomon period artifacts excavated from the Korekawa and Kazahari ruins, including the national treasure Gassho Dogu, offering a deep insight into the Jomon culture of the Tohoku region. The museum features engaging exhibits explaining Jomon life and culture, as well as hands-on corners for both adults and children. For example, there are areas where you can touch Jomon pottery and Dogu figurines, and even try on Jomon clothing for a commemorative photo. You can also visit the adjacent Korekawa ruins, a Jomon period settlement site from the early to late Jomon periods, where you can see actual dwelling remains, pottery, and stone tools. The Hachinohe City Buried Cultural Properties Center Korekawa Jomon Museum is a valuable facility for learning about the history and culture of Hachinohe City. Be sure to visit when you're in Hachinohe!

Hachinohe City Buried Cultural Properties Center Korekawa Jomon Museum

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