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Kakukyu Hatcho Miso (Hatcho Miso no Sato)

4.0

108 Reviews

Travel / Tourism

Aichi Pref. Okazakishi Hacchouchou Oukandori 69

Hatcho Miso no Sato in Hatcho Town, Okazaki City, Aichi Prefecture, is owned by the Hatcho miso producer Kakukyu who have been making this kind of fermented soybean paste since the early Edo period. The black walled main building resembling a church and the storehouse built in 1927 have been designated as registered tangible cultural properties of Japan. In the old Meiji period storehouse now refurbished as an historical museum, visitors can see reproductions of how miso used to be made and the tools that were used. Visitors can also take a tour of the Hatcho Miso factory with guided tours available on weekends and national holidays. There is also a shop, an area to sample the miso, and a restaurant on site.

The tour is free, but you have to register yourself at the reception counter inside the souvenir shop. You will find it located on your left once you enter the shop. You will be given a piece of...
Sanshu Asuke Yashiki

4.0

53 Reviews

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Aichi Pref. Toyotashi Asukechou Imori 36

This tourist site in Asuke Town, Toyota City, Aichi Prefecture, was opened in 1980 with the idea to reproduce the old-fashioned way of Japanese life and keep alive traditional handicrafts. Visitors can catch a glimpse of how farmers used to live from the time of the Meiji period to around 1955 in the thatched roof building resembling an old farmhouse. Visitors can see live demonstrations of handicrafts which were prevalent in the area such as making charcoal, blacksmithing, paper making, and weaving, etc. And people can also have a go at some of the handicrafts such as bamboo work and indigo dyeing.

This place is full of beauty of nature, maple leaves, rivers, water fall and mountain. But I recommend to try some olden style life style experiences. Such as making basket with bamboo, making paper...
Arimatsu-Narumi Shiborikaikan

4.0

61 Reviews

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Aichi Pref. Nagoyashi Midori-ku Arimatsu 3008

Located in the Arimatsu district of Midori Ward in Nagoya City, this facility was constructed with the objective of preserving and displaying “Arimatsu Shibori,” a traditional craft that has been passed down in the town of Arimatsu. In addition to displays on the history and technology of “Arimatsu Shibori,” the museum also explains the technology behind shibori in an easily understood way through a mix of exhibitions of actual production and lectures by traditional artisans. The facility also offers a reservation-only class in which participants can actually dye and then tie-dye garments such as handkerchiefs or aprons.

We enjoyed seeing the incredible crafts and watching how they were made. The ladies creating the fabrics were very kind and welcoming, taking time to explain what they were doing--despite the...
Shinshiro City Shinshiro Shitaragahara Historical Museum

3.5

30 Reviews

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Aichi Pref. Shinshiroshi Takehiro Shin Genhara 552

A history museum located on the Shingen Highland in Takehiro, Shinshiro City. The museum contains exhibits on the Battle of Nagashino, a historic turning point in the Warring States period; and Iwase Tadanari, born a member of the Shinshiro vassal clan the Shitara family and later a key figure in the conclusion of the Treaty of Amity and Commerce Between the United States and the Empire of Japan at the end of the Edo period. The museum's collection of matchlocks and other ancient guns is one of the largest in Japan.

長篠・設楽原の戦いに関する資料展示がされている資料館。設楽へおびき出され織田鉄砲隊の前に壊滅した武田軍。織田信長の天下取りに向けての歴史的な合戦だったスポット。
Toyohashi City Futagawa Syuku Honjin Museum

4.0

45 Reviews

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Aichi Pref. Toyohashishi Futagawachou Nakamachi 65

This history museum located in Futagawa Town, Toyohashi City, Aichi Prefecture, exhibits materials related to the prosperous Futagawa Shuku which was the 33rd of 53 post town stations along the Tokaido Road (Edo-Kyoto highway in Edo-period Japan). Permanent exhibitions include the Tokaido Road, the Futagawa Shuku, and Honjin (an officially appointed inn), with displays connected to the theme of roads in the Edo period. Through the use panel exhibits, historical artifacts and videos, the museum introduces in an easy-to-understand way such things as what travelers wore at the time, the formation of Futagawa Shuku, Honjin, and the daimyo's procession. Visitors can also see the adjoining former Honjin and stables, and the remains of the inn.

Really nice and peacefull small museum about Edo period Japan with exhibits with old japanese objects like books and currency. Also exhibitions about the Tokaido road and travelling in the period...
Aichi Prefectural Ceramic Museum

4.0

38 Reviews

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Aichi Seto-shi Minamiyamaguchicho 234

An art museum located in Minamiyamaguchi-cho, Seto City. The museum's collection consists of over 7,000 ceramics pieces, including three designated Important Cultural Properties. The museum's standing exhibition is divided into themes such as masterpieces, special themes, and pottery from around the world. The museum also holds special exhibitions and a variety of events. In addition, the museum has a ceramics arts classroom, teahouse, restaurant, and museum shop.

