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Morioka History and Culture Museum

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Morioka History and Culture Museum

A museum dedicated to unraveling the history and culture of Morioka through diverse exhibits and materials.

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Located within the grounds of Morioka Castle Ruins Park (Iwate Park), the Morioka History and Culture Museum serves as a hub for exploring the rich history and culture of Morioka. The museum, which opened in 2011, was built by renovating and expanding the former Iwate Prefectural Library building. It views the Morioka Castle Ruins and the central city area, once a castle town, as an open-air museum.

On the first floor, the free "Tourism Exchange Zone" features displays such as a model horse dressed in the traditional attire of the 200-year-old "Chagu Chagu Umakko" festival and floats from the "Morioka Autumn Festival." The "Town Information Center" provides information on Morioka's local products and tourist spots, making it a great starting point for exploring the city.

The second floor, the "History and Culture Zone," requires an admission fee and offers thematic displays on the history and culture of Morioka. It features about 40,000 precious items from the Nambu clan, who were the feudal lords of Morioka during the Edo period. The exhibits include a theater, dioramas, and recreated townhouses, highlighting the development of Morioka as a castle town and its modernization.

Highlights

  • A history and culture museum located in Morioka Castle Ruins Park.
  • Houses approximately 60,000 items, focusing on about 40,000 artifacts related to the Nambu clan.
  • Offers seasonal special exhibitions in addition to the permanent displays.
  • Integrates the central city area of Morioka as an open-air museum for learning alongside the museum exhibits.
  • The first floor includes a tourist information center for exploring the town.

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  • Displays featuring items related to the Nambu clan, including artworks and calligraphy

    Displays featuring items related to the Nambu clan, including artworks and calligraphy

  • Exhibits showcasing the Morioka floats from the Meiji period and modern times

    Exhibits showcasing the Morioka floats from the Meiji period and modern times

  • A section recreating townhouses from the Morioka feudal era

    A section recreating townhouses from the Morioka feudal era

  • Life-sized model of a "Chagu Chagu Umakko" horse, perfect for commemorative photos

    Life-sized model of a "Chagu Chagu Umakko" horse, perfect for commemorative photos

  • Located within Morioka Castle Ruins Park

    Located within Morioka Castle Ruins Park

Official FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions have been vetted and answered directly by each listing.

Q

Are there services in foreign languages? (If so, please provide the supported languages.)
A

Basic support is not available, but we do offer audio guides in English, Simplified Chinese, Traditional Chinese, and Korean.

Q

Is it possible to re-enter the premises?
A

Yes, by re-presenting the admission ticket of the day.

Q

Is free WiFi available in the facility?
A

Morioka City Wi-Fi is available

Q

Are coin lockers available?
A

Yes.

Q

Is parking available?
A

There is no parking space for general vehicles within the museum grounds. However, tourist buses (green license plates) are allowed to enter the premises for boarding and alighting.

Q

Can I take photos inside the museum?
A

Photography (commemorative photos and exhibition snapshots) is allowed, but flash photography in the second-floor exhibition room is prohibited. Video recording is strictly forbidden. In the "Special Exhibition Room," photography may also be restricted depending on the exhibit content.

Q

Can I pay with a credit card or electronic money?
A

Only at the museum shop. Admission fees for the second-floor exhibition room can only be paid in cash.

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Details

Name in Japanese
もりおか歴史文化館
Postal Code
020-0023
Address
1-50 Uchimaru, Morioka City, Iwate
Telephone
019-681-2100
Closed
Every third Tuesday of the month (the following day if a holiday), New Year's holidays (12/31, 1/1)
Business Hours
9:00am-7:00pm（From November to March 9:00am-6:00pm）
Admission
300 yen for adult, 200 yen for high school students, Middle and elementary school student 100 yen
Access
4-minute walk from the "Prefectural Office/City Hall" bus stop, accessible via Morioka Loop Bus, Iwate Prefectural Bus, or Iwate Prefecture North Bus from JR Morioka Station.
Credit Cards
Accepted
Official Website
Official Website (Japanese)

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