Michinoku Folklore Village

This open-air museum is located in Tachibana, Kitakami City. Besides a number of kominka (old houses) owned by farmers and samurai in the surrounding area that have been relocated and restored, there is a folk museum that uses the former Kurosawajiri Girls High School, hands-on workshops and teahouse. The Michinoku Folklore Village Festival is held every October, and various events such as folk performing arts performances are held.

Spot details

Address: Iwate Kitakami-shi Tachibana 14-62-3 Map
Area: Hanamaki / Tono Area
Phone: 0197725067
Hours: 9:00-17:00(Latest entry16:30)
Closed: [Dec.- Mar.]Monday, Public holiday's next day, New Year's Holiday
Fees: [Admission fee] Free
[Facility usage fee] 2,000yen-3,000yen (varies depending on the building)
Parking Lot: Available(66spaces)
Credit Card: Not available
Smoking: Not available
Wi-Fi: Not available
Estimated stay time: 60-120 minutes
Wheelchair accessible: Available
Infant friendly: Available