良質な美術館です。ちょっと前は名前が違ったような気がします。イベントで古今東西いろんな作品を見ることができます。1日いても飽きません。一人で来てゆっくり観るか、同じ趣味仲間とじゃないとダメですね。もっと行きたいのですがなんせ遠いのでなかなか足を運ぶことができません。陶芸体験はスタッフさんたちもお手伝いしてくれるので失敗しそうだと思ったら早めに声掛けをするといいと思います。完成した作品...
Inuyama City Cultural Museum, Karakuri Tenji-kan

3.5

39 Reviews

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Aichi Pref. Inuyamashi Inuyama Kitakoken 8

This is a museum located in Inuyama City which features displays on the history and cultural heritage of Inuyama City which is a castle town. In the main building is a diorama which recreates the Inuyama castle town as it was in the Edo period as well as displays about the cultural assets within the city. In the “Karakuri Tenji-kan” annex are displays of “karakuri” (mechanical dolls) riding in floats, performances by karakuri dolls, and a display of the production process for karakuri.

Great artifacts and looks very interesting, but almost nothing in English, pity. Would have been very interesting if they put some English explanations...
Nagoya City Hideyoshi Kiyomasa Memorial Museum

3.5

27 Reviews

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Aichi Nagoya-shi Nakamura-ku Nakamuracho Chanoki 25

中村公園駅から徒歩10分。豊国神社に隣接する中村公園文化プラザ2Fにある歴史博物館。入館無料。豊臣秀吉と加藤清正に関する書状、武具、絵などが展示されている。無料ながらなかなか充実した展示内容であった。
Takita Family Residence (Old Shipping Family)

3.5

23 Reviews

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Aichi Pref. Tokonameshi Sakaemachi 4-75

This large Japanese manor located in Tokoname City, Aichi Prefecture was built as a residence for the Takita family around 1856. The home was later remodeled and designated a Tangible Cultural Property by the city of Tokoname. The home's main building, detached residence, and storehouse are open to viewing by the public. The home is also used as a museum dedicated to the area's long-gone wealthy cargo vessel wholesalers, a rarity in Aichi Prefecture, and visitors can view items that were used as part of daily life in the manner as well as materials concerning and connected to the cargo vessel culture of the time.

常滑にある、やきもの散歩道の途中にあります。江戸時代から廻船業を営んでいた、瀧田家の町家。このあたりで、内部公開されている唯一の町家です。主屋のほか、倉庫や離れなどが保存されていて、資料とともに展示されています。常滑が海運の町でもあったことがよくわかります。
Nagoya City Archives

3.5

7 Reviews

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Aichi Pref. Nagoyashi Higashi-ku Shirakabe 1-3

This public archives building built in 1922 was used as the site for the former courthouse, and in addition to exhibiting materials concerning Nagoya’s municipal government, items connected to the courthouse are regularly on display. Inside the spectacular Neo-Baroque-style building made of brick and granite sights such as the stairwell with its beautiful stained-glass windows and the magnificent restored conference hall are not to be missed. Visitors can also tour a reproduced courtroom under the old Meiji Constitution and a prisoner lock-up area. The guided tours of the building provided by the staff are also popular. The building is a five-minute walk from Higashi Ote Station on the Meitetsu Seto Line.

Entrance is free. When you step inside, you would be greeted by the Neo Baroque Space central staircase. Fascinating. Saw a couple taking their wedding photos with this staircase as the background...
Toyotashi Mingei-kan

3.5

6 Reviews

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Aichi Pref. Toyotashi Hiratobashichou Haiwa 86-100

A folk craft museum located in Toyota City, Aichi Prefecture. The museum has three themed areas focusing on clothing, food, and shelter and is also adjoined by a Ceramics Museum and the Tea Arbor Kanotei. The museum also regularly holds special and planned exhibitions and is visited by large numbers of tourists and others.

民芸品を展示する全国でも有数の施設で無料で観覧できます。日本民藝館の改築に伴い、古陶磁研究家である本多静雄氏から譲り受けたもので、たくさんの民芸品や陶器類などたくさん展示してあります。
Toyota City Kindai no Sangyo to Kurashi Hakkenkan Museum

3.5

11 Reviews

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Aichi Pref. Toyotashi Kitamachi 4-45

A cultural facility housed in the former Aichi Prefecture No. 9 Sericulture Control Branch Office, a nationally designated Cultural Property. Here visitors can learn about the unique cultural features of Toyota City through exhibits covering the history of local modern industry, including garabo spinning machines, mining, and ceramics. The museum also conducts a variety of events and special exhibits, and is visited by many families with children.

市街地エリアからほど近い場所ですが、余裕のある駐車場完備で車の街という感じです。国の登録文化財である旧愛知県蚕業取締所の建物を活用した歴史博物館です。今でこそ自動車の県ですが、かつては全国屈指の養蚕県だったとことでそれに関連した展示が無料で見学できるのでいい場所だと思います。
Rekishiru Komaki (Komakiyama Castle Historical Site Information Center)

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Aichi Komaki-shi Horinouchi 1-2
Nagoya Ceramics Hall

4.5

3 Reviews

Travel / Tourism

Aichi Pref. Nagoyashi Higashi-ku Tokugawa 1-10-3

A ceramics exhibition facility located in 1 Chome Tokugawa, Higashi Ward, Nagoya City. The facility collects and displays printed ceramics created for export in Nagoya from the prewar to the early postwar periods. The facility also engages in limited sales and offers ceramics painting classes. The facility building was originally constructed in 1932 to serve as an office for the Nagoya Ceramic Commerce and Trade Association and has been designated a National Tangible Cultural Property.

Nagoya was a total surprise. Known for the blue collar folks that live here, but not realizing that the blue collar means people who have spent their lives on few and specific details. The museum...
Showa Era Life Style Museum

Travel / Tourism

Aichi Pref. Kitanagoyashi Kumanoshou Osakaki 53

A folk customs museum located in Kumanosho Osakaki, Kitanagoya City. The museum gained its current name after a special exhibition was held here in 1997 comprised of items dating to the Showa 30s period (equivalent to 1955 to 1964) presenting what daily life looked like in Japan back then. The museum's collection consists of items used as part of daily life during Japan's Showa period (1926-1989). In addition to the standing exhibit, the museum also holds special exhibitions focusing on themes relating to Showa period daily life.
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Aichi Nagoya-shi Kita-ku Shimizu 4-17-30
Cultural Path Futaba Museum (Former residence of Sadayakko Kawakami, Nagoya City)

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Aichi Pref. Nagoyashi Higashi-ku Shumokuchou 3-23

Cultural Path Futaba Museum located in Shumoku Town, Higashi Ward, Nagoya City, is a folk museum where the orange European style roof is impressive. It was originally a building with Japanese and European infusion where Sadayakko Kawakami, the first Japanese actress, and Momosuke Fukuzawa, the king of electrical power, lived in the Taisho period (1912-1926). It was moved and restored as the core facility for the Cultural Trail and opened in 2005. The facility shows panels and videos about the Cultural Trail. It also exhibits documents related to Sadayakko Kawakami and literature associated with locals. There are many items to see such as stained glass in the Grand Hall on the first floor and furnishings of the day.
Miso Park Hatoya

2.0

1 Reviews

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Aichi Pref. Nishioshi Honmachi 21-1

A miso and soy sauce theme park run by the long-established miso and soy sauce producer, Hattoya, founded in 1861. In the park is a natural food buffet restaurant with a focus on miso dishes, a bar refurbished like a 100 year old storehouse, and a warehouse shop selling the well-aged soybean miso ‘sannen jikomi’ and other seasonings, etc. Other popular things to do include tours of the miso storehouses and vats that have been used for a very long time, and visitors can also have a go at making miso too. The nearest station is Nishio Station.

味噌仕込桶が見学できる味噌蔵、様々な体験が楽しめる体験館、味噌醤油、調味料がお買い求めいただける蔵売店、檜の香りが楽しめる木造館と、大駐車場を完備しています。
Antarctic research ship Fuji

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Aichi Pref. Nagoyashi Minato-ku Minatomachi 1-9

Anchored at the Port of Nagoya Garden Pier and open to the public, this Antarctic research ship is Japan’s first full-scale icebreaker. Visitors can tour the interior of the ship and the helicopter deck, and in the museum which is inside a former hangar is a diorama that recreates the appearance of an outdoor survey to introduce the nature of Antarctica and the significance of carrying out surveys. Visitors can experience the lifestyle of an Antarctic exploration through seeing the bridge, galley (kitchen), barbershop, and survey team’s bedrooms that were actually used during the voyages. The closest station is Nagoyako Station.
Nishio City Museum

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Aichi Nishio-shi Kinjocho 229

A ten-minute walk from Meitetsu Nishio Station, this museum was built in 1977 on the site of the ruin of Himemaru quarters at Nishijo Castle. It was founded with a large sum of money left in the will of Sugiura Kinosuke. Surrounded by a historical park, it has an East Asian hip-and-gable roof reminiscent of a castle. It's a great place to learn about Nishio's culture and history, with various exhibits, historical items, investigation and arrangement by excavation and a permanent display of excavated artifacts that will deepen your understanding. They also have planned exhibits of castle related items from the collections of castle fanatics.

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Aichi is a prefecture of great natural beauty with Nagoya city at its heart, a busy hub home to a labyrinth of underground shops and the 17th-century Nagoya Castle. Castles are easy to find in this history-rich prefecture, but the highlight for history buffs has to be the Museum Meiji-mura, where preserved buildings from the turn of the 20th century are displayed in all their grandeur in an outdoor museum.